In a recent shake-up of global work policies, DLA Piper, the world's third highest-grossing law firm, has announced a significant change to its office attendance mandate, requiring all personnel outside the United States to be present in the office for three days each week starting November 2025. This move comes close on the heels of a similar update for its U.S. corporate attorneys who will now need to work from the office four days each week.

The decision to increase the in-office days from the previous 50% attendance policy reflects a broader trend among elite law firms to foster better collaboration and engagement through face-to-face interactions. According to a DLA Piper spokesperson cited by Law.com International, the firm believes the update will enhance office culture and still provide flexibility, balancing productivity with employee wellbeing.

This policy shift aligns DLA Piper with several other U.S.-based firms that have already implemented a four-day in-office work policy for their employees in London, including notable names like Covington, Kirkland, and Skadden. The global legal industry is closely watching these developments, as these adjustments in work arrangements might set a new standard across the sector.

DLA Piper, which reported a gross revenue of over $4 billion in 2024, remains one of the last major global firms to enact a four-day office attendance mandate for its international offices, showing a somewhat conservative approach in comparison to its competitors.

The firm's strategy highlights a significant emphasis on the importance of physical presence for fostering a collaborative and engaging work environment while acknowledging the ongoing need for flexibility that has become a staple since the shift towards remote working during the pandemic.

Industry professionals and firms worldwide will undoubtedly keep an eye on the impacts of these policy changes, both in terms of productivity and the wellbeing of attorneys and staff. As more firms possibly look to adopt similar policies, the landscape of traditional office work in the legal sector continues to evolve.

For more details on DLA Piper's new policy, visit [Law.com International](https://www.law.com/2025/10/01/dla-piper-ups-in-office-attendance-to-3-days-a-week/).

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