
“Virtual workspace” is a term that refers to a working environment without a physical location.
Thanks to technology like laptops, tablets, and smartphones, millions of people can now work from nearly anywhere.
Not all careers are conducive to working in a virtual workspace, but legal work can often be done this way, depending on your needs and preferences.
Many attorneys are turning to working in a virtual workspace, but that may not be right for everyone.
Virtual Workspace Pros and Cons
Virtual workspaces became popular during the 2020 Covid-19 quarantine and lockdowns.
For many businesses, this was the only way they could continue operations.
A few years later, it has become clear that some companies can operate efficiently from afar, and securing a brick-and-mortar office building is not as crucial as it used to be.
Here are some pros and cons to a virtual workspace.
Pros of a Virtual Workspace
There are a lot of great reasons to operate your business out of a virtual workspace.
Cost Saving
Renting or leasing an office building is one of the biggest expenses for any business regardless of the industry, including legal practices.
Working virtually allows you to greatly reduce that cost.
Depending on the needs of your specific practice, you may have the occasional or regular budgeted expense of a remote office space that you can rent for one or more days when you need it.
Environmental Consciousness
It takes a lot of fuel to get employees to and from the office. Using a virtual workplace will reduce your staff’s carbon footprint.
Even if this is not your primary reason for using a virtual workspace, it is a great added bonus.
Flexibility
Many businesses have found that providing the ability to work remotely helps employees sustain work-life balance.
Virtual workspaces let your employees work from anywhere they have a power outlet and internet connection. You can also choose to work out of a collaborative, in-person workspace.
Cons of a Virtual Workspace
There are certainly plenty of positives to virtual workspaces, but make sure to consider any potential downsides.
Camaraderie
Seeing your co-workers in person has positive effects on your mental health.
Employees working virtually should make sure to take time for self-care and in-person social interactions.
If you work with a group of people, consider meeting up with them in person on occasion.
Meeting with Clients
Some clients prefer meeting their attorneys face-to-face.
Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, and other virtual meeting platforms have done a great job bringing remote workers together, but sometimes it helps to be in the same room.
Benefits of Mesilla Legal Center
If you live in, or are visiting the Las Cruces area, consider visiting Mesilla Legal Center. You can reserve a space for a meeting with your legal staff or for client consultations.
You can still avoid the overhead of having an office building while having the ability to host in-person meetings.
There may be days when you do not want to work from home or a coffee shop. We have all the necessary office equipment and internet capabilities to meet your needs.