IAN HAYNES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The Ian Haynes Memorial Scholarship honours the life and contribution of Ian Haynes. It provides significant support to a student in the early years of their LLB who shows clear motivation, commitment and interest in a future in the profession. The scholarship offers up to $12,000 across four years and gives recipients the chance to focus more fully on their studies as they progress through their degree.

 The selection process allows applicants to talk about what motivates them, what they hope to achieve and how they see themselves contributing to the profession as they progress.

This scholarship has supported a number of promising students over the years and remains a meaningful way for the College to encourage future members of the profession.

Scholarship details:

• Annual scholarship of $3,000 per year, renewable for up to four consecutive years (totalling a maximum of $12,000).
• Open to second-year Law Students (first-year at time of application). 
  

AMINZ SCHOLARSHIPS

The College of Law New Zealand supports the AMINZ Scholarships as part of our connection to the wider profession. These scholarships encourage people who are interested in arbitration or mediation to take the next step in understanding dispute resolution in practice.

Recipients gain access to mentoring, learning experiences and observation opportunities through AMINZ, offering a thoughtful introduction to this specialist area of work. For students or graduates considering future pathways that involve managing or resolving disputes, it provides a structured and practical way to explore the field.

Scholarship details:

• Scholarships supporting development in arbitration and mediation.
• Open to individuals with a demonstrated interest in dispute resolution.
• Includes mentoring, learning opportunities and involvement in AMINZ activities.
  

LAWFEST STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

The LawFest Student Scholarship gives a group of law students the opportunity to attend New Zealand’s major event on legal innovation and technology. Recipients gain access to selected sessions, speakers and networking opportunities, offering a clear look at how the profession is evolving and what modern legal work can involve.

It is well suited to students who are curious about new ideas in the profession and want exposure to developments that are shaping the future of legal practice.

Scholarship details:

• Free student places at LawFest, New Zealand’s legal innovation and technology event.
• Open to New Zealand law students, with selection managed by LawFest.
• Provides access to selected conference sessions, expo and networking opportunities. 
  

FURTHER SUPPORT

Alongside these scholarships, the College offers a wider set of support for students and new lawyers. If you are preparing for admission, putting together applications, weighing job options or wanting a clearer picture of life in practice, our student and graduate resources bring that information into one place. You will find guidance, practical tools and insights you can return to as your plans develop.