Lawyer websites by Joseph Leonard

Suggested pages for every lawyer website

While it may be tempting to overload your website with detailed information, it is important to remember that this content is intended for potential clients. Your website ought to represent your practice while addressing the needs of prospective clients rather than merely expressing your own views.

Write your content with the AIDA marketing principles in mind.

Clients overwhelmingly highlighted the following factors as important when selecting a law firm*:

  • 77% seek insight into a lawyer’s qualifications and expertise (considered the highest priority)
  • 72% desire clarity regarding the types of cases represented
  • 70% look for transparency about the legal process and probable outcomes
  • 66% want an estimate of the overall expenses for their case
    To aid you in creating your own website, focus on providing this information across these crucial pages:

Homepage

Your homepage sets the standard for the experience of your visitors. It should be easy to navigate and visually appealing, using images to break up text, as large text blocks can deter visitors. Incorporate ample white space and include:

  • A central message. A succinct statement in large font that captivates visitors and overlays an eye-catching banner image. Dib’t use a stock image or an image of your city or abstract art. It is best to have an image related to you and your practice. Your staff or office.
  • Don’t talk about you and your firm. Mention a client problem and how you will solve it. The website should be about the potential client.
  • A 2-5 sentence overview of your law firm’s benefits and what differentiates you from the competition. What makes you unique? This should be visible before the initial page loads.
  • Trust indicators. Evidence that supports your credibility, including accolades, certifications, or client testimonials, cas studies.

About page

This page welcomes visitors and introduces you and your legal practice. It adds a personal touch, showcasing your unique perspective and experiences, your story, and what attracts clients to you. Don’t forget to add a professional photo of yourself, your other attorneys, staff, and office. Make it personal.

Services (practice areas) page

Your services page should explicitly outline the legal areas you specialize in and emphasize the tailored, hands-on support you provide as a solo practitioner. Utilize benefit-oriented language that highlights how your expertise and approach directly fulfill client needs, setting you apart from larger, less personalized firms.
This section is excellent for:
Detailing the specific practice areas you cover
Describing how you assist clients in each area
Providing transparent pricing or fee structures (if relevant)
Including a FAQ section to answer common client questions and boost trust
Well-organized and client-focused, this page allows potential clients to quickly understand your value and feel confident in reaching out.

Articles page (aka Blog)

45% percent of solo law firms report gaining clients through the articles that they wrote.

Produce content and resources that are optimized for SEO, demonstrate your expertise, and address urgent client questions. By publishing SEO-friendly content that responds to common legal inquiries and showcases your knowledge, you position yourself as a trusted authority while enhancing your search engine presence.

Consider providing resources such as legal guides, checklists, or ebooks in exchange for contact information. These resources help build credibility, nurture leads, and keep your firm top-of-mind for potential clients when they are ready to hire a lawyer.

Contact us page

Every page needs a Call to Action like 
Telephone Us Now
Get a Free Consultation

That should redirect potential clients to a contact page that includes your

  • Phone number (when clicked, starts the user dialing process)
  • Email (when clicked, start the email application)
  • Google Map with street address showing
  • Contact or Intake form

*Notes: See the Legal Trends Report for more details. LINK

why should a lawyer have an intake form
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