Harris Lowry Manton, a leading Georgia personal injury law firm, is proud to announce Shahrzad Roshan Zamir, a first-year student at Berkeley Law, has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Harris Lowry Manton LLP Civil Justice Scholarship. This prestigious $5,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a law student who demonstrates a strong commitment to civil justice and the right to a fair trial.
Zamir, a member of the Berkeley Law class of 2027, impressed the selection committee with her compelling essay on the importance of the right to trial by jury. Drawing from her experience as a Researcher at the Abdorrahman Boroumand Center for Human Rights in Iran, she highlighted the crucial role juries play in protecting human dignity, ensuring fairness, and upholding democratic values.
In her winning essay, she wrote, “The right to trial by jury is not only a cornerstone of individual human rights but also a vital component of a functioning democracy. It ensures that justice is administered by ordinary citizens who bring diverse perspectives and a sense of compassion to the legal process.”
Jed Manton, a partner at Harris Lowry Manton, praised Zamir’s dedication to civil justice: “Shahrzad’s passion for upholding the principles of fairness and justice aligns perfectly with our firm’s mission. We are honored to support her journey as she pursues a legal career focused on making a positive impact in the world.”
The Harris Lowry Manton LLP Civil Justice Scholarship is part of the firm’s ongoing commitment to supporting the legal profession and ensuring access to justice for all. The scholarship is awarded to a law student who is currently enrolled or has been accepted into an accredited law school for the upcoming academic year. The award is intended to help aspiring attorneys who are passionate about civil justice and the rule of law.
“Our scholarship program is designed to empower the next generation of legal professionals who will carry forward the torch of justice,” added Steve Lowry, another partner at the firm. Shahrzad’s work and commitment to human rights are truly inspiring, and we are confident that she will be a force for good in the legal community.”
Zamir expressed her gratitude for the scholarship, saying, “I’m deeply honored to receive this scholarship from Harris Lowry Manton LLP. This award will help me continue my legal education and further my commitment to advocating for justice and human rights.”
For more information about the Harris Lowry Manton LLP Civil Justice Scholarship, please visit https://www.hlmlawfirm.com/annual-harris-lowry-manton-llp-academic-scholarship-award/.