How do legal consumers find you, the attorney they want to hire? What tools do they use to research lawyers? How quickly do they make their hiring decisions? Our report, “Understanding the Legal Consumer,” delves into the state of legal hiring by consumers in 2020. The research, comprising responses from more than 3000 consumers, reveals…Read More
This article focuses on the consumer data referenced in our research report: 7 Best Practices for Attorneys Adapting to COVID-19. How are clients and those looking to hire an attorney behaving since the COVID-19 pandemic? In late April and early May, we surveyed approximately 2,400 visitors to several Nolo network sites, including AllLaw.com, CriminalDefenseLawyer.com, DrivingLaws.org,…Read More
Martindale-Avvo surveyed attorneys to gain insight into how they are managing during the COVID-19 pandemic. As states begin reopening, attorneys are adapting to the new reality, complete with safety protocols, shifting practice areas, and declining revenues. These are the main takeaways. Revenues Are Down for Most In the survey, we asked 210 of you about…Read More
Social distancing implemented to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus has caused significant economic consequences. Local shutdowns have led to unprecedented unemployment and have caused many businesses to close permanently. These impacts are becoming visible as consumers change their browsing behavior across Nolo.com and other Martindale-Avvo sites. Real Estate Legal consumers spending more time…Read More
To understand how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting the legal system, we surveyed attorneys and laypeople looking for legal help. Here’s what we found, and what we think lawyers should do for commercial success in a new era. 1. Embrace Virtual Communication2. Secure Your Workspaces3. Streamline Your Practice4. Pivot Your Practice5. Establish a Strong Online…Read More
How are members of your profession using online tools to market their firms? Do your clients prefer texting to a phone call? Are your online reviews reflecting the best you? Are you following up quickly when a client does reach out? Our report, “The State of Online Legal Marketing 2019,” delves into the assumptions and…Read More
The Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System (IAALS) partnered with Avvo to analyze 2,232 reviews from registered Avvo consumers to determine what clients want from their attorneys. The resulting 32-page report, Think Like a Client published today, gives attorneys a thorough understanding of what clients want and expect from them. The report,…Read More
What do prospective clients value in an attorney? Are they more interested in your online reviews or your fee schedule? How quickly do they make the decision to hire an attorney and how much do they expect to pay for the resolution of their legal matter? Our report, “Hiring an Attorney 2019,” delves into the…Read More
If you’re serious about increasing your revenue, then forming a thoughtful growth strategy and dedicating a portion of the marketing budget to digital advertising and web development may maximize your efforts. Once you get traffic to your site, having a good communication strategy can help your prospects decide if you are the company that they…Read More
Work-life balance is critical to both personal health and happiness, and yet, for many Americans, it feels out of reach. Lawyers, in particular, lead jam-packed professional lives. In addition to client meetings, they dedicate dozens of hours each week to administrative tasks and business development. Martindale-Avvo’s 2019 Attorney Compensation Survey Report reveals that, although most…Read More
