Every firm eventually receives a review it wishes it hadn’t – and how you respond matters more than the review itself. For lawyers, responses also carry confidentiality risks. Here is how to handle reviews professionally.
Respond to every review
Thank positive reviewers briefly. Respond to negative ones calmly and professionally – future clients read your response as much as the complaint.
Never reveal case details
Even to defend yourself, do not disclose confidential information or dispute the facts of a matter publicly. A measured, discreet reply protects both your client duty and your reputation.
Keep it compliant
- No arguing, no legal threats, no confidential details.
- Invite the reviewer to resolve the issue privately.
- Never buy or fake reviews to bury a bad one.
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Read the full guide →Frequently asked questions
Should lawyers respond to negative reviews?
Yes – calmly and professionally. Future clients read the response as much as the review. But never reveal case details or dispute the facts publicly.
Can a lawyer reply to a review without breaching confidentiality?
Yes, by keeping the reply measured and general, avoiding any confidential information, and inviting the reviewer to resolve the matter privately.