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What Is White Labelling in Legal Marketing? Risks for Law Firms

What Is White Labelling in Legal Marketing? An illustration showing how agencies that white label their services operate

What Is White Labelling — And Why It Matters for Law Firms Choosing a Marketing Agency? With hundreds, if not thousands, of marketing agencies targeting law firms across England and Wales, choosing the right partner can be difficult. One concept that is rarely explained, but can have a significant impact on results, is white labelling. […]

Start a Law Firm Guide (4th Edition)

Introducing the 4th Edition of Our Start a Law Firm Guide & Checklist Starting a law firm in England and Wales is a complex process. From SRA authorisation and Professional Indemnity Insurance to compliance, structure, and client acquisition, there are multiple stages that often overlap and require careful coordination. Over the years, our experts and […]

A Week in London: Meeting Law Firm Clients & Sharing Insights

A Week in London: Meeting Law Firm Clients & Sharing Insights

Our Team Visits London: Catching Up with Clients, Creativity, and Conversations Earlier this month, our CEO Joel and COO Ewelina headed to London for a productive few days of client meetings. The trip gave us the opportunity to catch up with both long-standing clients and those who have recently joined us, to see how their […]

Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO) for Law Firms | Insights & Practical Advice

A Venn diagram showing where SEO and GEO overlap (high-quality content, E-E-A-T, user intent) and where they differ.

Generative Engine Optimisation for Law Firms: What We Know So Far SEO is changing rapidly. With AI tools like ChatGPT, Google AI Search, and Perplexity becoming mainstream, we’re entering a new era of search – Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO). GEO is the practice of optimising legal content for AI-driven engines, which work differently from traditional […]

Is Your Law Firm’s Website Invisible to AI Search? What You Need to Know

Is Your Law Firm’s Website Invisible to AI Search? What You Need to Know

Some hosting providers are now blocking AI crawlers by default, often without warning customers. And that means your website may become invisible to AI-driven search tools. This trend is growing in importance, especially as AI-powered search usage rises in England and Wales. If your website is blocked from AI crawlers, you’re missing out on reaching […]

Law Firm PPC Advertising: A Guide for New Clients

New to PPC Advertising? Read our Guide If you’ve recently decided to invest in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising, congratulations! 🎉  PPC is one of the most effective ways to attract high-quality traffic and grow your law firm in today’s digital age. However, like any marketing strategy, success with PPC requires a solid understanding of how it […]

PPC vs. Print Advertising: the Key Differences

PPC vs. Print Advertising: the Key Differences

PPC vs. Print Advertising: Understanding the Key Differences As a decision-maker or a person responsible for marketing within your law firm looking to generate more work for yourself or your team, you may face a choice: invest in digital advertising, such as Pay-Per-Click (PPC) ads, or go traditional with print ads, for example, in newspapers […]

New Law Firm Website Isn’t Working. What Could Be Wrong?

New Law Firm Website Isn’t Working. What Could Be Wrong?

I’ve Had my Law Firm Website Redesigned Recently But I’m Not Getting More Enquiries. Why? Your law firm has invested in a brand-new website design, expecting it to attract more visitors and generate a surge of enquiries. The design is sleek, modern (or traditional), and visually appealing. However, the influx of potential clients hasn’t materialised, […]

Digital Transformation: How to Overcome the Resistance to Change

Digital Transformation - How to Overcome the Resistance to Change

Law firms have historically relied on tradition and precedent as fundamental supports. However, with the ongoing digital transformation, the need to adapt becomes more apparent. For instance, implementing Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems can streamline client communication and case management processes resulting in improved service. Introducing digital innovations into a law firm may pose challenges, […]

INP and its Significance for Your Law Firm’s Website

INP and its Significance for Your Law Firm's Website

The importance of a well-optimised website cannot be overstated. Aside from serving as a digital business card, your law firm’s website works as a client acquisition tool and a means to connect with potential clients. However, even the most informative and visually appealing website can fall short if it lacks speed. Website speed impacts user […]