Working from Home
Working from home can be great. It is more comfortable and often less distracting and you don't have to waste time or money commuting. Also, companies can save money because they do not need as much space or support. A great example of a successful telecommuter is 88 year old United States Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens.
He does most of his work from his home in Florida and not in the hallowed halls of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington. He goes to Washington when necessary to hear arguments, but other than that he works from home with a computer and telephone. Chuck Newton's blog about 3rd Wave Lawyers covers this story well.
In my view, law firms would do well to promote telecommuting. At The Ottinger Firm we encourage it and some of our lawyers rarely come to the office. This policy allows our firm to attract some very talented lawyers who want the freedom and good lifestyle.
