Association La Courte Echelle

Association La Courte Echelle is a non-profit organization based in the United States. Founded by individuals with experience mentoring students, the association focuses on providing support to law students at the university level. With a small team of four employees, they operate with a yearly revenue of $0.5 million. Association La Courte Echelle's core service is a student mentorship program connecting law students with professionals in the legal field. These volunteer mentors, known as "parrains" and "marraines," offer guidance and support to students, helping them navigate their academic journey and career aspirations. The program aims to address the challenges students face in their pursuit of legal careers, including uncertainty about career paths, lack of motivation, and inadequate support systems. The association distinguishes itself by emphasizing the importance of early mentorship, recognizing that students benefit from guidance and support from the beginning of their studies. They believe that successful academic progress and career outcomes are fostered through a combination of academic knowledge and personalized mentorship. To learn more about Association La Courte Echelle and their mentorship program, please visit their website at asso-la-courte-echelle.fr.