At Calfee, we are firm in the belief that the best training is from hands-on experience and guidance from partners and other associates. To this end, the firm offers a structured program training for new associates. These sessions are designed to address basic skills and gain an understanding of related practice areas. Training session topics include legal writing, negotiation, ethical issues, due diligence, and drafting of pleadings. 

In addition, we recognize that mentoring can come from many sources and encourage associates to seek mentoring relationships within their practice areas. On a more formal level, each new associate is also paired with a mentor outside the practice area who assists more general issues such as professional development and relationships within the firm.