The Legal Destination Office

By Tim Frankland

Date

6 February 2026

Read length

30 min

The legal sector is at a turning point. As expectations evolve—from lawyers seeking greater flexibility to clients demanding a more polished, experience‑led environment—traditional legal offices are no longer fit for purpose.

Building on our 2020 Destination Office concept, and strengthened by insights from 10,000+ office users, The Legal Destination Office translates those findings directly into the needs of today’s legal firms.

Legal workplaces are changing. Expectations, from both employees and clients, have shifted dramatically. The traditional legal office, once defined by rigid layouts, private offices, and rows of unused desks, is being replaced by more purposeful, brand‑aligned environments.

While the sector has historically embraced change at a measured pace, it is now actively moving toward more agile, people‑centred workplace strategies. Firms are rethinking how space can enhance productivity, wellbeing, culture, and client experience.

Inside This Whitepaper

The Legal Destination Office explores:

How legal workplaces are evolving, and why now is the time for transformation
What office users really value, backed by extensive research and behavioural insight
Which design principles drive performance, engagement, and brand alignment
How legal firms can future‑proof their real estate strategy using the Destination Office framework

Whether you’re navigating hybrid working, rethinking your spatial footprint, or looking to attract and retain top talent, this whitepaper provides clear guidance rooted in decades of workplace strategy expertise.