For most attorneys who provide legal services to members of the general public, it is important to demonstrate that they have the knowledge and experience needed to address people’s issues and concerns. Even though many lawyers rely on word of mouth, referrals, and ongoing relationships with existing clients, they may also need to find ways to reach out to those who need the services they provide and show that they are the right choice to meet specific legal needs. Fortunately, in today’s connected world, attorneys have more opportunities than ever to connect with people who are looking for legal services.
Connecting With Clients Online
Lawyers have a variety of digital tools they can use to promote themselves and encourage people to reach out to them, including:
-
Website contact forms - A law firm’s website can provide potential clients with a wealth of information about the laws that affect them, the issues they may need to address, and how an attorney can help meet their needs. By making it easy for people to submit their contact information and request a consultation, a lawyer can encourage people to reach out to them after learning about their firm.
-
Click-to-chat - Websites may provide potential clients with the ability to chat with a live person to get answers to their questions, ensure that an attorney can address their needs, and arrange a consultation to discuss their legal issues.
-
Social media - Websites and apps such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok allow an attorney to interact directly with people who have legal questions or need to address specific issues. By demonstrating their knowledge of the law, a lawyer can encourage people to contact them to get legal help.
-
Online advertising - There are multiple options for purchasing ads that will be shown to people who are searching for specific legal services. Pay-per-click ads can be especially helpful for connecting with clients, and many of these ads offer the ability for people to directly call a law firm or send messages to an attorney.
-
Attorney directories - Websites such as Elite Lawyer recognize attorneys who have the experience needed to meet clients’ needs. Inclusion in the Elite Lawyer directory is a sign that a lawyer has demonstrated excellence and can provide high-quality legal services. People who are searching for legal help can find information about the services an attorney can provide, and directories offer information about how a person can contact a law firm to get legal help.
Learn More About the Elite Lawyer Directory
At Elite Lawyer, we work to help attorneys demonstrate the value of their legal services, and we provide tools to help them connect with clients through multiple different channels. If you want to know more about the benefits you can receive as an attorney through the Elite Lawyer directory, please contact us. If you are interested in becoming an Elite Lawyer, you can learn more about our selection process, or you can nominate a colleague for the Elite Lawyer award.