Q: I’m interviewing for a job and want to telecommute one to two days a week, but I don’t want to give the impression that I don’t want to work hard or it’s all I care about. Should I raise the issue immediately or wait?

A: In today’s legal market, alternative work schedules are becoming increasingly more common. From flexible hours to telecommuting, employers are demonstrating more flexibility when it comes to “office face time.” This evolving dynamic is primarily the result of a few factors: technology that keeps professionals connected remotely, changing cultures … and values, and an employer’s desire to gain a competitive advantage in the hiring market. This market development is good news for lawyers who have multiple work/life responsibilities and seek career schedules that can enable greater flexibility to juggle more.