For example, video conferencing is now used by law firms as a cost effective and efficient way to hold face-face- meetings. Video can be used to conduct client conferences, depositions and testimony, provide access to experts, assist inter-office communication, facilitate continuing education, and expedite recruiting. The use of video for these types of ad-hoc and/or scheduled meetings means reducing time spent out of the office, and in turn reducing the financial and productivity losses associated with travel.
In addition to the benefits video provides law firms, clients also appreciate the efficiency that is gained by using the technology. Clients appreciate having the ability to meet with lawyers expediently. In fact, clients can meet with attorneys, associates, and specialists right from equipment located at their desk top or conference room, and then return immediately to work - a convenient and cost effective alternative to travel.
State and local courts use video conferencing as a cost effective method for communicating with prisoners; it is also safer than busing inmates to court for hearings that can be held remotely. Video is useful for expediting depositions in civil cases, since remote depositions expedite the process if a client is located in another city. Additionally, video calls can be recorded and archived so that they can be played back as needed.
Expert witnesses can be difficult to access, especially those who are based internationally. However, if a law firm has an office in the remote area, a hard to reach subject matter expert can be accessed at a moment's notice. The benefit of communicating with an expert this way is that they can give their expert testimony, however brief, without taking the time to travel to the firm's U.S. location.
The dynamics of inter-office communication often change with video conferencing; meetings among multiple locations are facilitated, giving partners and associates the ability to confer on any range of topics that would be discussed in a face-to-face setting. The inconvenience of traveling to various firm locations is eliminated, freeing up valuable time and resources.
Video conferencing and streaming is ideal for law firms conducting training sessions; all training can take place at one time, by one trainer, and it can be recorded for review at a later date. This approach to training is quite powerful as it allows participants to remain at their desks, and all trainees can be assured the same material will be covered.
Similarly, video is an ideal tool for the early stages of recruiting associates. The screening process can be performed over video so that only the most qualified candidates are brought in for further discussion. In addition, law firms that incorporate the latest technology differentiate themselves as more progressive and are therefore more attractive to new recruits.
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