1. Start with eligibility, not placement
Google says Local Services screening varies by service category, country and whether a provider advertises directly or through an affiliate. Depending on the account and category, checks may include business, owner or service-professional background checks, license checks, insurance checks and advanced verification. Local Services Ads also remain subject to Google Ads policies and Local Services requirements. That means a Lake Mary firm should not assume that a Google Screened badge, a category or a launch date is available simply because another provider appears in the product.
Recommended approach
Use the review to identify the firm, attorney, license, insurance and category information Google may require for the actual account. Confirm the current rules for the selected legal service and location before planning spend. Bosseo can help organize the evaluation and program management, but the firm remains responsible for supplying accurate information and reviewing advertising decisions with the responsible attorney. Florida Bar advertising guidance and filing resources should be checked separately; this page is not legal advice or a compliance certification.
