Mentorship

/ˈmɛn.tɔːr.ʃɪp/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The guidance provided by a more experienced person to a less experienced one in a professional or legal context.
    The lawyer credited her career advancement to the mentorship she received from a senior partner.

Commentary

In legal drafting, clarify the scope and responsibilities within a mentorship to avoid ambiguity.

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