STRADLEY RONON STEVENS & YOUNG, LLP
Stradley Ronon has created a supportive, inclusive culture where its lawyers feel valued and are motivated to contribute to the firm’s success. This, in turn, has allowed the firm to achieve longevity in leadership and lawyer retention.
The firm has developed a formal mentoring program that provides a rewarding experience for both mentors and mentees. Each associate is paired with a partner or senior associate in their practice area who acts as a personal and confidential resource. The mentor takes an active role in introducing them to the firm’s people, practices and resources. Serving as an ongoing ally as the associate navigates their career, the mentor-mentee teams work together to set personalized goals and professional development plans. Additionally, many of the mentors also take an active interest in the personal lives of their mentees, providing guidance for life outside of the office to help them maintain a healthy work-life balance. Associate training and mentoring are critical parts of this culture, which has helped the firm develop a team of associates who are professionally mature and experienced beyond their years. Stradley Ronon’s annual Excellence in Mentorship Award is presented to two individuals who have demonstrated a sustained commitment to outstanding mentoring.
