It’s no secret that mobile devices have changed the way we live and work. But with great advancements come both opportunities and challenges. Knowing how to take advantage of the good while mitigating the bad is what defines a successful practice.
Responsive lawyering
Mobile devices have become nearly ubiquitous in our society, and consumers have come to expect on-demand attention and seamless experiences. This has set a new standard for the rhythm and pace of client interaction.
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Firms that adopt mobile technology can work faster, and ultimately, compete better for clients. With a mobile phone, you’re never more than a phone call, email, or text message away from a current or potential client. This can be especially relevant to clients working jobs that are difficult to get away from during business hours — being available outside of typical office hours will make you more competitive over other lawyers who aren’t.
And, clients who get the timely attention they need are generally happier and more satisfied, which increases their willingness to pay you more and refer your services to others.
Earn more, anytime
Traditionally, balancing our personal and professional realms has been about creating separation. Now, it’s becoming more about integration. Mobile technologies allow you to access all your firm’s resources from anywhere. You can be in more than one place at one time, to get people what they need when they need it.
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As an added bonus, according to a study conducted by Softchoice, the ability to work remotely across more flexible work schedules also improves our ability to keep more personal and social commitments.
Lawyers are already mobile
Mobility has always been essential to the practice of law. Depending on the jurisdiction and area of practice, lawyers already spend much of their time out of office — and not just to appear in court. Consider this: According to the ABA’s 2015 Tech Report, about 75 percent of survey respondents reported working out of the office — from home (88 percent), hotels (40 percent), other offices (23 percent), vacation homes (18 percent), public places (16 percent), and coffee shops or cafes (10 percent).
But, with so much opportunity comes many challenges. It’s important to have a clear work strategy to ensure compliance with rules for ethical conduct — and to keep you from having to balance too many apps competing for your time.
In The Mobile Revolution: What Law Firms Need to Know, we look at how mobile technologies have opened doors for legal practices, and how lawyers can get the most out of what’s available. You’ll learn how to easily:
- Communicate better across all channels;
- Master task and calendar organization;
- Organize and track meticulous firm data;
- Write and edit precise documents; and
- Track every minute of billable time.
Learn what you need to know about taking your firm mobile. Read The Mobile Revolution: What Law Firms Need to Know now!