Represent clients' interests to the best of your ability. Never lose your composure or your temper, or your clients' interest will suffer. No matter how much you disagree with another attorney, remember that they also are officers of the court must be respected. Treat them as you wish to be treated. These were my father's ethics, both as he verbalized them and as he lived them. .
Mentors teach professionalism by being professional.
This is more effective than any class, seminar or book. The Iowa State Bar Association seeks mentors for law students. Sign-up information is provided in the association's Miscellaneous Mailer. Please enroll in a wonderful experience. You can make a difference in the career of a future lawyer.