Congratulations to Our 2025 Scholarship Winners!

Our law firm was thrilled with the talent, creativity, and dedication we saw from our 2025 scholarship award applicants. We received thoughtful entries from high school, college, and graduate students nationwide.

The attorneys of Butler Kahn asked students to provide a video responding to the following question:

“How do YOU want to make the world better?”

We appreciate every submission we received. While we would love to award a scholarship to every applicant, we had to choose only two winners. The funds they receive will go towards the costs of pursuing higher education.

We thank every student who submitted a video and wish everyone the best as they move forward.

1st Place: Sierra Romero

Sierra is a Gates and Daniels Fund Scholar pursuing a Master’s in Social and Public Policy. She leads community-focused programs at Johns Hopkins and has worked with nonprofits on communications, advocacy, and equity. She aims to create lasting impact through public service and inclusive policy.

Runner up: Abigail So

Abigail is a summa cum laude graduate in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and a fluent Spanish speaker. She has worked in data analytics and marketing at JPMorgan Chase, Erie Insurance, and Opera Philadelphia. Passionate about service, Abigail has volunteered as a Spanish translator and health advocate, aiming to make healthcare and legal support more accessible to underserved communities.

 

 

Matt Kahn is an Atlanta personal injury lawyer and a partner at the law firm Butler Kahn. Matt has dedicated his career to fighting for individuals and families who had been harmed by the negligence of others. At Butler Kahn, he has had the honor of helping families who have lost children in motor vehicle accidents and people who were critically injured. He helped a family secure a $45 million settlement to provide lifetime care for their son, who was critically injured in a motorcycle accident. Matt is a graduate of Emory University School of Law and has been recognized as a Super Lawyers’ Rising Star and by Best Lawyers as One to Watch. He has received an Avvo 10.0 Top Attorney rating. Connect with me on LinkedIn