The Missy L. Olson Scholarship

Atticus Family Law, S. C. strongly believes that people in family law transitions, such as divorces and custody cases, need passionate and invested non-legal professionals to call upon during each step of their transitions. After the short-term family law needs are met, there are long-term needs for therapists, financial planners, accountants, lenders, real estate agents, social works, and so many others. Our Firm recognizes that our client’s success stems, not only, from legal victories, but is also deeply rooted in the interactions our clients have with non-legal professionals. To support students who are interested in these vocations and create greater awareness of these rewarding professions, Atticus Family Law, S. C., is honored and excited to offer the Missy L. Olson Scholarship.

In 2022, the scholarships issued by Atticus Family Law, S. C. were renamed in honor of Missy Olson, who passed away in December of 2021. For 15 years, Missy worked as an Executive Assistant. She passionately worked with our clients and collaborated with our staff. She particularly found a great joy and satisfaction in seeing our clients thrive as a result of legal services, but also from the support of the non-legal professionals our clients encountered. The staff at Atticus Family Law, S. C., can think of no better way to honor her memory and unwavering dedication to our clients and staff than through the Missy L. Olson Scholarship.

The Missy L. Olson Scholarship will be awarded based on merit to two students each year. Both students will be chosen from the Twin Cities area, where Atticus Family Law, S.C. has offices in Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Stillwater, and Wayzata. This includes the communities in and near Ramsey, Hennepin, Washington, Anoka, Sherburne, Carver, Scott, and Dakota counties.

2025 Eligibility Requirements

Scholarship Award to Each Winner: $1,000

Number of Scholarships: Two

Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted via email by May 23, 2025.

The Missy L. Olson Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors and all college students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at an Accredited American University or College.

The scholarship award can be used for any school related expenses, such as tuition, books, housing, etc. The scholarship is non-renewable and will only be awarded for the 2025/2026 academic year. A check for the scholarship award will be mailed directly to the winner’s college or university.

Past applicants and winners are welcome to apply again. Employees of Atticus Family Law, S. C. or any family members of such employees will be disqualified from applying for the scholarship.

How to Apply

There is no application form for the Missy L. Olson Scholarship, instead please submit a PDF document and proof of academic enrollment as your application.

Submit your PDF to Scholarship@atticusfamily.com no later than May 23, 2025.

Your document must include your first and last name, phone number, email address, and mailing address at the top.

Include a statement of your current academic status, including the college or university you attend, or will be attending, and your field of study. Please provide evidence of your current academic enrollment, a copy of your unofficial transcript or acceptance letter is sufficient. We also request that you provide your Student ID Number for the college which you will be attending. By applying for this scholarship, you give Atticus Family Law, S. C., express consent to confirm your admission and attendance by contacting the college or university you have listed.

Finally, please provide a 500+ word written response to the following essay question:

Family law cases often involve more than just legal issues. How can partnerships between legal professionals and experts in fields like mental health, finance, or education create more holistic solutions for families? Explain how your field of study and anticipated career path fit into this dynamic.

The winners of the Missy L. Olson Scholarship will be announced on June 30, 2025.

Privacy Policy and User Communications

Privacy Policy: By submitting an application, the applicant automatically grants Atticus Family Law, S. C., its agents and/or representatives’ permission to post the applicant’s name, law school or university, photo (if submitted) and essay on Atticusfamilylaw.com or in other marketing communications. We are also granted permission to call and/or send you information regarding your application.

User Communications – When you send email communications to Atticus Family Law, S. C., the law firm, its agents and/or representatives may retain those communications in order to process or respond to your inquiries or application as related to the scholarship. Atticus Family Law, S. C., its agents and representatives will not knowingly sell, share, rent or otherwise transfer your information other than in accordance with the terms set forth in this Privacy Policy. By participating in this scholarship, you give us your express consent to confirm your admission and attendance at the college or university by contacting the institution for verification.