Mentoring
The firm has a formal mentoring program designed to help develop and support successful lawyers. This program is not intended to replace informal mentoring relationships that associates develop as they work with other lawyers, but to supplement them.
Mentoring Program Goals
An effective mentoring program must provide an associate with a framework within which to develop. The overall goal of the firm's mentoring program is to foster relationships that will help associates feel comfortable seeking guidance and input from their mentors, accelerating professional growth and connection to the firm. By establishing a secure line of communication, the specific goals of the Mentoring Program are to (1) assist in the acclimation of each associate to the firm and department, and (2) assist local and firmwide departmental management in (a) monitoring and balancing associate workload, (b) providing guidance and direction on specific training and professional development opportunities, and (c) ensuring that each associate receives regular and effective performance feedback.
Partner Mentors
The mentor’s roles include the following:
- Attending regular meetings
- Monitoring associate hours and assignments
- Monitoring amount and level of feedback
- Assisting mentee in defining and achieving career development goals
Associate mentees are also expected to take an active role in the mentoring relationship, including in the following ways:
- Scheduling a regular meeting
- Taking ownership of individual career development
- Formulating goals and sharing with mentor
- Sharing hours and experiences with mentor
- Sharing any feedback received with mentor