Do You Already Have Google Ads?
⚠️ Common Misconceptions
Many law firms think they have Google Ads when they actually have:
- ❌ A personal Gmail account (not business verified)
- ❌ An old suspended account from previous campaigns
- ❌ An account without proper business verification
- ❌ An account managed by a previous agency (no access)
Step 1: Creating a New Google Ads Account
Account Creation Process
Visit Google Ads
Go to ads.google.com and click "Start now"
Use Business Email
Use your professional email address (not personal Gmail). If you don't have one, create info@yourfirm.com first.
Select Business Goals
Choose goals that align with legal services (leads, calls, website visits)
Skip Initial Campaign
You can skip creating a campaign initially - we'll set this up properly later
Step 2: Business Verification
📋 Required Documentation
Google requires law firms to verify their business with:
- Business license or articles of incorporation
- Professional liability insurance certificate
- State bar membership verification
- Business address verification
- Tax identification documents
Verification Process
Submit Business Information
Provide your legal business name, address, and contact information exactly as registered
Upload Documents
Upload clear, legible copies of required business documents
Wait for Review
Verification typically takes 3-7 business days, but can take longer for law firms
Address Any Issues
Respond promptly to any requests for additional documentation
Step 3: Payment Method Setup
Adding Payment Information
Go to Billing Settings
In your Google Ads account, navigate to Tools & Settings > Billing
Add Payment Method
Add a business credit card or bank account. Personal accounts may cause verification issues.
Set Billing Preferences
Choose automatic payments for consistent campaign operation
Verify Payment Method
Google will make a small test charge to verify the payment method
Step 4: Providing Access to Cirqley
Adding Admin Access
Navigate to Access Settings
Go to Tools & Settings > Access and Security in your Google Ads account
Add New User
Click the blue "+" button to add a new user
Enter Our Email
Add access@cirqley.com as the email address
Select Admin Access
Choose "Admin" level access so we can fully manage your campaigns
Send Invitation
Click "Send Invitation" - we'll accept and confirm access
✅ What Happens Next
Once you've completed these steps:
- We'll receive the access invitation and accept it
- We'll audit your account setup and optimize settings
- We'll create properly structured campaigns for your practice areas
- We'll implement conversion tracking and analytics
- We'll begin campaign optimization and management
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