Mentor Council Committee Needs Attorney Volunteers

April 18, 2002

The State Bar Mentor Council Committee is seeking volunteer lawyer mentors from different practice sizes and types. The committee needs lawyers from all areas of practice. Specific high-need areas include international, business, criminal, and health law practice. The mentor program is statewide, but demand is especially brisk in the Madison and Milwaukee areas.

"Becoming a lawyer mentor is an easy way to make a difference in your State Bar," says Mentor Council Committee chair Paul Bonneson. "The Mentor Council was established in 1989 to ensure that new lawyers, law students, and others considering law school are suited to the profession. We help them make informed career choices."

"Mentors help new lawyers in the difficult transition from law student to lawyer," continued Bonneson. "We offer practical advice to new lawyers and offer realistic expectations for people considering the profession. Discussions focus on career goals, types of legal practice, and economic and lifestyle issues. Our optional Tag-Along Program provides a first-hand opportunity to observe an attorney 'in the field' for a portion of the day."

For more information contact Patricia Morgan at (608) 250-6107 or Penny Reynolds at (608) 250-6118.