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Law firm SEO hiring scorecard

Eight questions to ask every agency, with a score sheet for comparing up to three.

Most firms hire an SEO company after a referral and a good sales call. This scorecard lets you ask every agency the same eight questions and compare the answers side by side.

Scorecard comparing three SEO agencies question by question, with a total for each

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    What's inside

    • Scorecard
    • What a good answer sounds like
    • Contract checklist and red flags

    Who it's for

    Managing partners, firm administrators, and marketing directors comparing agencies.

    Common questions

    Can an agency guarantee rankings?

    No. Treat a guarantee as a warning sign.

    What should the firm own?

    The website, domain, Google Business Profile, analytics, ad accounts, and all content.

    Is this legal advice?

    No. Check your state bar's advertising rules.

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