Local Service Ads advertisers were notified today by Google about a new feature: Local Service Ads (LSAs) on Google Maps for iOS. The notification sent out today will potentially help law firms reach a broader audience. It's also not the first time Google has tested something out on iOS. In 2022, they used their iOS App to roll out new visual search features before implementing some of those new elements on desktop and general mobile search....Read More
Jun 30
6 Red Flags to Watch for When Choosing a Law Firm Marketing Agency
It's not easy finding the right legal marketing partner. You to find a company that is a good fit for your firm’s style and personality. You will also need an agency that is responsive and whose communication methods are in sync with yours. And, of course, you want your agency to be successful and able to provide measurable results for your firm.
With all these considerations, it is helpful to know there are certain things you can be...
Read MoreMay 3
Google’s Review System Was Updated in April. How Your Law Firm Might Be Affected.
Google's review system underwent a significant update in April 2023. The new system evaluates reviews about services, media, and other topics, beyond just product reviews. Google has also changed the name of its "product reviews system" to "reviews system" and altered its guidance documentation to apply to all types of reviews.
As a law firm, you probably don't have product reviews on your website but you might format your client reviews in a way that would be affected by...
Read MoreJan 20
What Call Details Forwarding Change Means for Your Law Firms Google Ads and Call Tracking
Acquiring leads is the lifeblood of any successful law firm. Therefore, a popular advertising strategy many marketers recommend to their law firm clients is creating ad campaigns on Google Ads, which can highlight your business on Google Search, Google Maps, YouTube, and more Google services that a large number of people use on a daily basis. And in terms of conversion actions a user can take on your ad and website, phone calls are an avenue that...
Read MoreFeb 10
Enhance Your Firm’s Reputation and Increase Your Visibility in Google’s Search Results
Your firm can be listed in search results for a broader range of queries if you establish your reputation with Google in a specific topic area. A Search Advocate explains how in a recent hangout.
When asked whether it is good practice to cover related topics in order to rank well for a specific topic, Search Advocate John Mueller responded that it is “always useful” to add content to your website that covers contextually relevant topics....
Read MoreNov 10
Ten Ways to Diversify the Calls to Action on Your Law Firm Website and Help Boost Leads
A call to action (CTA) is any piece of content that encourages the visitor to do something. Most commonly, CTAs are associated with contact buttons, containing language like “Talk to An Attorney” or “Schedule a Consultation.”
However, the world of calls to action is much broader than that, and one, monotonous CTA may not work for your whole site. If you simply place links saying “click here” or “submit” all over your pages, do not expect to sit back and...
Read MoreOct 29
Should lawyers offer free consultations?
Many lawyers feel conflicted about whether to offer free consultations or to charge a fee. On the one hand, free consultations are a great way to attract potential clients by providing them with the security of deciding who to hire before having to pay fees. It’s a good way to get people into your office, which gives you the chance to stand out above your competitors. But on the other hand, time is money. If you or your staff...
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