Professional Expectations in an Intergenerational Firm on 5 August 2026

Early-career legal professionals enter firms with strong academic credentials yet often limited exposure to the interpersonal, communication, and professional judgment skills essential for immediate success. And now more than ever the human skills required to collaborate, influence, and build trust have become even more critical—not less.   This session explores how Steps’ award winning, drama-based learning methodologies can rapidly accelerate the readiness, engagement, and long-term performance of Summers and First-Year Associates.

Drawing on extensive experience working with large, midsized, and boutique law firms, we will demonstrate how facilitated experiential learning builds confidence and capability in ways traditional training cannot.   Participants will gain insight into how realistic, practice-based scenarios help new lawyers:

• Strengthen communication, presence, and professional resilience
• Navigate ambiguity and feedback discussions with greater clarity
• Build the the skills required to support clear communication and collaboration

During this live virtual open session, you’ll experience our scenarios-based learning and facilitated discussion, which,illustrates how immersive learning improves long-term retention, engagement, and transfers to real client-facing moments.

We will also address how PD teams can integrate human-centered training alongside AI learning platforms to create holistic, future-ready development programs.

This session is designed for PD, L&D, and talent leaders seeking scalable, high-impact approaches to early-career development that foster confidence, professionalism, and a strong sense of belonging during the earliest stages of associate life.

Session details

Date: 5 August 2026

Time: 9am Pacific Time/ 12noon Eastern Time / 5pm London Time

Duration: 60 minutes

Format: Virtual, interactive (limited places)