What’s your best guess of when we’ll be expected to go back into the office as usual (on a non-voluntary basis)?

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January 2022.

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2022. Law firms are more cautious, esp the mid to big players, and esp if there are multiple offices.

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I would be shocked if any firms require 5 days a week in the office after a year of WFH.

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Once you've gotten two shots. Guessing September.

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Spring 2022

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Why so far ahead in the future?

Going to vary widely by region but I’d agree with above September for most

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Any thoughts on DC in particular?

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Maybe compared to some states? But from what I’ve read, their appointments are really hard to get even while they’ve been targeting low income zip codes.

You all thinking we will get the vaccines in time for September (6.5mo) have a lot more faith in our government (fed + local). I feel jaded but I don’t even bother trying to get hopeful. Maybe once we have vaccinated all the above 60 (note it’s only 65+ right now) and the children for school and teachers/essential workers, I’ll start hoping for my able bodied 30’s appointment.

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Do we think masks will still be required when we go back in? Or do we think things will be more “normal” when the time comes for everyone to be back?

Masks will likely be required in common areas and when away from office/desk.

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