Stephen Ravin is a bankruptcy practitioner who has decades of experience and is active in many professional organizations, but he is known at Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr’s Newark office and beyond for his mentorship. A colleague said: “Despite the demands of his successful practice, Steve makes time for anyone who requests it, noting ‘There is no one who calls for advice in their legal career that I do not meet with and offer guidance and opportunities.’” A mentee said, ”He is patient, and has a way of finding the perfect balance between challenging me and teaching me. He is supportive and isn’t afraid to put himself on the line to be my sponsor both internally and externally, to firm leadership and professionals in our industry.”

Is the role of mentor one that you set out to take, or one you happened into?