If you’re a legal business development or marketing professional, you’ve probably felt the frustration of not having direct access to the existing clients you’re trying to engage or the prospects you’re aiming to secure as new clients. It’s like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. How do you create the perfect pitch when you don’t know exactly what the client needs? How do you build relationships when you can’t even get in the same room? These are real challenges but they’re not impossible to overcome.
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How Lawyers Can Start Posting on LinkedIn with Confidence
A lawyer recently shared a common hesitation with me about why he hasn’t posted on LinkedIn yet. He said: “I’m not sure why I’ve never posted on LinkedIn, but it’s…
How to Elevate Your Social Media Presence This September
Whether you’re looking to highlight your firm’s achievements, offer valuable legal insights or show the human side of your practice, September is full of opportunities to make your social media presence stand out. Here’s a guide to help you leverage key holidays, industry news and creative content ideas to boost your law firm’s online engagement this month.…
How to Boost Your Law Firm’s Visibility with Local SEO
If your law firm is looking to attract more local clients, improving your website’s local search engine optimization (SEO) is key. Local SEO is all about optimizing your online presence…
Email Marketing: The Secret Weapon for Building Strong Client Relationships
Just because you’ve created a great article, blog post or are hosting a timely webinar, there’s no guarantee people will see it. The idea that “if you build it, they will come” doesn’t always hold true in marketing. You need to actively promote your content and that’s where email marketing comes in.…
Make August Count: 15 Essential Marketing Strategies to Build Your Brand and Business
August might seem like a quiet month, but it’s actually a great time to boost your marketing efforts. Instead of taking it easy, use this month to fine tune your branding and expand your business reach. Here are 15 practical marketing actions you can take in August that will pay off now and set you up for success later.…
10 Things Legal Marketers Would Win a Gold Medal in if They Were an Olympic Sport
I’ve been very influenced by the Olympics lately (including the fact that I almost bought a pommel horse the other night from Amazon) and it got me thinking about how much legal marketers do that is truly medal-worthy. Here are some of the things that came to mind for me, what would you add to my list?…
Mastering the Ask: How Lawyers Can Turn Contacts Into Clients
Asking for business is a crucial skill that many lawyers struggle with when it comes to building their practice. You’ve likely spent countless hours and resources developing a vast network of contacts, nurturing relationships, and building trust. Yet, despite all this effort, new business opportunities can still feel elusive. It’s frustrating to see all that hard work not translating into tangible results. The reality is that if you never ask for the business, all your time and energy might go to waste.…
Strategies for Law Firms to Improve Their Vault Rankings and Why It Matters
The Vault Law 100 rankings hold significant weight in the legal industry, serving as a benchmark for the prestige and reputation of law firms across the country. These rankings are based on the assessments of more than 20,000 associates from peer firms, who rate the prestige of firms other than their own on a scale of 1 to 10. For law firms, improving their Vault ranking is not just about gaining bragging rights; it’s about attracting top talent and positioning themselves as leaders in the legal field.
How to Effectively Integrate New Lateral Hires Using Marketing
Bringing a new lateral into your law firm is a major investment, and it’s important to get it right for both the new hire and the firm. A solid marketing plan is key to making sure their transition is smooth and successful. Effective marketing helps the new lateral establish their presence, build their network, and become a valuable asset to the firm and the industry. This means updating profiles, using social media smartly, connecting with clients and industry contacts, and continuous business development. Here’s a detailed plan with actionable steps to help you get started and ensure your new hire’s success.…