Leaders Of Tomorrow Scholarship

The Law Office of Polly Tatum, located in Worcester, Massachusetts, is dedicated to providing exceptional estate planning services to clients seeking to secure their financial future and protect their loved ones. With over twenty years of experience, Polly Tatum and her team understand that estate planning is a critical aspect of financial and personal well-being. They offer a comprehensive range of services, including the drafting of wills and trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, and strategies for minimizing estate taxes. With a client-centric approach since 1997, the Law Office of Polly Tatum ensures that each plan is tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of their clients. Their commitment to clear communication, personalized service, and thorough legal expertise has made them a trusted name in estate planning.

With a background in human and civil service, Polly Tatum has seen firsthand how the system treats the elderly. That is why she started her firm: to fight for those who are not adequately being represented or cared for within the system. Polly has worked hard to establish a firm that is known for lending a helping hand in more ways than one — including by offering a scholarship to the future generation of lawyers.

Recognizing the importance of nurturing the next generation of legal professionals specializing in estate planning, the Law Office of Polly Tatum proudly sponsors the Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship. This scholarship aims to support and encourage students who are passionate about pursuing careers in estate planning and related fields. It reflects the firm’s dedication to fostering educational growth and professional development within the legal community. The scholarship is designed to help ease the financial burden of higher education for students committed to making a positive impact in estate planning.

To be eligible for the Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship, applicants must meet several key requirements. First and foremost, candidates must be enrolled in an accredited law school or undergraduate program with a clear intent to pursue a career in estate planning, trust law, or related areas. Applicants are required to submit proof of enrollment and demonstrate academic excellence.

The Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship is a unique opportunity for aspiring estate planning professionals to receive financial support and recognition for their dedication to the field. The Law Office of Polly Tatum is proud to invest in the education of future leaders who will continue to uphold the values of excellence, integrity, and client-focused service in estate planning. Students interested in applying for the scholarship are encouraged to demonstrate their passion, commitment, and vision for the future of estate planning.

Eligibility Criteria

This scholarship is open to any student who is currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, or professional program in the United States. This includes accredited community college students as well as high school seniors and students who possess a GED who have been accepted to or are enrolled in an accredited program.

• The scholarship applicant must be dedicated to improving the lives of the elderly, and they must demonstrate this commitment in their essay.
• All eligible candidates must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 or above.

Essay Prompt & Questions

Respond to the following prompt and questions in an essay of 1,000 words or less:

• What are some challenges individuals face with estate planning that you have encountered in your own experience?
• If you could give one piece of advice for someone considering estate planning, what would it be?
• What is one area of estate planning that you believe needs to be improved upon?

Required Application Materials:

• Current resume in PDF format
• Essay: 1,000-word maximum. Visual creativity encouraged.
• Current, unofficial transcript.

Submission Deadline

All application materials must be submitted by this date: March 31, 2025

Application Instructions

Scholarship applicants must submit all application materials by email to: scholarship@lawofficeofpollytatum.com

If you have questions, please do not call the office, but submit them to above email.