The eDiscovery industry in the UK, like many other industries, has been greatly impacted by the shift towards remote working in recent years following the Covid19 pandemic. The concept of remote-based work gained significant attention as a viable alternative to traditional office-based work given the circumstances of the pandemic.
The pandemic spurred the advancements in technology and more importantly, changed attitudes towards work-life balance. Many clients have embraced the idea of allowing contract lawyers and paralegals to work remotely even though the worse of the pandemic seems to be now over. However, this trend has also sparked a debate on whether remote-based work is a better option than office-based work or if it poses significant challenges to both contractors and clients.
In this blog, we will explore the pros and cons of both remote-based work and office-based work specifically in relation to document review, and the impact of these options on productivity, work culture, contractor satisfaction and address concerns of clients.