Law Firm Social Media

Social Media for Law Firms

Prospective clients are vetting attorneys on LinkedIn, reading firm updates on Facebook, and assessing culture on Instagram before ever picking up the phone. We turn your social presence into a client acquisition channel.

Social media marketing strategy for law firms across multiple platforms
Legal Marketing Strategy

Why Law Firms Can No Longer Ignore Social Media

The legal industry has shifted. Social media marketing for law firms is no longer optional. It is a competitive requirement for firms that want to grow.

The Opportunity Most Firms Are Missing

72% of consumers use social media when making decisions about hiring professional services, including legal representation. Your social presence is your first impression.

Attorney referral networks now operate across social media. Other lawyers, financial advisors, and real estate professionals share connections on LinkedIn, discover firms through Instagram, engage on X (Twitter), and recommend practices they follow online.

While firms pour budgets into pay-per-click ads with rising costs, social media provides an organic channel to build lasting brand equity. A well-executed social media strategy generates case inquiries at a fraction of the cost of paid search, while simultaneously strengthening attorney personal brands and firm reputation.

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The Data

Social Media by the Numbers

84%

of law firms have generated leads through social media when using a strategic, platform-specific approach.

67%

of consumers say social media influences their choice of attorney, making it a critical part of the decision journey.

45%

lower cost per lead compared to paid search, making social media one of the most efficient legal marketing channels.

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Content Strategy

Content That Builds Authority and Drives Case Inquiries

Our content framework for law firms balances educational value, thought leadership, and conversion-oriented posts, all within the boundaries of bar association advertising rules.

Educational Content

Position your attorneys as trusted advisors by breaking down complex legal topics into accessible content. "Know your rights" posts, FAQ series, and legislative updates drive engagement and establish expertise without crossing into legal advice territory.

Thought Leadership

Long-form LinkedIn articles, commentary on recent court decisions, and industry analysis showcase deep expertise. This content attracts referral sources and positions your firm for high-value cases.

Firm Culture & Brand

People hire people, not logos. Showcasing attorney personalities, team events, community involvement, and pro bono work humanizes your firm and builds emotional connection with prospective clients.

Conversion Content

Strategic calls-to-action, case results (where permitted), client testimonials, and consultation offers drive actual business from your social audience. This content converts followers into paying clients.

Bar Compliance

Social Media Compliance for Legal Marketing

ABA Model Rules Compliance

We ensure all social media content adheres to ABA Model Rules 7.1 through 7.3 governing attorney advertising. This includes prohibitions on false or misleading communications, requirements for disclaimers on case results, and restrictions on solicitation.

State-Specific Rules

Bar advertising rules vary significantly by state. We research and comply with the specific regulations in every jurisdiction where your firm is licensed, including rules that are stricter than ABA standards.

Confidentiality Protection

Attorney-client privilege and confidentiality obligations extend to social media. We implement strict protocols to ensure no client information is ever disclosed without proper written consent and appropriate anonymization.

Legal compliance review and bar advertising rules for social media
What You Get

Complete Social Media Management for Law Firms

Custom Social Media Strategy covering target audiences, platform selection, content pillars, and competitive positioning
Attorney LinkedIn Profile Optimization with full overhauls for key attorneys to maximize visibility and credibility
Community Management with daily monitoring, engagement, review management, and referral source outreach
Thought Leadership Content with monthly long-form articles ghostwritten for your lead attorneys
Bar-Compliant Review Process ensuring every post meets ABA Model Rules and state-specific requirements
Paid Social Campaigns with targeted Facebook and LinkedIn advertising for specific practice areas
Monthly Performance Reporting with engagement, reach, follower growth, and lead attribution analytics
Social media performance dashboard showing engagement and lead metrics
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Common Questions

Social Media for Law Firms FAQ

Yes. Social media marketing for law firms generates measurable results when executed strategically. The key is platform selection matched to your practice area and audience. A corporate law firm on LinkedIn operates very differently from a personal injury firm on Facebook, but both can generate significant returns. Our law firm clients typically see their first qualified social media leads within 60-90 days.
We build compliance into every stage of our content creation process. Our team is trained on ABA Model Rules 7.1-7.3 and researches the specific bar advertising rules for every jurisdiction where your firm is licensed. Every post goes through a multi-step review process including attorney approval before publishing.
It depends on your practice area and target clients. LinkedIn is essential for business-focused firms. Facebook is highly effective for consumer-facing practice areas. Instagram works well for firm branding and younger demographics. We recommend starting with one or two platforms done exceptionally well rather than spreading across five with mediocre results.
Minimal. We handle strategy, content creation, scheduling, community management, and reporting. Attorneys typically need about 15-30 minutes per week reviewing and approving content, plus any optional personal engagement on their individual profiles. Our goal is to generate results without taking attorneys away from billable work.
Absolutely. Individual attorney profiles often outperform firm pages on LinkedIn because the algorithm favors personal content. We optimize profiles, ghostwrite posts that reflect each attorney's voice and expertise, and build engagement strategies that expand their professional networks.
We track both leading and lagging indicators. Leading indicators include engagement rates, follower growth, and website traffic from social. Lagging indicators include consultation requests, qualified leads, and estimated case value from social-originated clients. We use UTM tracking, call tracking, and intake form attribution to tie social media activity directly to revenue.
In months 1-2, expect improved profile optimization and growing engagement metrics. By months 3-4, most firms see measurable increases in website traffic from social sources and their first direct inquiries. By months 5-6, clients typically report a steady stream of qualified leads, with social becoming a reliable part of their client acquisition mix.