The verdict in three sentences
For a patent attorney firm in London or Lyon, a premium brochure website costs EUR 7,000 to 12,000 excl. VAT with an agency and EUR 3,500 to 6,000 with a freelancer in 2026, excluding a second language version. The site does not replace referrals: it confirms them, because a recommended R&D director always checks technical expertise before calling. The best investment remains one page per technical field (mechanical, chemistry, software), which also captures long-tail Google searches.
What the budget covers in 2026
A firm of 9 patent attorneys does not need a complex platform. It needs instant credibility, detailed profiles and a qualified contact path. Price gaps come mainly from page count, writing quality and multilingual scope.
| Item | Freelancer | Agency | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design and mockups | EUR 800 to 1,500 | EUR 1,800 to 3,000 | Sober branding, institutional typography |
| Build of 12 to 20 pages | EUR 1,500 to 2,500 | EUR 2,500 to 4,500 | CMS editable by partners |
| Technology pages (3 to 6) | EUR 600 to 1,200 | EUR 1,200 to 2,500 | Key to organic search |
| Profiles of the 9 attorneys | EUR 300 to 500 | EUR 600 to 1,000 | Photos, qualifications, European patent attorney status |
| Second language version | EUR 800 to 1,200 | EUR 1,500 | Essential for foreign applicants |
| Local hosting | EUR 15 to 25 per month | EUR 25 per month | Local servers, daily backups |
| Timeline | 4 to 6 weeks | 6 to 8 weeks | Content approval included |
The 2026 ballpark for a serious agency is therefore around EUR 9,500 excl. VAT with a second language. A freelancer can deliver a good result at EUR 5,000, provided the partners write the technical copy themselves.
The pages that win industrial clients
Clients of a patent firm are industrial SMEs, deeptech start-ups and mid-sized manufacturers, in the Thames Valley as much as around Lyon. Their searches are precise: « software patent filing », « chemistry prior art search », « European patent opposition ». A generic « Our services » page answers none of these queries.
| Page | Target query | Estimated monthly volume | Expected effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical patents | mechanical patent attorney | 30 to 60 | Industrial SME leads |
| Chemistry and materials patents | chemistry patent attorney | 20 to 40 | Lab and mid-cap leads |
| Software and computer-implemented inventions | software patent filing | 90 to 150 | Start-up leads |
| Trade marks and designs | trade mark registration | 200 to 400 | Volume, smaller tickets |
| EPO oppositions and litigation | European patent opposition | 40 to 80 | High-value matters |
| Prior art search | patent prior art search | 100 to 200 | Commercial entry point |
Each page should feature a lead attorney, two or three anonymised case examples and a short form: technical field, project stage, urgency. This filter keeps partners from wasting time on out-of-scope requests.
Agency, freelancer or template: the right trade-off
The choice depends on how much time partners can give the project. An agency handles SEO copywriting and coordination; a freelancer needs a very involved client. EUR 1,500 templates rarely fit: they make the firm look generalist, while the value of a patent attorney lies in specialisation.
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Thomas, partner in a firm of 9 patent attorneys, invests EUR 9,500 excl. VAT in a bilingual site with 5 technical pages. The firm bills on average EUR 6,000 for a first national filing with extension. After 12 months, the site brings 3 new direct clients via Google and reassures 5 referred prospects who mention it at the first meeting. With only 2 matters signed thanks to the site, the project pays for itself; with 3, the net gain exceeds EUR 8,500 in year one, before renewal fees.
FAQ
How much does a patent attorney firm website cost in 2026?
Budget EUR 7,000 to 12,000 excl. VAT with an agency and EUR 3,500 to 6,000 with a freelancer. A second language adds about EUR 1,500 and local hosting costs around EUR 25 a month.
Do we really need a second language?
Yes, as soon as the firm handles PCT extensions or foreign applicants. For about EUR 1,500 it reaches US and Asian correspondents who pick their European counsel online.
What timeline should we plan?
Usually 6 to 8 weeks with an agency. Partner approval of technical copy often takes 2 weeks on its own.
Are there professional conduct rules for the site?
Yes, patent attorney advertising is regulated: no promise of outcome, exact qualifications stated and client confidentiality respected in examples. Plan a partner review of every page.
What annual budget after launch?
About EUR 300 for hosting and EUR 1,000 to 2,000 for maintenance and updates per year. Add 2 to 4 expert articles per quarter to sustain search rankings.
Let's scope your project. We scope your firm's site: technology pages, second language, an indicative budget of EUR 7,000 to 12,000 excl. VAT and launch in 6 to 8 weeks. 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.
