As a young partner at a law firm, I have had many positive mentoring experiences, both as a mentor and mentee. I have benefitted learning from more experienced lawyers and have tried to pass along what I have learned for the benefit of my firm and profession. It can be a challenge learning to be both a good lawyer and a happy lawyer.
While being good at what you do is critically important for personal and shared success, it is at least as important to enjoy what you do and have those around you share in that enjoyment. These things enhance the workplace culture, which in turn allows a firm to attract and retain talent, which in turn builds on itself like a rolling snowball. For this to work well, mentoring is critical. In this vein, the following are some of the most important lessons I have learned and have tried to pass along.
