3 Benefits of Running Your Law Firm from a Shared Office Space
When Firmspace first developed the proworking model, it was to help legal professionals do their best work. And that’s because we knew the people running law firms needed privacy – without the price tag of leasing their own spaces.
Since we created our dedicated office spaces, the world has changed quite a bit, but legal professionals’ need for privacy hasn’t. Here are the three benefits of running your law firm from a shared office space.
1. A Dedicated Office Space That Preserves Client Privacy
Attorney-client privilege is perhaps the single most important rule for attorneys to uphold. That’s one reason we designed our proworking spaces with features like sound-dampening walls – so legal professionals can confidently work without the fear of clients’ security being compromised.
But privacy needs aren’t limited to the physical world. You need robust cybersecurity systems to protect client information. Sure, you probably have existing law management software. But if you’re shifting to a hybrid model – or just taking advantage of shared office spaces more often – you’ll likely want to beef up your cloud security or VPNs.
Our proworking spaces are built to enhance the security measures you’re already taking. Each dedicated office space comes with unique wireless access points and comprehensive firewalls. This means you’ll have the bandwidth and protection to complete any task you need to do online.
Whether you’re taking a deposition or uploading important case files to your firm’s cloud database, the right shared office space can deliver privacy and security at every step of the legal journey with your clients.
2. High-Touch Experiences without Fixed Leases
In a landscape of surging real estate prices and soaring inflation, leasing an office space you don’t regularly use – or need – hurts your bottom line. But shifting to a fully remote setup isn’t realistic for every firm.
You might want to hold in-person meetings with clients. Or you might want to review discovery documents in the same room as colleagues. Not to mention, winning trust as an attorney requires a certain level of panache. To drive business, you need to look professional and communicate that every aspect of your firm, from the associates to the office, is top-notch.
You don’t need to sign an inflexible, multi-year lease to help communicate this professionalism. A shared office space allows you to uphold or build a reputable image while optimizing costs. That’s because this model lets you grab a private space when you want, whether it’s just for the day or for the month.
So when it comes time to meet a potential client or debrief after a hearing, you can use the space you need without paying for space you don’t.
3. Professional Amenities to Help Maintain Workflows
No doubt moving from your own office space to a shared office space is an adjustment – as is moving from a home office. But, regardless of previous office setups, there’s a good chance that you had to oversee or complete tasks that didn’t directly pertain to your casework, whether that’s restocking paper or finding an IT professional to troubleshoot a network issue.
That busy work can build up. With a shared office space, you don’t need to do it. Not only do most shared office spaces offer printing services, but our proworking spaces all feature a professional services hub, which includes:
Mail and shipping support.
An onsite notary public.
Onsite IT support.
Printer and copier access.
Complimentary coffee, tea, and beverages.
We want members to think of these hubs as extensions of their teams. After all, our job is to help you do yours.
Optimize Your Spend While Adapting to Your Firm’s Needs Today
The pandemic has forced many business leaders to consider the importance of physical spaces. And leaders across different verticals are still navigating the return to the office – and whether there should even be one.
The legal field is no different. But knowing whether to implement a hybrid model is impossible if you can’t find an affordable shared office space that protects your clients’ privacy and enables you to maintain productivity.
That’s why we created proworking. You shouldn’t have to compromise your financial health to find a dedicated office space that helps you do your best work.
If you’re curious about how a shared office space can work for your firm, reach out and book a tour.