Transforming Onboarding with Mentorship: The Cooley’s Case

Cooley, a global law firm based in California, with offices worldwide faced a challenge in quickly integrating new hires into its demanding environment.

The Cooley Academy Mentoring Program (CAMP), which uses structured mentorship to bring new lawyers up to speed, is an innovative solution that has transformed the way Cooley integrates their new recruits.

Mentorship for Effective Integration

CAMP pairs new MLA graduates with seasoned SAA graduates, guiding them through critical skills for success in the legal field.

Utilizing a mentoring platform, Cooley ensures that these sessions are not only productive but also engaging, with tools like session agendas and activity reports.

Impressive Outcomes

The results speak for themselves: a remarkable improvement in onboarding efficiency and a 95% approval rating from employees.

The program’s unique ‘mentoring madness’ competition further enhances learning and fosters community among staff.

Future Plans

Building on this success, Cooley is set to expand its mentoring initiatives to include a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) program, continuing its commitment to a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Interested in how structured mentoring can enhance your onboarding process?

Visit Cooley’s Professional Development page and continue browsing Mentoring Focus website for insights, resources and inspiration in workplace mentoring.