• Learn How to Create More Effective Ads that Fit Your Budget
    Oct 23 2024

    What if you could transform your legal practice with strategic marketing that doesn't break the bank? On the Marketing Lawcast with James Campbell, we promise to show you how estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys can maximize their marketing budgets through carefully crafted paid advertising strategies. This episode unlocks the secrets to integrating organic marketing with paid efforts, focusing on building trust and meaningful client relationships rather than resorting to aggressive advertising tactics. Learn how to allocate your budget wisely to balance lead generation with low client acquisition costs, ultimately ensuring a high return on investment.

    We also share inspiring success stories from Phil Ruce and Michele Ungvarsky, two attorneys who revolutionized their practices with tailored paid marketing strategies for their local regions. Discover how Phil dramatically reduced his cost per lead and doubled his monthly leads with the help of IMS, and hear Michele's journey of overcoming growth challenges with a strategic SEO overhaul and webinars to pre-qualify leads. Their experiences illustrate the transformative power of strategic paid advertising marketing, offering a roadmap for attorneys looking to elevate their strategies and drive real business growth. Tune in to learn how optimizing your website, leveraging social media, and using smart advertising options like Google Local Service Ads can make a remarkable difference in your practice.

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    33 mins
  • Sales Training for Estate Planning Lawyers: How David Payne Grew His Law Firm to $1.5M
    Aug 28 2024

    Curious about how to pinpoint market opportunities and build a specialized legal practice from the ground up? Join us as we sit down with David Payne, a seasoned estate planning attorney from Southwest Missouri. In this episode, David takes us through his transformative journey from a general practitioner and litigator to becoming a focused estate planning expert. Discover the moment of clarity that led him to this strategic pivot and the invaluable lessons he learned about sales training and maintaining a genuine, client-centered approach while balancing the demands of running a successful business.

    But that's not all! We also delve into the art of building a formidable attorney team. David shares his methods for hiring the right associates, Jeff and Bill, and the importance of aligning their goals with the firm’s vision. Learn how sales training with Integrity Marketing Solutions played a pivotal role in this transition and the unexpected perks of adding new attorneys to the mix, including enhanced client relationships and perceived authority. If you're looking to understand the secrets to achieving a balanced work-life dynamic while growing a robust legal team, this episode is a must-listen!

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    37 mins
  • Dominating Google Rankings for Estate Planning Success
    Aug 21 2024

    Can you imagine your practice consistently attracting the best clients without spending a dime on ads? Join me, James Campbell, as I uncover the secrets of building online authority and why it’s the key to skyrocketing your estate or elder law practice’s success. This second part of our two-part series dives deep into the world of SEO, explaining the vital technical aspects and strategies that can propel your firm to the top of Google rankings. Discover why higher-ranking firms secure the most qualified leads and how earned authority far outweighs paid placements in search results.

    We'll dissect Google’s page one, revealing the critical importance of appearing in the coveted top spots where 84% of all clicks go. Gain insights into the different types of leads and why some are more valuable than others, ensuring you attract the most promising prospects while steering clear of the least fruitful ones. This episode is packed with actionable advice and real-world examples, laying the groundwork for our next session, where actual clients share how increased online authority has transformed their practices and boosted their revenue. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your digital marketing game and drive your practice to unparalleled growth!

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    15 mins
  • Estate Planning: From Lead Inconsistency to $100K Months with SEO
    Aug 14 2024

    What if you could transform your solo estate planning practice and achieve remarkable growth with a few strategic tweaks to your online presence? Join us on this episode of the Marketing Law Cast, where we uncover the story of Shawn, an estate planning attorney who transitioned from California to Texas, encountering numerous challenges along the way. Struggling with inconsistent lead flow and revenue instability, Shawn turned to SEO and building an authoritative online presence. The results were astounding—within months, Shawn was billing up to $100,000 in a single month and closing nearly 80% of his leads. Learn the strategies and techniques that made this possible and how you can apply them to your own practice.

    We delve into actionable insights for maximizing your law firm's online authority, focusing on key elements like optimizing your Google Business Profile, enhancing on-page SEO, managing reviews, and building authoritative backlinks. Discover how to claim and update business citations, leverage automated systems for review management, and create impactful long-form content for reputable media outlets. We'll also discuss the importance of localized content and technical SEO improvements. To take your firm's marketing strategies to the next level, don't forget to book a free strategy call through our website. Tune in for expert advice and real-life success stories that can help you elevate your practice to new heights.

