Law firms defer to paid search because it delivers quick and reliable results for their high ticket services. As a result, the legal sector features some of the highest CPCs on the market due to fierce competition. With CPCs high as $1,000 and averaging $6.75 per keyword, sustained paid search advertising takes deep pockets.
Surprisingly, you don't have to go down this path to conquer the market. A simple change of tactics can improve your conversion rates without draining your marketing budget. You can easily trounce the competition and generate quality leads by becoming Google Screened.
Google Screened is a green checkmark that appears next to your law firm's name on Local Service Listing. It is a badge of trust earned by professional services that pass the rigorous vetting protocol. The option is available to select professions, including law, and not every law firm is eligible for the program.
Attaining this badge of trust from Google comes with one distinct, game-changing advantage. A Google Screened badge allows you to run Local Service Ads (LSAs), which appears at the top of the search results.
These ads appear above the normal Google Ads and only appear when a prospect searches for relevant keywords. Since Local Service Ads is a different service, your firm gets to rank for competitive keywords without dropping a fortune in ad spending.
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While the verification process is simple, it takes a few weeks to earn the Google Screened badge. Through Local Service Ads, Google conducts a background check on the law firm, its owners, and employees.
You'll need to have a current and active certificate of insurance and provide proof of professional, state, or local licenses. You also need a Google rating that's three-star or higher to qualify.
At Prime Legal, we specialize in helping law firms grow their client lists by running efficient online marketing campaigns. We can help your firm earn the coveted Google Screened badge and unleash the power of Local Service Ads. Activating the exclusive LSAs can give you an edge on the market and match you with qualified leads to skyrocket your conversions.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation about getting Google Screened. Our marketing strategist will be happy to answer your questions.