Reed Smith Sets September Office Return, Adds Flexibility (1)

Reed Smith, one of the largest U.S. law firms, is planning a full reopening of its 17 domestic offices for early September while also announcing a more flexible work policy for lawyers and staff.

The firm’s return to the office for lawyers will go in phases that include working in the office once a week in June with a “soft opening” scheduled for July 6. The firm’s staff will be categorized as office-based, fully remote, or a hybrid.

While Reed Smith’s lawyers will not be required to work a certain number of days in the office, the firm said they ...