DRLA Mentorship Program

The DRLA Mentorship Program connects junior lawyers, licensing candidates, and new calls with experienced lawyers in relevant practice areas. It helps members build mentoring relationships when they may not otherwise have access to guidance from a senior lawyer.
Mentors support mentees with practice management and professional development, including work-life balance, client relationships, opposing counsel, and the business side of law.
Mentors should be prepared to share the knowledge, skills, and practical insights gained through their experience. The DRLA Mentorship Committee will complete all matches, and applications will remain confidential and be used only for program purposes.

The program pairs mentees with senior lawyers who can provide guidance on topics such as:

• Career development
• Building and managing a successful practice
• Work-life balance
• Dealing with clients
• Dealing with opposing counsel
• Learning the business side of law

Mentors and mentees may earn up to six Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours each year. An application must be submitted to the Law Society at least 30 days before the session. To report CPD hours, mentors should visit the CPD reporting page on the LSO portal, select “Mentor/Coach/Advisor/Participant/Articling Principal/LPP or Paralegal Supervisor” under Activity Type, enter their hours, and provide details about the mentorship activity.

Who can be a Mentor?

• Any DRLA member who has actively practised law for at least 10 years.

Who can be a Mentee?

• Any DRLA member, including lawyers, licensing candidates, and new calls.

Resources for Mentorship

• Mentoring Booklet
• Mentoring 101