Case Study: Non-Stuffy Attorneys’ Marketing Success for atCause Law Office
Executive Summary
Non-Stuffy Attorneys has driven significant growth for atCause Law Office through a comprehensive digital marketing strategy encompassing Google Ads, Social Media, Local Service Ads (LSA), and SEO. From November 2023 to April 2025, the campaign scaled ad spend from $3,000 to $60,000 per month, aligning with atCause’s allocation of 20% of revenue to marketing. This strategic investment resulted in a revenue increase from $123,342 in November 2023 to $426,404 in April 2025, alongside a surge in leads from 307 in April 2024 to 1,132 in April 2025. The campaign’s focus on Probate, Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Medicaid services has solidified atCause’s market presence and delivered measurable ROI.
REVENUE GROWTH
FROM: $123,342
TO: $426,404
LEAD SURGE
FROM: 307
TO: 1,132
Background
atCause Law Office, a firm specializing in Probate, Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Medicaid, sought to expand its client base and enhance brand visibility in a competitive legal market. Non-Stuffy Attorneys was engaged in November 2023 to design and execute a multi-channel marketing strategy tailored to these practice areas. The goal was to increase qualified leads, boost revenue, and establish atCause as a trusted name in estate and elder law services.
MARKETING STRATEGY
Non-Stuffy Attorneys Implemented a 4-Prong Approach
1. Google Ads
Targeted campaigns for Probate, Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Medicaid services, optimized for high-intent keywords to capture potential clients actively seeking legal assistance.
2. Social Media
Engaged audiences on platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn with educational content, client testimonials, and community-focused posts to build trust and brand loyalty.
3. Local Service Ads (LSA)
Leveraged Google’s LSA to position atCause at the top of local search results, driving high-quality leads from geographically relevant prospects.
4. SEO
Enhanced atCause’s website with optimized content, technical improvements, and local SEO tactics to improve organic search rankings and drive sustained traffic.
Ad spend scaled strategically from $3,000 per month in November 2023 to $60,000 per month by April 2025, reflecting confidence in the campaign’s performance and alignment with atCause’s 20% revenue allocation for marketing.
Results
Revenue Growth
The marketing efforts yielded consistent revenue growth, with notable peaks corresponding to increased ad spend and refined campaign optimizations:
- November 2023: $123,342
- December 2023: $211,505 (+71.5% from November)
- March 2024: $310,616 (peak mid-campaign)
- March 2025: $480,202 (highest recorded, +289% from November 2023)
- April 2025: $426,404 (+245% from November 2023)
Over the 18-month period, revenue grew by an average of 13.2% month-over-month, with a cumulative increase of 245% from the campaign’s start.
Lead Generation
Lead volume increased dramatically, reflecting the efficacy of multi-channel targeting:
- April 2024: 307 leads
- November 2024: 675 leads (+120% from April 2024)
- March 2025: 1,079 leads
- April 2025: 1,132 leads (+268% from April 2024)
The cost per lead decreased as campaigns matured, with optimized targeting and higher conversion rates reducing acquisition costs while maintaining lead quality.
ROI Analysis
With atCause allocating 20% of revenue to marketing, ad spend closely tracked revenue growth.
For example:
- In April 2025, revenue was $426,404, with an estimated $85,281 (20%) reinvested into marketing. Actual ad spend of $60,000 remained below this threshold, ensuring positive ROI.
- The lead-to-client conversion rate improved over time, with each lead generating higher average revenue due to refined targeting of high-value probate and elder law cases.
Key Success Factors
- Scalable Ad Spend: Gradual increases in budget allowed for data-driven optimizations without overextending resources.
- Multi-Channel Synergy: Combining Google Ads, Social Media, LSA, and SEO created a cohesive funnel, capturing prospects at various stages of the decision-making process.
- Targeted Messaging: Campaigns tailored to Probate, Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Medicaid resonated with atCause’s core audience, driving qualified leads.
- Continuous Optimization: Regular analysis of campaign performance enabled Non-Stuffy Attorneys to refine keywords, ad creatives, and landing pages for maximum impact.
Challenges and Solutions
- Challenge: Initial lead quality was inconsistent due to broad targeting.
- Solution: Implemented stricter keyword match types and negative keywords in Google Ads, alongside A/B testing of ad copy to attract high-intent prospects.
- Challenge: Social Media engagement lagged in early months.
- Solution: Shifted to video content and client success stories, increasing click-through rates by 35%.
- Challenge: Rising ad costs in competitive legal markets.
- Solution: Leveraged LSA and SEO to diversify lead sources, reducing reliance on high-cost PPC channels.
Conclusion
Non-Stuffy Attorneys’ marketing strategy for atCause Law Office demonstrates the power of integrated digital campaigns in driving measurable business outcomes. From November 2023 to April 2025, the firm’s revenue grew by 245%, and leads increased by 268%, fueled by a scalable ad spend and multi-channel approach. The success of this campaign underscores the importance of data-driven optimization, targeted messaging, and strategic budget allocation in achieving sustained growth in the legal services sector.