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How Law Firms Are Using CTV Ads to Drive More Leads

By Marc Apple   ●    April 19, 2025   ●   3 min read

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TL:DR Law firms are turning to Connected TV and cross-device retargeting to reach potential clients more effectively than traditional advertising.

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Standing out in a crowded legal market takes more than just having a strong website and a few search ads. Law firms are finding success with Connected TV (CTV) advertising and cross-device retargeting to reach potential clients with greater precision.

This approach uses streaming video ads along with digital follow-up across devices to keep your firm top-of-mind. It’s a modern take on legal marketing that’s working.

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Traditional television ads are expensive and don’t offer much control

Why More Law Firms Are Using CTV

Traditional television ads are expensive and don’t offer much control. With CTV, your law firm can advertise during streaming content your audience is already watching—like live sports or popular shows on Hulu, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV.

This improves visibility to the people most likely to need your services. One regional firm added live sports to their CTV campaign and saw an 11% increase in web conversions in just two months.

Cross-Device Retargeting Keeps You in Front of Potential Clients

One ad isn’t always enough. Cross-device retargeting ensures that after someone sees your CTV ad, they’ll be reminded of your firm across their devices—on news sites, social media, or mobile apps.

This is based on actual viewing behavior and helps maintain awareness as people consider their legal options. A personal injury firm using this approach averaged 30 qualified leads and 10 form submissions per month—and experienced a 125% increase in phone calls.

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Cross-device retargeting ensures that after someone sees your CTV ad, they’ll be reminded of your firm across their devices

Targeting That Matches Your Practice Area

Every law firm serves a different kind of client. Your advertising should reflect that.

We combine several strategies to make sure your message gets to the right people:

  • Behavioral targeting: Reaching users actively searching for legal services
  • Geofencing: Ads shown around places like trauma centers and repair shops
  • Contextual targeting: Based on online activity related to legal topics
  • Website retargeting: Focusing on people who’ve already visited your site

All targeting is privacy-compliant and customized to your geographic area.

Results from Law Firms in the Field

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Download two cases studies to learn more below

Live Sports Strategy for a Regional Law Firm
This firm initially used standard CTV targeting, but added live sports inventory like March Madness and WNBA coverage. Conversions jumped from 6,687 to 7,403 over two months. Download the case study.

CTV Rollout for Chattanooga Personal Injury Firm
After relying on traditional TV for 25 years, this firm transitioned fully to CTV. With the right audience targeting and retargeting around auto shops, they saw a 125% rise in calls and consistent monthly lead flow. Download the case study.

Transparent Tracking and Reporting

CTV campaigns come with full tracking capabilities. We monitor:

  • Website visits from ad exposure
  • Phone calls and form fills linked to the campaign
  • Follow-up actions on search engines and social media

You’ll have access to performance data to better understand what’s resonating with your audience.

Interested in Exploring CTV for Your Firm?

Get a Free Internet Marketing Strategy Evaluation
If you’re considering adding CTV and retargeting to your marketing mix—or want a fresh perspective on your current efforts—we’d be glad to take a look. Schedule your free strategy session to see what’s possible.

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CTV campaigns come with full tracking capabilities

FAQ About Law Firm CTV Advertising

What is Connected TV (CTV) and how does it help law firms?
CTV is advertising through streaming platforms like Hulu and Roku. It helps firms appear during content their audience already watches.

What is cross-device retargeting?
It’s a way to follow up with viewers of your CTV ad across their devices, reinforcing your message.

Is CTV cost-effective for smaller firms?
Yes. It offers more control than traditional TV and works within a range of budgets.

How do I track campaign performance?
We track calls, website visits, and form submissions tied to your ads.

Can this support my current marketing strategy?
Yes. CTV works alongside SEO, PPC, and social media efforts.

Are campaigns compliant with legal advertising regulations?
Yes. All campaigns follow state and local rules, including for sensitive targeting areas.

When will I begin to see results?
Most law firms begin to see increased engagement within 30 to 60 days.

Can I choose specific areas to target?
Yes. We can tailor campaigns by region, interests, and online behavior.

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Marc Apple
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Marc Apple is a Legal Marketing Expert and Author of The Legal Marketing Playbook, an Amazon #1 Best Seller in the Legal Marketing category. He is a Partner and Founder of Forward Push Law Firm Marketing, an Inc. 5000 award winning agency, dedicated to helping law firms grow their practices through strategic marketing and advertising. With a background in Fortune 500 marketing, his expertise in integrated marketing strategies has helped countless attorneys and law firms build a strong online presence, expand their client base, and increase their revenue.