In any law firm or in-house legal department, there will be people who feel apprehensive about returning to the office, as well as people who are more than ready.

Some firms are aiming to restructure their workforce by having fewer days in the office, potentially creating a cultural shift. Clearly, there are positives to this, but there are some negatives, for example, a lack of connection and social interaction, both of which are important aspects of people’s work life.