Web video conferencing makes face-to-face time easy without the need for expensive boardroom-style equipment. While online, you can see and hear the other person in real time, almost like on TV.

Attorneys frequently use video meetings for legal depositions and to interview clients and medical experts across the country. This way, if an expert witness is unable to attend the trial, their testimony can be videotaped and the case is not jeopardized.

The option to discuss and/or interview customers is extremely useful. Sometimes a client has a medical condition that makes it difficult or impossible for them to travel, even across town. With video conferencing, the attorney can still meet face-to-face with their client without the expense of traveling, dealing with tight airport security, renting a car, or being away from family overnight on a business trip.

Meeting online is affordable and convenient. The client does not need the service to meet with his attorney. Most services have a simple link that can be clicked for invitees to join in an email invitation. All they need to do is click and meet up.

Fortunately, video quality has improved a lot in recent years. You just have to make sure you have the fastest internet connection to get crystal clear videos. Plus, because most conferencing services are now web-based, there’s no expensive bandwidth to pay for, so the monthly cost is low.

Businesses can expect to reduce their travel costs by 68% or more by using web video conferencing. Not to mention the time savings and increased productivity you’ll experience by not having to leave your office. Typically, you will recoup your initial investment in 3 months or less.

While a quick phone call is often enough in some situations, a web video conference can be an invaluable tool. It is important to speak face to face to build a strong relationship and to be able to read facial expressions, body language and gestures that can make a significant difference in a court hearing or trial.