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    16 mins
  • Breaking Through To A 7-Figure Estate Planning Law Firm
    Jul 25 2024

    Curious about how to turn a solo law practice into a multi-million-dollar firm? Join us on the Marketing Lawcast as we sit down with Philip Ruce, an estate attorney from Minneapolis. Philip shares his inspiring story of starting his practice solo in 2014, with the steadfast support of his spouse, and growing it into a thriving firm with five lawyers and five staff, generating $2.5 million annually. His journey from a background in wealth management to becoming Minnesota's highest-rated attorney on Avvo is filled with invaluable lessons on dedication and strategic growth.

    In this episode, we uncover the secrets behind effective marketing strategies for law firms operating on limited budgets. Philip explains how leveraging platforms like Avvo and Google Business reviews can significantly enhance your online presence, even when competing against larger firms. Discover how to automate review requests using tools like Zapier and Pipedrive, and learn about the importance of consistent solicitation to maintain a strong online reputation across multiple office locations. Additionally, we explore the benefits of implementing a tiered membership program to ensure ongoing client support and steady income.

    Philip also delves into the challenges of scaling a law firm and the importance of delegating tasks that drain your energy. He emphasizes focusing on high-value work and aligning roles with team members' strengths to foster innovation and growth. Tune in for practical advice on business development coaching, building strong referral relationships, and the continuous nature of marketing efforts. This episode provides a comprehensive guide for any attorney looking to grow their practice while ensuring client satisfaction and staff security.

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    47 mins
  • Don't Sabotage Your Marketing - Avoid The 3 Mistakes
    May 7 2024

    Estate planning attorneys, are you inadvertently lecturing when you should be diagnosing? Today's episode is your wake-up call, transforming the way you present your services online from a professorial stance to a medical one. We dissect the common error of over-educating potential clients— a trap that could be sapping the urgency and action out of your client interactions. By adopting a problem-solving demeanor, akin to that of a skilled physician identifying and treating a patient's ailments, you'll find the key to unlocking higher conversion rates and drawing in a clientele that's ready to take decisive steps. Plus, we'll reveal why consistent marketing efforts are not just optional, but necessary for the lifeblood of your practice.

    Shifting gears, we get down to brass tacks with the foundational aspects of SEO that will amplify your online presence. Stay tuned as we navigate the terrain of generating unwavering traffic and the art of accumulating those coveted five-star reviews that set you apart in the Google galaxy. From the intricacies of maintaining spot-on business listings to the nuances of crafting backlinks with the finesse of an SEO maestro, we've got you covered. We even pull back the curtain on our bespoke strategy for creating long-form content that doesn't just inform, but magnetically pulls the right audience to your digital doorstep. And let's not forget about sprucing up that Google Business Profile; it's the front door to your virtual firm, and we're here to make sure it shines.

    Grow Value and Sell-ability in Your Firm
    Quid Pro Quo helps lawyers build law firms as a business that have value and can be sold.

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    18 mins
  • Don't Spill Your Candy Providing Unpaid Consulting
    Apr 26 2024

    Are your estate planning consultations leaving your clients befuddled with legal lingo instead of clearly addressing their concerns? Say goodbye to unpaid consulting and hello to truly impactful client connections in this latest episode with your host, James Campbell, Chief Growth Officer at IMS. James uncovers the art of transforming complex legal discussions into meaningful conversations that resonate with your clients' lives and needs. It's not about overwhelming them with knowledge; it's about providing them with the understanding they need to see the value in your services.

    Dive into the heart of client-focused marketing and sales strategies that go beyond giving away free advice. Learn how to craft your expertise into an irresistible package where the perceived value skyrockets, and so does your practice. James breaks down the essentials of striking the right balance between informative and profitable, ensuring your estate planning services are not just heard, but sought after. Join him for these game-changing insights, and don't forget to connect with us for even more ways to enhance your estate planning business.

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    12 mins
  • Webinar Marketing Does Not Suck
    Apr 17 2024

    Webinars: the digital graveyard for marketing, or an untapped goldmine for your law practice? Dispel the myths with me, Jennifer Goddard, as I dissect why your firm's future might just hinge on mastering the online arena. This episode is not your run-of-the-mill pep talk; it's the revelation of a St. Louis law firm's whopping 62% revenue surge, achieved through the alchemy of a fine-tuned web presence and strategic webinar deployment. Buckle up for a tour of digital marketing done right, where the growth of your practice could be a few clicks away.

    Steering clear of the tired seminar circuit, I expose the transformational potential webinars carry for estate planning and elder law firms. From my first-hand account of the industry's evolution, we traverse the journey from print-heavy promotions to the dynamic, limitless digital landscape. Uncover the nuances of a webinar campaign that can expand your client base and fatten your bottom line, without bulking up your team or burning through your budget. Tune in and tune up your firm's digital strategy to ride the wave of innovation that's reshaping legal marketing.

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    12 mins