The verdict in three sentences
For a Dakar law firm, a professional showcase website costs between 1,500,000 and 4,000,000 FCFA in 2026, depending on how many practice areas are presented and whether a legal blog is included. The real goal is not aesthetics but qualified lead generation through a secure form and local "lawyer + Dakar" SEO. Budget 5 to 8 weeks of production and an optional monthly SEO spend to dominate local searches.
2026 pricing by tier
A firm does not need a complex site, but one that inspires trust and ranks on Google. Here are the three typical tiers.
| Tier | 2026 price (FCFA) | Content | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 1,500,000 - 2,000,000 | 5 pages, partner bios, form | 5 weeks |
| Growth | 2,200,000 - 3,000,000 | + practice-area pages, blog, analytics | 6-7 weeks |
| Premium | 3,200,000 - 4,000,000 | + advanced SEO, FR/EN, animations, client area | 8 weeks |
The Growth version is the most requested: it covers practice areas (business, real estate, family, criminal) on dedicated pages, each optimized for its keyword.
Legal SEO: the real acquisition lever
In Dakar, a client or business owner searches "business lawyer Dakar" or "divorce lawyer Senegal". Ranking on page one turns the site into a measurable acquisition channel.
| SEO metric | Without optimization | With 2026 SEO |
|---|---|---|
| Average rank "lawyer + specialty + Dakar" | page 3-5 | page 1 (top 5) |
| Qualified leads / month | 1-2 | 8-15 |
| Monthly SEO cost | — | 75,000 - 300,000 FCFA/mo |
| Contact → case conversion rate | ~15 % | ~25 % |
| Cost to acquire a case | high, unmeasured | 30,000 - 80,000 FCFA |
Since an advisory or litigation case often bills several hundred thousand FCFA, the acquisition cost stays very favorable.
Mini case study
Me Diop, partner in a business-law firm at Plateau in Dakar, invests 2,800,000 FCFA in a Growth site with 4 practice-area pages and a legal blog, plus 150,000 FCFA/month of SEO. After 6 months, the firm receives on average 10 qualified leads/month, of which 25 % become cases. At a conservative average fee of 350,000 FCFA per case, that represents ≈ 875,000 FCFA/month of new matters for a monthly SEO cost of 150,000 FCFA. The initial investment is recovered in under two months of incremental activity.
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FAQ
Can a law firm advertise online?
Professional ethics govern communication: a sober, informative, non-solicitous site is fully compliant. We favor expertise and legal information over aggressive promotion.
Is the legal blog worth it?
Yes: publishing 2 articles/month on concrete questions (commercial leases, debt recovery, labor law) captures long-tail searches and positions the firm as an expert. It is the main low-cost SEO engine.
Why a secure form?
Leads contain confidential information. An encrypted form (HTTPS, anti-spam protection, compliant storage) protects professional privilege and the firm's reputation.
Do I need an English version?
Useful if the firm handles international business law or foreign investment. The FR/EN version is part of the Premium tier and broadens the client base to foreign companies operating in Senegal.
How long until my site is ready?
Between 5 and 8 weeks depending on the tier. Starter can ship in 5 weeks if content (bios, photos) is provided quickly.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your practice areas, whether you want a blog and an English version, and an indicative budget — we will define the ideal tier. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
