1. Start with Gateway’s actual service area
Gateway is a census-designated place in Lee County, Florida. The 2020–2024 ACS five-year population estimate for Gateway is 11,176, with a margin of error of 1,086. That is a description of the place, not evidence of legal demand, search behavior, preferred communication method, or likely lead volume. Your firm should define whether it serves Gateway alone, Lee County more broadly, or another stated geographic area. That boundary should appear in the intake choices and in the review of submissions.
Recommended approach
Before building questions, write down the geographic matters your firm will consider. Include a clear location question only if geography affects fit, and have the responsible attorney approve how the firm describes its service area.
