Law firm Appleby has opened applications for its 2026 Liesl Richter Legal Scholarship Programme and summer internship programme in the Cayman Islands.
The initiatives support Caymanian students pursuing careers in law and business, providing financial assistance, practical exposure, and structured professional development.
The scholarship for Truman Bodden Law School or an approved overseas university is available to young Caymanians pursuing a career as a lawyer.
It provides funding worth in excess of US$150,000 to cover tuition, examinations, textbooks, and other costs for a law degree and post-graduate qualifying courses.
Recipients will receive four weeks’ summer work experience each year in one of the firm’s practice groups, including corporate, dispute resolution, private client and trusts, and real estate.
Selection is based on academic excellence, character and a demonstrated commitment to a legal career.
Meanwhile, the 2026 summer internship programme runs from 17 June to 14 August and offers hands-on exposure in a professional office environment.
Interns will be placed in business support areas, such as marketing, human resources and IT.
Participants will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining insight into the operations of an international offshore law firm.
Applications are submitted electronically via the firm’s recruitment portal.
For the scholarship, candidates must provide a cover letter detailing achievements, career plans, and intended impact.
They must also supply a CV, academic transcripts;,acceptance letters (if available), two referees, a writing sample, proof of Caymanian status, and a passport photograph.
For the internship, requirements include a cover letter outlining achievements and aspirations, a CV, proof of Caymanian status, and a passport photograph.
The deadlines are 2 March for the scholarship and 3 March for the internship.
