How to Market Without Violating the State Bar

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? In this episode, Marc Cerniglia reveals how personal injury firms can stop wasting time on generic blog posts and start creating content that actually attracts clients. It’s not about writing for search engines — it’s about writing for real people with real questions. Marc explains how to identify the situations your clients are in, the questions they’re asking, and the content that helps you show up as the trusted expert they need when it matters most.📌 Key Takeaways:The best blog topics come directly from your clients’ real-life questions.Writing for situations and emotions beats writing for keywords every time.Great blog content also helps referral sources know when to send clients your way.📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? In this episode, Marc Cerniglia breaks down the misunderstood world of content marketing and reveals why its real value goes far beyond generating leads. Most law firms only see a fraction of the referrals, repeat business, and authority they could be getting — all because they’re measuring the wrong things. Marc explains how to uncover the true ROI of your firm’s content marketing and use it to attract better clients, charge what you’re worth, and make your other marketing work even harder.📌 Key Takeaways:The biggest ROI from content marketing comes from your existing network.Credibility and reputation are what make your firm more profitable — not just more visible.Content marketing multiplies the impact of your ads, SEO, and other efforts.📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? In this episode, Marc Cerniglia shares insights from 15 years of law firm marketing experience and breaks down how to promote your firm confidently without crossing ethical lines. From understanding your state bar’s intent to using smart, compliant strategies that still get attention, Marc explains how to balance creativity and caution in your marketing — so you can stand out and stay out of trouble.📌 Key Takeaways:Why understanding your state bar’s intent matters more than the letter of the law.How to play in the “gray area” safely without risking violations.Practical examples of compliant yet effective marketing strategies.📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? 📊 Most law firms track the wrong numbers when it comes to content marketing — focusing on likes, clicks, and views instead of the metrics that actually move the needle. In this episode, Marc Cerniglia, Co-Founder of Spotlight Marketing + Branding, breaks down how to identify the real KPIs that show whether your marketing is working, and how to connect them directly to growth, referrals, and higher-value clients.📌 Key Takeaways:The difference between vanity metrics and meaningful KPIs.How to connect your content marketing to real business results.Why tracking referrals and brand authority beats tracking clicks.📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? 🎯 Every small law firm wants to grow, but most skip the foundational steps that actually make marketing work. In this episode, Marc Cerniglia, Co-Founder of Spotlight Marketing + Branding, breaks down the two-phase marketing strategy that every successful firm needs to follow — from building credibility and staying top-of-mind with your network to running ads that actually convert.📌 Key Takeaways:Why content marketing is the foundation for every other marketing effort.How to nurture referrals and repeat clients through consistent visibility.The second phase of marketing that turns awareness into real consultations.📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? 🎯 Many lawyers assume only an attorney can write a legal blog — but Eddie is here to flip that idea on its head. In this Best Of episode, he explains why effective legal content isn’t about “sounding smart,” it’s about connecting with readers. Learn how non-lawyer writers can craft blogs that attract clients, build trust, and highlight your expertise — without ever quoting a statute.📌 Key Takeaways:Why your blog readers care more about connection than credentialsHow writing at an 8th-grade level actually boosts conversionsThe mindset shift that turns legal blogs into client-generating tools📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? 🏠 In this “Best Of” episode, attorney Lisandra Matos of the Matos Law Firm shares how genuine hospitality and personal connection shape every client experience. From offering coffee to welcoming entire families into the conference room, she explains why the feeling you create in your office can matter more than any marketing message.📌 Key Takeaways:A welcoming atmosphere builds instant trust.Clients remember how you make them feel, not just what you say.Treating clients like family turns one-time cases into lasting relationships.📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? 🎥 In this “Best Of” episode, attorney Jeff Hampton shares how YouTube became the foundation of his law firm’s marketing strategy. He breaks down why short videos on TikTok and Instagram only go so far—and how long-form YouTube content builds true authority and trust with your audience. Tune in to discover why mastering one platform might be the smartest move your firm can make.📌 Key Takeaways:Short videos create visibility—but not trust.Long-form YouTube content turns viewers into loyal followers.Focusing on one platform can grow your law firm faster than spreading thin across many.📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? 📧 Many lawyers assume email marketing has lost its power — but the data tells a very different story. In this Best Of episode, Mike and Jana dive into why email is still one of the most effective tools for law firms, how often people are actually checking their inboxes, and why ignoring email could mean leaving easy growth on the table.📌 Key Takeaways:The surprising engagement stats that prove email isn’t dead.Why law firm newsletters still deliver major ROI.How to use email as a cost-effective growth tool for small firms.📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok

Did you like this episode? Dislike it? 📈 Many law firms rely on free consultations as their main call-to-action, but that’s a high-threshold offer that scares away potential clients. In this Best Of episode, Mike and Eddie reveal why content marketing is the key to lowering the barrier, building trust, and getting prospects to say “yes” before they’re ready to commit to a consultation. Discover how a shift in your offers can make your entire marketing strategy more effective.📌 Key Takeaways:Why free consultations can actually drive prospects away.The difference between high-threshold and low-threshold offers.How content turns cold leads into warm prospects.📆 Schedule Your Strategy Session📱You can check out the video component by following us here onInstagram or TikTok