The Chicago Bar Association is hosting "Leaving a Legacy Through Mentorship," a program designed to emphasize the significance of mentorship in the legal profession. This event aims to inspire lawyers at all career stages to share their knowledge and experience, thereby fostering the development of the next generation of legal professionals.
The program will cover key topics such as the impact of mentorship on professional growth, strategies for effective mentor-mentee relationships, and the role of mentorship in promoting diversity and inclusion within the legal field. Attendees will gain insights into how mentorship can enhance their careers and contribute to the broader legal community.
Notable speakers include Ida Abbott, President of Ida Abbott Consulting; Mark C. Palmer, Chief Counsel at the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism; Brian Potts, Partner at Husch Blackwell and Co-Founder of the Legal Mentor Network; and Trisha M. Rich, Partner and Chair of the Legal Profession Team at Holland & Knight LLP. Their combined expertise will provide attendees with valuable perspectives on the multifaceted benefits of mentorship.
This program is ideal for lawyers at any stage of their career who wish to give back to the profession through mentorship. Whether you are a new lawyer providing guidance to a law student or a retired lawyer sharing wisdom with a younger generation, this event offers valuable insights and strategies to enhance your mentoring relationships.
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Speakers(4)
Brian Potts
Partner at Husch Blackwell
Brian Potts is a Partner at Husch Blackwell and Co-Founder of the Legal Mentor Network, dedicated to mentoring and developing legal professionals.
Ida Abbott
President at Ida Abbott Consulting
Ida Abbott is the President of Ida Abbott Consulting, specializing in leadership development and mentoring for the legal profession.
Mark C. Palmer
Chief Counsel at Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism
Mark C. Palmer serves as the Chief Counsel for the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism, focusing on promoting integrity and professionalism among lawyers.
Trisha M. Rich
Partner & Chair of the Legal Profession Team at Holland & Knight LLP
Trisha M. Rich is a Partner and Chair of the Legal Profession Team at Holland & Knight LLP, focusing on legal ethics and professional responsibility.
Event Details
- Date
- June 2, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- Pricing
- Free for members; $65 for non-members
- Audience
- Lawyers at any career stage interested in mentorship
- CLE Credits
- 1.00 IL PR-MCLE Credit