Why New York Law Firms Need Specialized Web Design New York’s legal market is tough. The best firms here need websites that match their reputation and actually bring in business. At Dan Gilroy Design, we build custom websites for law firms that get results – not just pretty designs that sit there doing nothing. We’ve been doing this for 20 years, working with attorneys across the country. But New York firms are different. Maybe you’re a small litigation shop in Manhattan, or you’ve got corporate clients in Midtown, or you serve the whole state. Either way, you need more than a good-looking website. You need one that makes potential clients pick up the phone. That’s what we build. Sites that establish trust, turn browsers into clients, and help you compete in one of the world’s toughest legal markets. What Makes a Great New York Law Firm Website Building websites for New York firms isn’t like building them anywhere else. When someone searches for a lawyer in NYC, they’re comparing dozens of options. You’ve got about three seconds to make an impression. Here’s what actually matters: It has to look professional without being boring It needs to work perfectly on phones (because that’s where most people search) It must meet ADA requirements – that’s non-negotiable People need to find you when they search for things like “New York business lawyer” or “NYC personal injury attorney“ Every firm is different. Some handle bet-the-company litigation. Others focus on criminal defense, real estate deals, or employment disputes. Whatever you do, your website should make it clear why someone should call you instead of the firm down the street. Project Highlights Furman Kornfeld & Brennan LLP Location: New York, NY Number of Attorneys: 35+ Furman Kornfeld & Brennan LLP is a well-established litigation defense firm headquartered in Midtown Manhattan. With a team of over 35 attorneys, the firm needed a website that reflected both its size and its reputation for sophisticated, results-driven legal representation. We designed a clean, responsive website that reflects the firm’s credibility and sophistication. The build features a bespoke attorney directory, thoughtfully organized practice area content, and a newsroom section that highlights recent firm accomplishments and updates. Its responsive design ensures seamless navigation across all devices, making it easy for clients, colleagues, and referral sources to find the information they need. Lynn Gartner Dunne Frigenti & Renke, LLP Location: Melville, NY Number of Attorneys: 6 Located on Long Island, Lynn Gartner Dunne Frigenti & Renke, LLP is a litigation-focused firm with a strong reputation in personal injury and civil defense work. For this project, we built a website that captures the firm’s deep roots in the community while highlighting its aggressive, trial-ready mindset. The design features bold typography, intuitive navigation, and clearly structured attorney bios to reinforce credibility. We also helped the firm craft key messaging to reflect both its high-level legal experience and its approachable, client-focused ethos. Neville Peterson LLP Locations: New York, NY; Washington, DC; Seattle Number of Attorneys: 10 Neville Peterson LLP is a boutique international trade and customs law firm with offices in three major U.S. cities. The firm needed a website that would unify its multi-office identity while speaking directly to a global client base. Our solution was a sleek, content-rich site that balances legal authority with accessibility. We implemented custom taxonomy to organize the firm’s niche practice areas, made room for in-depth thought leadership content, and ensured the design and layout were consistent across all locations. The result is a powerful digital platform that reflects the firm’s national footprint and deep subject-matter expertise. Why Work With Us We’ve built websites for hundreds of law firms since we started in 2004. We know the difference between a practice group and a department, why attorney bios matter, and how to showcase your wins without violating ethics rules. Basically, we get how law firms work. We know you need a site that looks professional but doesn’t feel stiff. One that highlights your expertise without sounding like you’re bragging. And yes, we handle all the boring but important stuff – ADA compliance, privacy policies, New York’s attorney advertising rules. After we launch your site, we keep it running smoothly. Fast loading, secure, and always up to date. Because the last thing you need is website problems when you’re trying to run a law firm. Getting Found Online Here’s the thing: nobody will hire you if they can’t find you. So we make sure your site shows up when people in New York search for lawyers. That means: Making sure you rank for searches like “Brooklyn divorce lawyer” or “Manhattan criminal defense attorney“ Setting up your content so Google actually understands what you do Adding the technical stuff that helps with local searches (without boring you with the details) Writing page titles and descriptions that get people to click Whether your clients are in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, or upstate, we make sure they can find you when they need you. Ready for a Website That Actually Works? If you want a website that makes you look as good online as you are in the courtroom, let’s talk. We’ll build something that helps you stand out in New York’s crowded legal market and brings in the right clients. We invite you to explore our full law firm website design portfolio or learn more about law firm SEO. Give us a call or send an email when you’re ready to get started. We’ll chat about what you’re looking for and figure out how to make your firm the obvious choice for potential clients.