A year in review article? For 2020? Is this a joke? Most people can easily review 2020 in a word or two—probably an expletive as well—but let’s take a big, introspective step back and consider: Was there anything positive for young attorneys?

Closed … But Closer

Despite the world closing down, there was a platform for communication that actually brought us closer together. Who knew what Zoom was in 2019, other than a feature on a camera? But platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams became omnipresent throughout 2020. These platforms allowed young attorneys to take the lead as less technologically savvy partners struggled to get used to the new normal of client interaction and courtroom appearances. It also forced firms, as well as courts, to utilize a form of communication that they may have been hesitant to rely on. However, the universality of these platforms is something that will transcend 2020 due in no small part to its ease of use and other benefits.