The verdict in three sentences
For a law firm, a website redesign costs in 2026 between 45,000 and 110,000 MAD (Casablanca market reference), depending on the number of practice-area pages and whether a legal blog is included. A modern showcase, with a lawyer directory and pages per practice area, is decisive to build credibility with corporate clients. Plan for 6 to 10 weeks of delivery and 800 to 2,000 MAD/month of hosting and maintenance.
Redesign or new site: which to choose
When a site's structure is obsolete, redesigning the existing one can cost almost as much as starting fresh. The right trade-off depends on current content quality and technical architecture.
| Criterion | Redesign on existing base | New site |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 budget (MAD) | 45,000 - 80,000 | 70,000 - 110,000 |
| Content reuse | Yes, partial | Fully rethought |
| SEO architecture | Constrained by legacy | Optimal from the start |
| Lawyer directory | Rebuilt | Natively structured |
| Technical debt risk | Medium | Low |
| Delivery time | 6 - 8 weeks | 8 - 10 weeks |
For a firm targeting corporate clients, a new site is often the best choice: it lays clean SEO architecture and an image befitting the fees charged.
The budget broken down by item and SEO gains
A clear quote details each item and projects expected gains. The legal blog is the main visibility lever on high-value queries ("corporate lawyer Casablanca").
| Item | Scope | 2026 budget (MAD) | Expected gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & UX | Mockup, premium identity | 12,000 - 25,000 | Corporate credibility |
| Development | CMS, practice pages | 15,000 - 30,000 | Scalable base |
| Lawyer directory | Partner profiles, filters | 6,000 - 14,000 | Client trust |
| Legal SEO blog | Structure, 6-10 articles | 8,000 - 22,000 | +40-70% traffic in 6 months |
| QA & launch | Testing, training | 4,000 - 9,000 | Editorial autonomy |
The legal blog, fed with two articles a month, ranks for high-intent searches and attracts high-fee matters.
Mini case study
Me Bennani, managing partner of a 7-partner law firm, redesigns a 2016-era showcase. He invests 85,000 MAD: 22,000 design, 28,000 development, 12,000 directory, 18,000 blog, 5,000 QA. Within six months, the legal blog lifts organic traffic by 58%, with 9 extra inbound corporate matters. At an average fee of 40,000 MAD per matter, two signings cover the investment. Hosting and maintenance cost him 1,400 MAD/month.
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FAQ
Why can a redesign reach 110,000 MAD?
The upper range funds premium design, a structured directory, and a legal SEO blog. For a firm targeting corporate clients, image and visibility justify the investment.
Redesign or new site: which to favour?
If the current architecture is sound, a redesign suffices (45,000-80,000 MAD). If it is obsolete, starting fresh (70,000-110,000 MAD) avoids technical debt and lays clean SEO.
Is the legal blog worth it?
Yes: well-fed, it raises organic traffic by 40 to 70% within six months and attracts high-fee matters. It is the most profitable acquisition lever over time.
How long does the redesign take?
Plan for 6 to 10 weeks depending on content volume and directory complexity. Validating legal texts on the firm side is often the limiting factor.
What does 800-2,000 MAD/month maintenance cover?
Hosting, security, backups, adding articles, and directory updates. A legal site must stay current to inspire trust.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your number of practice areas, directory needs, and indicative budget (45,000-110,000 MAD). 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.
