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T.H.E.M. TECHNIQUE – An Effective Strategy for Responding to Online Reviews
In an age when online reviews increasingly influence consumer behavior, ignoring them or responding critically can have a negative impact on your business. When done right, responding to online reviews is an effective way to build goodwill with clients and prospects. Discover four effective techniques for turning online reviews into positive opportunities with this instructive infographic.
MARTINDALE-HUBBELL CONGRATULATES OUR NEW AV PREEMINENT PEER RATED ATTORNEYS 9/25/17
Martindale-Hubbell is proud to announce that the following attorneys have achieved a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, awarded to only those lawyers with the highest ethical standards and professional ability. Congratulations to: Allen A. Drexel of Drexel LLC Angela Elsperger Lord of Vogel Law Firm Ashley D. Cleek of Rainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell,…Read More
Martindale-Hubbell Announces Client Champion Awards
We are excited to announce today the launch of our new Client Champion awards, an exclusive recognition that demonstrates an attorney’s commitment to client service based on the quantity and quality of their scores on Martindale-Hubbell client reviews. Fewer than 1% of all attorneys have qualified to receive the award. We recognize these attorneys because…Read More
How Many Leads to Your First Client
Have you ever wondered how many leads it takes to close a new client? Ask no more! Martindale-Nolo surveyed 1,557 new clients to determine the average number of days and leads it took before they closed their first client. Also, be on the lookout for our new lead nurturing guide, Guide to Nurturing Law Firm…Read More
Ethics for attorneys in the age of social media
While some attorneys still swear by television, billboard, and snail-mail advertising, it is impossible to deny that the internet and social media are extremely effective vehicles for advertising your legal services. The immediate access to an attentive audience online is too valuable to ignore, but it is important to consider the ethical pitfalls that can…Read More
How a Virtual Receptionist Can Help
Have you seriously considered your availability and ability to receive incoming phone calls – especially those from potential clients? Have you ever considered a lead generation service, but just can’t imagine being able to answer even more calls? Has the thought of hiring someone seemed too expensive? Fortunately, using a virtual receptionist service can be…Read More
Four tips to make time for pro bono and volunteer work
Pro bono work is on the mind of most lawyers—even if they don’t always have time to follow through with their good intentions. Here are a few tips on finding the time for pro bono work. You’ll be glad you did.
The Power of Texting for Lawyers and Law Firms
Amazingly, 81% of Americans text regularly, and over 560 billion text messages are sent every month![1] This is not a fad. These texts represent an ever-growing form of communication for a quick and hassle-free communication. So how does texting help attorneys? Let’s break it down. An article published by Ring Central found that 32% of texters…Read More
The original legal innovators: Bates v. State Bar of Arizona
Legal advertising and marketing have come a long way since Bates v. Arizona and a number of cases have subsequently clarified, limited and even expanded that landmark ruling 40 years ago.
Reviews are more important than ever to Google
Online marketing would be much less complicated if companies like Google told businesses exactly how their algorithm determines the order of their search results. Until that very unlikely event takes place, law firms need to look to industry experts to determine how best to take advantage of Google to help their practice succeed. One of…Read More
The Four Buying Habits Series: The Spontaneous Buyer
When making a purchase or seeking a professional service, individuals can be reliably categorized into one of four groups that describe their “buying habits.” These buying habits dictate the way in which the person makes decisions (logically or emotionally) and the speed at which they commit to a major purchase that will impact their lives….Read More
Social Media Do’s & Don’ts for Lawyers
With the rise of social media platforms and the ease with which we can post and share information, the more professionals, and more specifically lawyers, must be cautious about the kind of information they are sharing. Here are some practical do’s and don’ts for lawyers to adhere to so as to get the most out…Read More