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The Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough Center on Professionalism was created in 1999 with a gift from the firm's partners. Its purpose is to promote the ideals of professionalism in the practice of law and the operation of the judicial system by serving as a resource in the research and dissemination of information and ideas, as well as developing and promoting initiatives that further those ideals. The Center has assisted in the improvement of professionalism education and training at the USC School of Law, developed a website to provide extensive information concerning professionalism initiatives, hosted three national symposia, and begun empirical research on professionalism issues, particularly mentoring programs. Six areas of focus, consistent with the mission of the Center, include Professional Education, Conferences, Student Education, Website Communication, and Research.

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Mentoring II: Best Practices in Building Sustainable Mentoring Programs and the Future Role of Mentoring in the Legal Profession
The Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough Center on Professionalism is sponsoring the second major national conference on lawyer mentoring April 8-10, 2010. The conference theme is Mentoring II: Best Practices in Building Sustainable Mentoring Programs and the Future Role of Mentoring in the Legal Profession.
 
2009 Winner of the Warren E. Burger Writing Competition Announced
Melissa H. Weresh, Drake University School of Law, is the 2009 winner of the Warren E. Burger Writing Competition.
 
A Lawyer's Roundtable Discussion - Practical Wisdom New Lawyers Series
The publication “A Lawyer’s Roundtable Discussion: Establishing and Maintaining Professional Relationships with Clients” will be given to all USC law graduates admitted to the Bar.
 
National Advisory Board Established
The Center on Professionalism is pleased to announce the establishment of its National Advisory Board comprised of distinguished judges, lawyers, and academia.
 
South Carolina Supreme Court Pilot Mentoring Program
The South Carolina Supreme Court has ordered a second pilot mentoring program beginning March, 2009 and continuing until December 31, 2011.