Law Firm
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Checklist

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Best in Pay Per Click Management

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Best in Search Engine Optimization

7 Essential Keywords Every Law Firm Should Rank For:

"
[Practice area]
lawyer -
[your city]
"

Primary local search terms for your main practice areas (personal injury, divorce, estate planning, etc.)

"Attorney near me
[practice area]
"

Captures mobile searches and local intent across all practice areas

"
[Specific legal service]
attorney
[your city]
"

Target specific services like "will preparation," "car accident," or "custody modification"

"Legal help
[your city]
"

Broader terms that capture clients unsure of their specific legal needs

"
[your firm name]
"

Brand protection to ensure you appear for searches of your firm name

"Free legal consultation
[your city]
"

Targets price-conscious clients seeking initial legal advice

5 Website Elements That Convert Visitors to Clients

Clear Value Proposition Above the Fold

Immediately communicate what makes your firm different and why clients should choose you over competitors

Prominent Contact Information & CTA

Display phone number, contact form, and "Free Consultation" button prominently on every page

Attorney Profiles with Trust Signals

Include professional photos, credentials, years of experience, notable cases, and bar admissions

Client Testimonials & Reviews

Feature authentic client feedback and Google reviews to build social proof and credibility

Mobile-Optimized Click-to-Call

Ensure phone numbers are clickable on mobile devices with large, prominent buttons

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3 Social Media Strategies That Actually Work for Law Firms

Educational Content on Legal Process

Share legal tips, explain common legal processes, and answer frequently asked questions to demonstrate expertise

Client Success Stories (Anonymized)

Share general case outcomes and positive reviews to build social proof without violating confidentiality

Professional Thought Leadership

Share insights on legal trends, case law updates, and industry news to position attorneys as knowledgeable experts

Common PPC Mistakes That Waste 40% of Your Budget

Bidding on Generic Terms

Avoid broad keywords like "lawyer" or "attorney" that attract irrelevant clicks from personal injury or divorce searchers

Ignoring Negative Keywords

Add negative keywords like "free," "pro bono," "cheap," "divorce," "personal injury" to filter out unqualified traffic

Poor Geographic Targeting

Ensure ads only show within your service area and exclude locations where you're not licensed to practice

Weak Ad Copy with No Urgency

Replace generic "Experienced Attorney" with specific "Arrested? Call Now - Former Prosecutor Available 24/7"

Missing Call Extensions

Always include phone number extensions in ads since most clients prefer to call immediately

Not Tracking Conversions

Set up call tracking and form submission monitoring to identify which keywords and ads generate actual consultations

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Action Item:

Review your current marketing efforts against this checklist monthly and prioritize the unchecked items that align with your practice goals and budget.

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