Yet Another Top Biglaw Firm Mandates Four Office Days For Attorneys Each Week - Above the Law
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WilmerHale recently announced a new policy requiring associates to be in the office four days a week, beginning April 28. The firm allows attorneys to select their in-office days at their convenience, joining several other top Biglaw firms that have adopted similar policies. This decision follows the trend set by firms like Paul Weiss and Davis Polk, showcasing a shift in workplace norms within the legal industry as firms adapt to post-pandemic expectations regarding in-office attendance and productivity.
WilmerHale will implement a four-day in-office work week starting April 28, allowing associates to choose which four days to work from the office, mirroring a broader trend in Biglaw.
Firms like WilmerHale, Davis Polk, and Paul Weiss have adopted similar attendance policies, reflecting a swift conformity among top law firms in response to perceived trends.
As firms increasingly mandate in-office attendance, associates at WilmerHale are braced for an adjustment to their work routines starting later this month.
The move by WilmerHale signifies a notable shift in Biglaw work culture, as more firms adopt rigid in-office policies post-pandemic to enhance productivity.
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