1. Start with eligibility, not placement
Google states that Local Services screening varies by service category, country and whether a provider advertises directly or through an affiliate. Depending on the applicable requirements, checks may include business, owner or service-professional background checks, license checks, insurance checks and advanced verification. Google also requires advertisers to satisfy applicable Local Services requirements and advertising policies. A Titusville law firm should not assume that a Google Screened badge, a particular legal category or a launch date is available before the account, category and location are reviewed. The Florida Bar publishes advertising guidance, filing resources and checklists. That makes attorney review an important part of campaign preparation; this page does not certify any proposed advertising as compliant.
Recommended approach
Use the review to identify the exact legal category, responsible firm information, license and insurance materials, applicable screening steps and advertising questions that need attorney approval. Treat eligibility as a gate, not as a marketing promise.
