In this episode of Trial Tested, host Amy Gunn welcomes Missy Wright, Kimball Anderson, and John Siffert to explore the importance of mentorship. They discuss how mentoring – rooted in a commitment to civility, professionalism, and the rule of law – has evolved into an initiative pairing experienced ACTL Fellows with first-generation and underserved law students. The conversation highlights mentorship as a mutually rewarding, relationship-driven process that extends beyond teaching legal skills to shaping professional identity, judgment, and integrity. Through both structured programs and organic connections, they emphasize the importance of listening, accessibility, and intentional engagement, while also addressing generational shifts in how mentorship is experienced. They underscore the need to create meaningful opportunities – through courtroom experience, pro bono work, and simple acts of outreach – to support the next generation of trial lawyers.

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