Major Law Firm Introduces Virtual Lawyering Program, Reflecting Shift in Legal Industry Dynamics



As the traditional office-bound model of legal practice faces increasing scrutiny, attorneys disenchanted with returning to physical offices are finding more options available to them. This shift is encapsulated by an Am Law 200 firm’s recent launch of a virtual lawyering program. According to legal consultant and recruiter Frederick Shelton, “We’re past the era where someone has to explain what ‘new law’ is, the kind of advances it can offer,” reflecting the growing embrace of remote legal work. More details on this development can be found here.