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A FindLaw website contract is worth reviewing for more than its monthly price. Confirm the full term, renewal process, cancellation steps, add-on fees, and what you can take with you if you leave. FindLaw’s website services are marketed through its law firm website services page, while pricing is typically provided by quote rather than a public rate card. Get the complete offer and contract in writing before agreeing.
Start with the complete price
Ask for an itemized quote, not just a monthly figure. A website package can involve recurring service fees, an initial charge, optional marketing services, or separate costs for features your firm expects to use. The contract and order form should make clear which charges are included and which are not.
FindLaw does not provide one standard website price on its public website, so don’t assume a figure quoted to another firm applies to your offer. Compare the written total for your specific package, including any discounts and the price after a promotional period.
| Cost detail | What to confirm in writing |
|---|---|
| Monthly or annual fee | The amount, billing frequency, and date billing begins |
| Initial charges | Setup, migration, design, or other one-time costs |
| Included services | Hosting, domain, SSL, support, updates, and requested features |
| Optional services | Whether advertising, directory listings, or marketing tools cost extra |
| Price changes | When fees can change and how the provider gives notice |
| Taxes and payment terms | Applicable charges, late fees, and accepted payment methods |
Ask whether a quoted rate depends on buying other services. If so, request separate prices for the website and each add-on. That makes it easier to compare offers on equal terms.
Check the term, renewal, and cancellation process
Look for the initial commitment period and whether the agreement renews automatically. If it does, find the renewal length, the deadline to give notice, and the method for delivering that notice. A cancellation clause may require written notice through a particular channel, so confirm the exact process rather than relying on a sales conversation.
Also ask what happens when the firm cancels before the term ends. Does the agreement require payment of remaining fees? Does service continue through the end of a billing period? Is there a separate charge to transfer the domain or site files? Get answers in writing and compare them with the signed contract.
A short checklist can help:
- Mark the contract’s start date, end date, and renewal date.
- Record the cancellation notice deadline and required delivery method.
- Ask whether cancellation ends all services or only selected services.
- Confirm the final invoice, any remaining balance, and the expected service end date.
- Save the agreement, order form, and written responses in one place.
Find out who controls the website and its components
“Website ownership” can mean several different things. Ask who controls the domain registration, website content, design files, images, forms, and any custom features. Confirm whether the firm can access and export the content, and whether it can move the domain to another provider.
Don’t rely on a general statement that the firm “owns its website.” Check the contract for practical details: what the provider will deliver when service ends, which materials are excluded, and whether the site will remain usable after transfer. Ask about the timing and format of any export, too.
Separate domain ownership from website hosting. A firm may control its domain but still need the provider’s assistance to move the site. Conversely, a contract may describe a site as a managed service without promising a portable copy. The exact terms matter more than the label.
Identify what the package includes
Ask for a written list of services that come with the quoted website plan. Check whether support, content changes, security certificates, hosting, analytics, and mobile display are included, and whether limits apply. If the firm expects to add practice-management software, intake tools, or advertising, ask whether those are separate products with separate terms.
FindLaw describes its website offering on its public services page, but the page does not replace the terms in a particular firm’s proposal. Make sure the proposal names the deliverables, support scope, and any service limits. If a sales representative describes a feature that matters to the firm, ask for it to be included in the contract or a signed order form.
Compare the offer with alternatives
Use the same questions for every provider: total cost over the initial term, renewal price, cancellation process, ownership and portability, and included services. A lower monthly price may not be less expensive over the full term if it comes with a longer commitment or separate fees. A higher quote may include services another provider sells separately.
LegalWebDesigns offers a different structure: $0 setup and $49 per month, or $490 per year, with domain, hosting, and SSL included. Its plans include practice-management software and an AI website assistant that uses the firm’s own API key. There are no contracts; the firm owns its site and data. See the pricing details and website examples to compare the offer against the written terms you receive elsewhere.
What to do next
- Request the complete FindLaw proposal, contract, and any referenced service terms.
- Make a written list of all charges, renewal dates, cancellation requirements, and included features.
- Ask who controls the domain and what files or content the firm can export if it leaves.
- Compare the full term and exit process with at least one other written offer.
- If you want to compare website options side by side, review our comparison pages before deciding.
If a clause is unclear or the financial commitment is significant, consider having a qualified professional review the agreement for your circumstances.
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