With Nassau County having entered Phase 1 of the reopening I began to think about what going back to my office looks like for me. As I wrote in a past blog, I do not believe that I will be in my office five days a week as I can work efficiently from my home office. But I do need a presence in my Garden City office.

I decided that I will start back in my office on Monday, June 15. Initially, my plan is to be in the office, at least, Monday through Wednesday. And then try to work from home on Thursday and Friday.

As I expected, I am anxious about going back into the office. I am anxious about leaving the safety of my home office. Also, as I have written, court appearances have been virtual through the pandemic and all signs point to virtual court appearances continuing thereafter. So, I am also anxious about how the way I practice law will have to change.

Unexpectedly, I am also feeling excited about returning to the office. I am looking forward to seeing my colleagues. But, surprisingly, I am also looking forward to a new beginning. I have grown in unforseen ways during my time at home. Having experienced what we have experienced, I have learned not to focus on the small stuff but, rather, concentrate on the bigger, more important issues. I also learned how important it is to be able to pivot quickly in order to maintain a successful business. I am looking forward to applying these lessons in my practice.

How does going back feel for you?