Suggested Mentoring Activities
Alumni
Suggested Mentoring Activities
n Meet for breakfast, lunch or dinner
n Invite student mentee to your office
n Take your student mentee to court to witness a proceeding
n E-mail correspondence, letters or phone calls are excellent means of communications for out-of-town mentors and students
n Share sample pleadings and forms
n Offer guidance with course selection
n Critique your student’s resume
n Conduct a mock interview
n Discuss your area(s) of practice. Share your opinions about your field of law or work environment
n Introduce your student to colleagues who are working in fields outside your area(s) of expertise
n If your student is from out of state, offer tips on fun places to go and things to do in the New York area
n Be available to field questions and concerns about law school, exams and career decisions