ANALYSIS: Female, Minority Attorneys Will Pursue Job Flexibility

In 2024, the push back into the office could push female attorneys and minority attorneys out the door. These groups are more negatively impacted by return-to-office (RTO) policies that are overly restrictive, which could have them seeking jobs with more flexible work arrangements if their current organizations require more in-office days.

The work from home (WFH) flexibility that existed during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic is disappearing from the legal industry. There are advantages to being back in the office that benefit both individuals and organizations: opportunities for professional and personal development, cultivation of a company culture, and utilizing ...