Ever tried to establish a meaningful relationship with one of your legal colleagues and it felt like pulling teeth? If you said “yes,” you are not alone. Relationship-building in the legal setting can be daunting, particularly when it comes to building a mentorship relationship. Yet, we know relationships are essential to an attorney’s personal and professional growth. It is particularly important for female attorneys, given the historical disparities in the number and treatment of female attorneys. Considering the rising number of female attorneys in the legal field, we are here to give you a few pointers on how to build lasting relationships (primarily with other women) in the workplace that will act as fertilizer for your career.

Step 1: Be a Woman’s Woman