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January 23, 2018

7 Must-Have’s for Your Law Firm’s Website

Whether or not you’re in the office, your website is always on the clock. In many scenarios, your site acts as a potential client’s first impression and introduction to your firm and is often the thing that persuades them to call, or not. You must be able to capture your visitors’ attention and maintain it. Your website is your stage to display your firm’s overall image, goals, and message. While each law firm’s website will be unique, here are seven changes that can take your law firm’s website to the next level.

Responsive Design.

In the digital age we live in, most people do their searches from mobile devices. Whether it is a smart phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop, users expect a good experience on every screen. A responsively designed website adjusts fluidly to fit the screen width of any user’s device.   With responsive design, you do not have to try to anticipate every screen size and program pages accordingly. Instead, your website will adapt to whatever the screen size may be, and offer your users a consistent and hassle-free experience.

In-Depth Bio Pages.

Attorney bio pages are some of the most-visited pages on a firm’s website. People want to feel comfortable in their choice for legal help and one way to nudge them in the right direction, is by incorporating great bio pages. People care about the type of experience and personality of the person, or people, that they will be working with. Sprinkle bios with details about interests, passions, and legal background. Also, don’t be afraid to include personal information. Do not just publish a resume style list. Lists are not memorable and resumes do not make an emotional connection.

Easy-to-Find Contact Information.

If someone is visiting your website, it is to either find information on your firm, and/or to hire a lawyer. It may sound trivial, but if a potential client must work to find your contact information, they may just move onto the next. Make that transaction easy, and reap the benefits.

Simplicity.

Too much visual stimulation is stressful. To keep your website from looking cluttered, stick too two fonts (maximum) and don’t underestimate the importance of breaks in text. Breaking up long paragraphs with sub-headings or bullets, can make your website easier to navigate and easier to read. Same rules apply to color. Too many colors will make your site look sloppy and unprofessional. Choose one dominant color and create a palette based on that.

Distinct Calls to Action.

To have this, you must identify the primary function you want your website to have. Do you want users to contact you, or is your website more of a tool to confirm experience and credentials? Whatever the goal, make it clear and make it easy do.

Reviews.

Social proof is a powerful influencer. If a potential client is not so sure who to hire, their decision may lie with whoever offers a more positive overall experience. What better way to do that than with reviews that potential clients can reference. If you have client testimonials, post them on relevant practice area and bio pages and encourage previous clients to post Google reviews.

Professional Photography.

Use photography to give users an authentic sense of your firm. Professional photography helps your website look polished and professional. It’s time to toss the generic empty courtrooms and showcase your firm’s personality.