1. Confirm Google eligibility before planning a campaign
Google says Local Services screening varies by service category, country and provider arrangement. Depending on the applicable requirements, checks may include business, owner or professional background checks, license checks, insurance checks and advanced verification. Google also requires advertisers to satisfy applicable policies and prohibits misleading representation. A Tallahassee firm should therefore treat eligibility as an account-specific question. The fact that a firm practices law in Florida does not, by itself, establish that its profile is eligible or verified.
Recommended approach
Review the firm’s category, business information, responsible professionals, licensing information and insurance documentation against Google’s current requirements. Have the responsible attorney review advertising materials and process decisions in light of Florida Bar guidance. Do not publish or promise a Google Screened status until Google confirms the account.
