Critchfield genuinely believes that people are the most important asset of any law firm, from the Managing Member to the newest, entry-level staff member.
“The moment I met several of the Critchfield attorneys, I knew Critchfield was special. I spent over four years practicing law at firms that only cared about the bottom line. Critchfield attorneys care about doing what is right, not only for our clients but for our community and for our families. That’s the Critchfield difference and I am proud not only to work here but to be a partner here.”
Nicole Hawks, Member, Ashland
Delivering the high-quality legal services our clients demand requires attorneys and staff of equally high quality. For this reason, the Critchfield Law firm places the highest value on recruiting, mentoring, developing, and retaining its attorneys, and we recognize that all of these functions are part of the same overarching goal of constantly improving ourselves as professionals. At our firm, mentoring starts on the first day as a summer associate and ends with retirement. The mentoring program consists of formal, planned mentoring—which is emphasized early in an associate’s career—and informal or organic mentoring that grows from the natural relationships developed by our attorneys over the course of their careers. All newer associates will have an assigned mentor whose efforts are overseen by the firm’s mentoring committee.
“Every day I put my key in the employee entrance door, I look forward to the people inside who I get to spend my day with. Without exception, they are helpful, understanding, thoughtful, and committed people. I feel confident that if I ask for help or guidance, someone will step up.”
Jason Burgett, Staff Attorney, Wooster
