The verdict in three sentences
A law-firm website doesn't need to be luxurious, it needs to be credible, fast and reassuring. In 2026 in Lagos, the fair price runs from 250,000 FCFA for a clean presence to 1,200,000 FCFA and up for a secure client area and multilingual support. The classic trap: paying for a Premium when a Growth at 500,000-800,000 FCFA is plenty for a neighborhood practice.
The three tiers and what they include
The legal profession sells trust. The site must display expertise, make booking easy and protect exchanges. Here is the tier-by-tier grid, scoped for a notary or small firm.
| Tier | 2026 price (FCFA) | Pages | Key features | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 250,000 - 450,000 | 5 | Overview, practice areas, contact, directions | 5-8 days |
| Growth | 500,000 - 800,000 | 8-12 | + Legal blog, appointment booking, analytics, local SEO | 8-12 days |
| Premium | 1,200,000+ | 15+ | + Secure client area, document upload, EN/FR, animations | 12-15 days |
For a law firm, the decisive difference is the secure client area: uploading documents (deeds, land titles) through an encrypted channel rather than email. That is what justifies moving to Premium.
The real FCFA / EUR budget
Many firms forget recurring costs. A website is an initial investment plus monthly maintenance. Here are 2026 ballpark figures.
| Item | FCFA | EUR (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Starter site | 250,000 - 450,000 | 380 - 685 |
| Growth site | 500,000 - 800,000 | 760 - 1,220 |
| Premium site | 1,200,000+ | 1,830+ |
| Maintenance / month | 50,000 - 150,000 | 76 - 229 |
| Domain + hosting / year | 60,000 - 120,000 | 91 - 183 |
| Local SEO / month (option) | 75,000 - 200,000 | 114 - 305 |
These are 2026 estimates for the West African market; the final price depends on page count and client-area complexity.
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Mr. Kone, a notary in central Lagos, received 15 inquiries a month via a single WhatsApp number, unfiltered. He chose a Growth at 650,000 FCFA with a booking module and a blog. Three months later, qualified appointments rose from 15 to 26 per month, and secretarial time spent screening calls dropped by roughly 6 hours per week. The site paid for itself by the second signed estate file.
FAQ
Does a law firm really need a secure client area?
Not always. If you exchange fewer than 5 sensitive files a month, a Growth at 500,000-800,000 FCFA is enough. Beyond that, the Premium secure area (1,200,000 FCFA+) avoids document leaks over unencrypted email.
How long does the site take to deliver?
Expect 5-8 days for a Starter, 8-12 days for a Growth and 12-15 days for a Premium, once copy and logo are supplied. Delays almost always come from client content not being ready.
Is bilingual EN/FR worth it in Lagos?
Yes if you serve diaspora clients or international companies. Bilingual support adds about 150,000-250,000 FCFA and mostly makes sense at the Premium tier.
What maintenance budget should I plan?
Between 50,000 and 150,000 FCFA per month for updates, backups and support. That is what keeps a site fast and secure over time.
Let's talk about your project. We scope the exact tier for your firm together, with no over-billing. 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.
