The verdict in three sentences
For a lawyer or notary in Senegal, a website costs between 500,000 and 1,400,000 FCFA in 2026, and here restraint is an asset, not a constraint. A law firm doesn't sell volume: it sells trust, in strict respect of professional ethics that forbid flashy advertising. The right calculation isn't the site's price but the cost of acquiring a client: about 12,000 FCFA per qualified SEO lead, versus 40,000 FCFA with paid advertising.
The 3 levels for a law firm
A lawyer's site must inspire trust from the first second and respect the profession's rules. Here are the three levels and their real content.
| Criterion | Understated showcase | + Blog & SEO | + Client portal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | 500,000 FCFA | 850,000 FCFA | 1,400,000 FCFA |
| Partner profiles | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Practice areas | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Legal blog | No | Yes | Yes |
| Local SEO Dakar | Basic | Advanced | Advanced |
| Confidential client portal | No | No | Yes |
| Online booking | No | No | Yes |
| Law 2008-12 / GDPR compliance | Yes | Yes | Reinforced |
| Delivery time | 8 days | 12 days | 16 days |
These figures are the 2026 rates applied for a law firm or notary office in Senegal.
SEO vs advertising: the cost of acquiring a client
A firm wins cases, not clicks. Here is the estimated cost of obtaining a real client by channel.
| Channel | Cost per qualified lead | Duration of effect | Perceived credibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local SEO (legal blog) | ~12,000 FCFA | Lasting, cumulative | High |
| Google Ads | ~40,000 FCFA | Stops with the budget | Medium |
| Word of mouth + site | Near zero | Lasting | Very high |
| Print directory | ~25,000 FCFA | Weak in 2026 | Low |
Mini case study
Maître Sarr, a business lawyer in Dakar, picks the Blog & SEO tier at 850,000 FCFA. She publishes one article a month on Senegalese company law. After 6 months, her site generates about 8 qualified leads a month at ~12,000 FCFA acquisition cost. If just one of those leads becomes a case billed at 400,000 FCFA, the site pays for itself in under three months, and the SEO asset keeps producing.
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| Pole | Sale commission | Recurring |
|---|---|---|
| Showcase (lawyer, notary...) | 15% | 5% |
| E-commerce | 12% | 5% |
| Marketplace | 10% | — |
| Institutional | 8% | — |
On a legal showcase at 1,400,000 FCFA, your commission reaches 210,000 FCFA, plus 5% recurring on maintenance. Just introduce us to the contact; we handle the quote, production and follow-up.
FAQ
Does a lawyer's site respect professional ethics?
Yes, provided it avoids comparative advertising or promises of results. We design informative, understated sites that comply with the profession's rules and showcase expertise without aggressive solicitation.
Is the client portal really confidential?
Yes. It relies on individual authentication and reinforced HTTPS encryption, allowing documents and messages to be exchanged securely, in line with Law 2008-12 on personal data.
Why is a legal blog profitable?
Because it captures precise searches ("set up an LLC Senegal", "notary succession Dakar") at an acquisition cost of about 12,000 FCFA per lead, far below the 40,000 FCFA of advertising, and the effect lasts over time.
How long to see SEO results?
Budget 4 to 6 months for the blog to generate a steady flow of leads. SEO is a cumulative asset: each published article keeps attracting visitors for years.
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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.
