Kathleen Connelly Is the role of mentor one that you set out to take, or one you happened into? Why are mentors so important in the legal profession? Good mentors often have learned from good examples. Who are some people who have mentored you? Law is, for many, more than a full-time job. How does one create time for mentorship? How are the business and profession of law changing, and are New Jersey lawyers well-positioned for the future?