_{^Introduction}

This scholarship was generously created by Sabbagh & Associé Inc., a law firm founded by Paul Sabbagh (LLL ’85).

_{^{Purpose of fund}}

To support doctoral candidates whose theses deal with a practical topic related to private law.

_{^{AWARD DETAILS}}

_^Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, a person with protected or refugee status, or an international student.
• Be enrolled full or part time in a doctoral program in the Faculty of Law of the University of Ottawa.
• Demonstrate that their thesis deals with a practical topic related to private law.

Award value:   $5,000

Number of awards:   1

Award frequency:     Annual

Level or program of study:  Doctoral

Application contact:     Financial Aid and Awards Service

Application deadline:   October 31

_{^Applications}

Applications must be made through Online Scholarships and Bursaries, which can be accessed through uoZone. They should include the following:

• a copy of the applicant’s thesis, which must deal with a practical topic related to private law