2024 SLA Application

2024 Summer Legal Academy Application

The Summer Legal Academy (SLA) is a two-week paid opportunity for students who are interested in the law. The SLA connects students with the resources and tools to consider pursuing a legal career. Students can expect to participate in mock law-school lectures taught by law professors, read case studies, practice LSAT problems, and sit in on panel discussions. The SLA is open to Harris County residents who are rising sophomores, juniors and seniors in high school, or rising freshmen in college. Priority will be given to first-generation college students, students from low-income backgrounds, and/or members of groups underrepresented in the legal profession.
Student Contact Information
Student Name*

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Phone Number*
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Email*
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Home Address*

Street Address

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Student Background

All students with an interest in law are encouraged to apply. This section will help us ensure we are reaching a diverse audience. Responses on this section don't impact the selection process.
Race/Ethnicity*

American Indian or Alaska NativeAsianBlack or African AmericanMiddle Eastern or North AfricanHispanic or LatinoMixed RaceNative Hawaiian or Other Pacific IslanderWhiteOther
Gender Identity *
Highest level of school completed by parent/guardian*

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Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian Name*

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Relationship to student*
School Information
Name of School*
Full name of school
High School Graduation Year*

2024202520262027
School Address*

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Extracurriculars/Clubs*
Please list and describe all extra curricular involvements. If you are uploading a resume, write "N/A".
Required Documents
Recommender Name*

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Recommender Email*
One reference letter from a teacher, coach, school administrator, or staff is required. The recommender must email this letter to communications@harriscountytx.gov.
Writing Sample *

A document that showcases your best writing skills, which may be a class assignment in which a grade B or better was received.
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Personal Statement (1-2 pages double spaced)*

In 250 words or more, share your most meaningful achievement and how it relates to your future goals.
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Why are you interested in the Summer Legal Academy? (1-2 pages double spaced)*

In 250 words or more, tell us why you are interested in pursuing a career in the legal field and what you hope to learn during the SLA. Please include your experience knowing an attorney(s), if any.
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Optional Documents
Resume (No more than 1 page)

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2024 Summer Legal Academy Application

Student Contact Information

Student Background

Parent/Guardian Information

School Information

Required Documents

Optional Documents