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The Briefing: The Future of TV? A 2025 Digital Media Trends Analysis
We have been noticing a couple of emerging trends here at The Modern Firm. First, we have noticed our clients have begun to get “referrals” from AI models like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Microsoft CoPilot, and Google’s Search...more
Google’s June 2025 core algorithm update rolled out from June 30 through July 17, bringing noticeable changes to search rankings across various industries, including legal. What Did the June 2025 Algorithm Update Focus On? In...more
Is your firm unknowingly surrendering potential clients to its competitors? Prospects are online everyday researching the legal services they need, but if your pages aren’t appearing for the keywords they query, they’re...more
Here’s a reality check that might sting: while 70% of attorneys believe referrals are their greatest channel for new business, only 30% of in-house counsel actually refer their primary law firm to peers. This massive...more
Your corporate law firm’s website dominates Google for relevant terms like “securities litigation attorney,” but when a General Counsel asks AI for whistleblower guidance, your decades of expertise might as well be invisible....more
If you haven’t tried ChatGPT yet, you’re missing out! It’s a powerful tool that can be used to save time across a variety of tasks. Is content creation one of the things that ChatGPT is useful for? While some people suggest...more
As Google’s AI Overviews (AIO) continue to evolve, the data is clear: YouTube is becoming an increasingly important source of traffic. With more complex search queries driving users to video content, especially from YouTube,...more
Will a small SEO budget even make a difference? Can you get any real ROI, or will it just be money down the drain? Many law firms begin with lower-cost SEO packages only to wind up frustrated when their expectations don’t...more
You’ve put in the time, effort, and resources, but your marketing still isn’t delivering the results you expected. Sound familiar? Don’t worry—you’re not alone. Before you start overhauling everything, let’s take a beat and...more
After putting time and effort into building your website and optimizing its content, it’s frustrating when your pages still land on the second or third page of search results. That’s where search engine positioning (SEP) can...more
In August 2022, Google launched a transformative update to its search ranking algorithm called the Helpful Content Update. This update has since become a game changer for SEO and those working in the legal industry. As the...more
Have you ever wondered why your law firm’s site isn’t generating more traffic? It could be because you haven’t fully embraced mobile SEO—the process of optimizing your website to rank higher on search engine results pages...more
Law firms are fixated on it, your clients don’t know it exists—meet search volume, one of the most misunderstood aspects of SEO. Search volume is just one tool in your SEO toolkit. It’s a tricky tool, too, with inaccurate...more
Standing out in search engine results is crucial in the highly competitive legal industry. While many firms focus on broad keywords like “lawyer” or “legal services,” the real magic often lies in long-tail keywords. These...more
Introduction to Google Search Quality Rating Guidelines - Google’s Search Quality Rating Guidelines are a set of criteria used to evaluate the quality of web pages and ensure that users find the most relevant and trustworthy...more
In the legal industry, where every client matters, having a robust online presence can set your law firm apart from the rest. The secret to achieving this? Effective keyword research. By understanding and implementing...more
In the competitive world of legal services, one of the most effective ways to increase your law firm’s online visibility and attract potential clients is through search engine optimization (SEO). One of the most beneficial...more
The best kept secret in content strategy is that you can drive additional traffic by simply improving and updating your existing content. A rewrite can be a highly valuable, highly underrated contribution to your SEO—if...more
With Google constantly updating its search algorithms, staying ahead of the curve is more important than ever. Recently, Google has introduced significant changes aimed at tackling spammy, low-quality content on Search. But...more
Successful SEO content should act as a guide – not just around your website, but for users on their specific journey to answers and solutions. Visitors to your law firm’s website arrive with different intentions and levels of...more
The landscape of online search is constantly evolving, and one of the most significant recent developments is the rise of zero-click searches. Essentially, these are search results where Google provides the answer directly on...more
SEO is one of the most essential factors for successful digital marketing. Domain authority is a big component of SEO, as it measures how authoritative a website’s content is and search engines use that information to...more
Google’s latest update now showcases your social media posts directly on your Business Profile. This means more exposure, more engagement and more opportunities for your business. Your social media presence is critical for...more
Google tries to connect searchers with the services they want. But when you want a lawyer and not a cheeseburger, Google doesn’t always do what it’s supposed to do....more
The digital land rush for online visibility has law firms across the globe recalibrating their SEO strategies. In 2024, the search engine optimization (SEO) landscape is witnessing an unprecedented transformation, thanks to...more