Step into the Exciting World of a Career in Law!
Project Law Track - Chicago: April 12 – May 14, 2016
Project Law Track – DuPage: April 6 – April 30, 2016
Designed by girls, for girls!
Project Law Track is a series of interactive sessions that will introduce you to the fascinating field of law! Attorneys with the Chicago Bar Association’s Alliance for Women and the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers work with teen Girl Scouts in four exciting sessions, each focusing on a different facet of the practice of law. Learn whether courtrooms are really like what you see on the big screen, what it takes to have a career in law, and plan and stage your very own mock trial! Girls may apply for either the Chicago Track or the DuPage Track.
You’ll get a chance to work side by side with women lawyers who specialize in all areas of the Law, including Corporate Lawyers, Litigators, Intellectual Property Lawyers, Family Law, Prosecutors, and more!
Session 1 - Law: As Seen On TV – Have you ever wondered if the courtroom is as action-packed as it is on TV and in the movies? Do lawyers really get to shout, “objection!”? And do judges really have to hold people in contempt of court that often? Engage in a lively discussion about what really goes down in a court of law.
Session 2 - Law School/Career Day – Interested in learning about a career in law? Find out what it takes when you talk with current law students about what specialty might interest you! Chicago Girl Scouts will tour downtown Chicago-Kent College of Law; DuPage Girl Scouts will meet with judges, attorneys, and other law professionals to learn about career choices, law school, and more!
Session 3 - Prepare Your Case! – Step into the shoes of a real courtroom attorney as you work with other girls to prepare for your own mock trial! Attorneys with the Chicago Bar Association and the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers will help you formulate your arguments and prepare your case.
Session 4 - Try Your Case! – Acting as trial attorney, you’ll follow all the steps to make your case in front of a real judge. Afterwards, receive valuable feedback from judges, attorneys, and fellow Girl Scouts who will be there to cheer you on.
Girl Requirements
Project Law Track - Chicago: April 12 – May 14, 2016
Project Law Track – DuPage: April 6 – April 30, 2016
Who: - Girls in sixth grade and older.
Cost for the series: - Current Girl Scouts: $30 (includes materials, supplies and a Project Law patch).
- Non-members: $45 ( includes materials, supplies, Project Law patch and a one-year Girl Scout membership).
- Limited scholarships available – please indicate on application if you would like to apply for a scholarship.
(Please do not submit payment with application; fee will be due once participation is confirmed.)
How To Apply
Project Law Track - Chicago: April 12 – May 14, 2016
Project Law Track – DuPage: April 6 – April 30, 2016
Submit a completed application by February 22, 2016 by email (preferred application format, fax, or post to:
(Fax) 312-750-0718, Attn: Gwen Tulin
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana
Attn: Gwen Tulin
Re: Project Law Track
20 S Clark St, Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60603
Applicants will be considered on a first come, first served basis. Seating is limited.
The council will notify each applicant by February 29, 2016.
Questions?
Email Gwen Tulin, Manager of Highest Awards and Program Events,
at or call 312-912-6355.
Step into the fascinating world of law!
Project Law Track - Chicago: April 12 – May 14, 2016
Project Law Track – DuPage: April 6 – April 30, 2016
Applicant Information:
Name: / Telephone:Address:
City: / State: / Zip:
Girl Applicant E-mail: / Years as a Girl Scout (if applicable):
Your Birth Date: / Age: / Current School Grade:
Parent/Guardian E-mail: / Parent/Guardian Daytime or Cell Phone Number:
Location Preference (Chicago, DuPage, or either):
Interest in the Field of Law
Why are you drawn to the field of law? Briefly, in a couple of paragraphs, tell us about your interest in law and why you want to participate in Project Law Track.
Commitment to the Program
Project Law Track is a commitment! We want to make sure each participant is ready to dedicate the necessary time to the program.
1. Applicant’s Commitment to Project Law Track:
I am able (and excited!) to attend all four Project Law Track Sessions:
Girl’s initials: Parent/Guardian’s initials:
2. Applicant Understanding:
I have read the event description and am able and plan to participate in Project Law Track.
Applicant’s Signature: Date:
3. Parent/Guardian Permission:
I have read the Project Law Track series description to which my daughter/ward is applying. To the best of my knowledge has a clear understanding of the series
she has applied for, and if selected, she has my permission to participate in Series 1-4.
I grant Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana permission to share her e-mail address with other Girl Scout Project Law Track participants.
c Yes c No
Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:
4. Are you applying for financial aid to attend this program? c Yes c No
Application due no later than February 22, 2016.
Submit a completed application by February 22, 2016
by email (preferred application format), fax, or post to:
(Fax) 312-750-0718, attention Gwen Tulin
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana
Attn: Gwen Tulin
Re: Project Law Track
20 S Clark St, Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60603
We are taking participants on a first come, first served basis. Seating is limited.
The council will notify each applicant by February 29, 2016.
Questions?
Email Gwen Tulin, Manager of Highest Awards and Program Events,
at or call 312-912-6355.
We look forward to reviewing your application!