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Perspective

Dec. 9, 2016

Safeguarding client files in transit

Moving offices may make a lot of sense for a law firm, but a move implicates the firm's obligations to retain or destroy documents and client files. By J. Randolph Evans and Shari Klevens

By J. Randolph Evans and Shari Klevens

Law firms are rethinking their physical spaces. Some are exploring more modern, open offices. Other firms seek to reduce their overhead by consolidating space or moving to a less expensive lease.

Part of moving, for many firms, is streamlining materials and even disposing of files or equipment that are no longer needed. Moving offices may make a lot of sense for a law firm, but a move implicates the ...

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