It is fairly common for lawyers who are starting solo practices to type letters and docu ments and post accounting information themselves. Cyberspace lawyers pursue the vision of a high-tech law office. They demand the latest, fastest, most powerful hardware and software, push their systems to the limit, and use technology to continuously improve their practices. They automate clerical work so it is done with a minimum of time and effort.
Technology replaces support staff.
These lawyers market themselves as cutting edge. They attract clients who are excited about the march of technology. They set their prices according to the value they add to their clients' affairs, not the time it takes to do the work. Most lawyers are, and should remain, solidly mid-tech, with clerical functions delegated to support staff. The other group consists of lawyers who start their practices on a shoestring.