Marketing agency for divorce & family lawyers

Updated · By the PPC Pros Canada team

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How Google Ads, Local Services Ads and Facebook ads work together for divorce & family lawyers

Family law clients search when they are ready to get advice, so Google Search carries most of the budget. Local Services Ads add verified leads where legal categories are open, and Facebook and YouTube build trust with calm explainer videos.

Google Search ads

Matter-specific campaigns for divorce, custody, support and separation agreements.

Local Services Ads

Legal categories, including family law, are available for LSA in some Canadian markets.

Facebook & Instagram ads

Neutral explainer videos and retargeting, with no wording that implies personal circumstances.

Everything else

Google Business Profile reviews (within law society rules) and YouTube explainers.

Marketing for divorce & family lawyers

Planning marketing for a family law firm

Family law clients often research for a long time, then choose quickly once they decide to act. Google Search captures that moment, while Meta and helpful content keep your firm familiar during the research phase. Reviews and a professional website matter a lot.

January is traditionally a busy month for separation enquiries, which is worth reflecting in budgets.

Research then act

Stay visible, then capture the decision.

Reputation

Reviews and professionalism drive choice.

January peak

Budgets reflect seasonal enquiry patterns.

Where customers see you

Your family law business on every platform

The same customer might see your Facebook ad in March, search Google in April and call from a Local Services Ad in May. Each placement has its own format.

Google Search ad

Your Business

yourbusiness.ca › family-law › consultation

Sponsored

Family & Divorce Lawyers | Confidential Consultation | Custody, Support & Property

Clear advice on separation, divorce, custody and support. Book a confidential consultation with a lawyer.

Example ad. PPC Pros Canada writes and tests several versions for every campaign.

Local Services Ad

SponsoredDivorce & Family Lawyers near Toronto

Your Business

Reviews

Google Verified

Serves Toronto · Open now

10+ years in business

CallMessage

Another business

Reviews

Google Verified

Serves Toronto · Closes 6 PM

3 years in business

CallMessage

Another business

Reviews

Google Verified

Serves Toronto · Open now

5+ years in business

CallMessage

More divorce & family lawyers in Toronto ›

Example layout. Ranking depends on distance, reviews, response rate and hours, not only budget.

Facebook & Instagram ad

Your Business

Sponsored ·

Separation raises a lot of questions about children, support and property. Our family lawyers explain your options clearly in a confidential consultation.

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Instant form

Talk to a family lawyer

Learn more
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Example Facebook feed ad. The same ad runs on Instagram, and the form opens without leaving the app.
Budget

How to split a family law marketing budget

Our suggested starting point for divorce & family lawyers. After the first month, budget moves to whichever channel produces the cheapest booked jobs.

  • Google Search ads 65%

    Matter-specific campaigns for divorce, custody, support and separation agreements.

  • Local Services Ads 15%

    Legal categories, including family law, are available for LSA in some Canadian markets.

  • Facebook & Instagram 20%

    Neutral explainer videos and retargeting, with no wording that implies personal circumstances.

Suggested starting split, adjusted monthly once real cost-per-lead data comes in.

Tracking

What we track for divorce & family lawyers

The same lead actions are tracked across Google Ads, Local Services Ads and Meta, so no channel gets credit for another’s work.

Google Ads Goals › Conversions Example account
Conversion actionCategoryOptimizationStatus
Consultation requests Book appointment Primary Recording conversions
Consultations held Book appointment Primary Recording conversions
Signed retainers Qualified lead Primary Recording conversions
Calls over 60 seconds Phone call lead Secondary Recording conversions
Year plan

A marketing calendar for divorce & family lawyers in Canada

WhenDemandGoogle AdsFacebook & Instagram
Jan–MarPeakMany firms see more enquiries after the holidays. Full budget.Retargeting and booking offers
Apr–JunSteadySteady demand. Test ads and landing pages.Flat-fee uncontested divorce (where offered)
Jul–SepHighAfter summer holidays and before school starts: custody questions rise.Free guide: what to know before separating
Oct–DecSteadyHoliday parenting arrangements and year-end planning.Confidential initial consultation

Marketing for divorce & family lawyers: FAQ

What is the best marketing mix for family lawyers?

Google Search for people ready to hire, Local Services Ads where available, and explainer videos on Facebook and YouTube to build trust.

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