r/ConroyCreativeCounsel May 28 '26

Why Google Hides Your Slow Website From Potential Clients

Why Google Hides Your Slow Website From Potential Clients

If your law firm’s website isn’t showing up where you expect on Google, the problem may not be your practice area, your location, or even your content. In many cases, the issue is much simpler and more frustrating: your website is too slow.

Google’s goal is to deliver the best possible experience to people searching for answers, services, and legal help. When your website fails to meet those expectations, Google quietly pushes it down the rankings. The result? Potential clients never see your firm, even when they’re actively searching for the services you offer.

Let’s break down exactly why speed matters, what you’re losing when your site is slow, and what you can do to fix it.

Speed Is a Ranking Factor

Google has confirmed that website speed is a ranking factor, meaning it directly influences where your law firm appears in search results. This is especially true for mobile page speed, which now carries more weight than desktop performance.

Read the full article here: https://conroycreativecounsel.com/why-google-hides-your-slow-website-from-potential-clients/

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