As Young Lawyers Churn Through Jobs, Firms Search for Ways to Fulfill Them
As Young Lawyers Churn Through Jobs, Firms Search for Ways to Fulfill Them
Natalie Kernisant spoke to The American Lawyer for an article that examines what law firms are doing to provide greater value to young lawyers in order to improve retention.
Morrison & Foerster recently revamped its mentorship and sponsorship programs, bringing them under one umbrella overseen by the diversity and inclusion team.
“Most associates are navigating a space that isn’t diverse, so mentoring and forging relationships across differences is hugely important for the mentee and the mentor,” Natalie said.
These concerns are acute for diverse associates, who often struggle to navigate unwritten rules or the politics of an organization and fail to achieve a sense of belonging – both key reasons why diverse talent leaks from professional organizations. As a result, MoFo is focused on offering associates actionable feedback.
“There is a perception that if they’re not growing and developing, then they’re failing,” Natalie said. “Treading water isn’t an option. It’s not OK to fly under the radar.”
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