SCHOOL OF LAW

The UT Law Mentor Directory is available on Symplicity. Mentor information is updated on a continual basis. Therefore, the CSO encourages users to periodically perform new searches to get the most current mentor information.

The UT Law Mentor Directory is a valuable resource for students seeking information on a wide range of topics, from career paths to job search advice, diverse geographic locations to job market trends. These mentors have volunteered to share their insights and expertise with students seeking to expand their job-related knowledge and enhance their professional experiences.

The Mentor Directory is especially helpful for networking purposes. Students can use it to establish an assortment of contacts and become involved with the professional legal community. Mentors offer the wisdom of their experiences to assist students in their preparations for life after law school.

If you are a UT Law Alumnus who would like to use the Directory
If you are a UT Law alumnus and do not currently have an account with Symplicity, please e-mail Victor Garcia at vgarcia@law.utexas.edu with your name, address, phone, e-mail address and graduation year, and indicate that you would like access to the Mentor Directory. Once your account is established, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with your password.

How to use the UT Law Mentor Directory
Please note that the Mentor Directory is available for attaining informational interviews and career guidance only. Do not contact mentors for employment or business purposes. The CSO reserves the right to deny access privileges to the Mentor Directory for those who do not comply with these guidelines.

• Call or e-mail the potential mentor with a short introduction and a request for some time, either for an informational interview or for a couple of quick questions.
• Prepare informed questions for the mentor by researching him or her. Read the CSO handout on conducting "Informational Interviews."
• Be persistent! Mentors are typically very busy and might not respond the first time you contact them. Don't hesitate to try again.
• Ask for a business card, and provide the mentor with either your resume or business card.
• Always follow-up with a thank-you note as mentors are giving you their time and expertise to help you. See "Thank-You Letter Samples."
• Read the brochure "Working with a Mentor: 50 Practical Strategies for Success", published by the National Association for Law Placement, which is available in the CSO Resource Library.

How to search the UT Law Mentor Directory

• Login to Symplicity
• Select [Mentor Directory] from the toolbar at the top of the screen, or click "Mentor Network" from the quick links section.
• The list of current, active mentors appears alphabetically under the tab titled, "Professional Network."
• To perform a specific search, click the [Detailed Search] tab.
• Fill-in the desired field(s) for your search (i.e., to obtain a listing of all mentors who are in the Dallas area, type Dallas in the city field and then click [Submit.]) The CSO recommends that you begin with a broad search and narrow as necessary. You may first want to begin with a search for practice area or city/state

Designating Favorites
Students can designate specific mentors as favorites from the main [Mentor Directory] tab. Once designated, these mentors will appear under the [Favorites] tab. To designate a mentor as a favorite:

• Click the phrase "Add Favorite" under the Options column for the specific mentor.
• Repeat this process for each mentor you wish to designate as a favorite. (NOTE: The Add Favorite" feature is not available under the [Search Results] tab.)