Horn Williamson & Collins Managing Partner Ryan Lockman recently joined Elise Holtzman on The Lawyer’s Edge podcast to discuss an issue that is increasingly important to the legal profession: how law firms can better train, support and retain talented attorneys and paralegals.
During the conversation, Ryan shared his perspective on the limitations of the traditional “learn as you go” approach to legal training and the importance of creating intentional opportunities for professional development. He discussed how mentorship, structured onboarding and ongoing education can help team members build confidence, develop practical skills and better serve clients.
The episode also highlights Construction Defect University, the firm’s AI-assisted internal training platform designed to provide attorneys and paralegals with practice-specific education and resources. Developed under Ryan’s leadership, the platform reflects Horn Williamson & Collins’ commitment to investing in its people and creating a culture where learning is encouraged at every stage of a career.
At Horn Williamson & Collins, professional development is not an afterthought. From mentoring relationships and collaborative case teams to internal CLEs and structured training programs, the firm continues to invest in helping its attorneys and staff grow professionally while delivering exceptional service to clients.
Listen to Ryan’s full conversation with Elise Holtzman on The Lawyer’s Edge podcast here: