Korean Bar Association Holds Mentoring Event for New Lawyers... Supporting Practical Adaptation and Career Exploration

15th Bar Exam Passers Mentoring Event for 120 New Lawyers
Kim Jungwook: "A Place to Share Experience and Insight"
Special Lecture by Kim Seunghyun and Field-Specific Mentoring Sessions

The Korean Bar Association organized a mentoring event for newly admitted lawyers taking their first steps into the legal profession after passing the bar exam.

Participants are taking a commemorative photo at the "15th Bar Exam Passers Mentoring Event" hosted by the Young Lawyers Special Committee of the Korean Bar Association. Provided by the Korean Bar Association

According to the legal community on May 14, the Young Lawyers Special Committee of the Korean Bar Association held the "15th Bar Exam Passers Mentoring Event" the previous day at the Korean Bar Association Hall in Seocho-gu, Seoul.

This event was designed to offer over 120 new lawyers opportunities for career exploration and networking.

The event proceeded with welcome speeches from Kim Jungwook, President of the Korean Bar Association; Cho Sunyeol, President of the Seoul Bar Association; and Kim Jisoo, Chair of the Young Lawyers Special Committee. President Kim stated, "This event is intended to help new lawyers adapt to the industry and strengthen their practical capabilities by sharing the experiences and insights of senior lawyers," adding, "I hope this event becomes a meaningful platform for exchange."

President Cho emphasized, "I hope new lawyers will work in a variety of fields, including public service, corporations, litigation, and international affairs," and added, "I expect you to become legal professionals who maintain integrity and a sense of duty." Chair Kim also said, "As this is a time filled with both excitement and uncertainty, I hope this mentoring event will help you find your direction."

During the event, Kim Seunghyun, Vice President of the Korean Bar Association, delivered a special lecture titled "Career Seminar for New Lawyers," offering practical advice on writing resumes, preparing for interviews, and career transition strategies. In addition, lawyers currently active in various fields such as law firms, in-house counsel, public institutions, and private practice participated as mentors and shared their respective career experiences.

The Korean Bar Association stated, "We plan to continuously expand programs to support the enhancement of practical capabilities and career planning for new lawyers in the future."

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