Professional Headshots for Lawyers

Smile or no smile?
We’ve seen a lot of lawyer headshots over the years where there is no sign of a smile. The thought is that the no-smile look commands authority. It shows that you’re a fighter and ready to go to battle for your client. This is understandable, but to your potential client it’s just not welcoming. It portrays a sense of sternness, and they fear you might be like this with everyone, including them. 

A genuine, warm smile can be the difference between getting a client or getting passed over. Put your future client at ease and save that no-smile face for the courtroom.

Welcoming Body Language 
Just as popular as the “no-smile lawyer headshot” is the “arms folded lawyer headshot.” Again, lawyers who do this feel it demonstrates a toughness and readiness to stand the line for their clients.

The reality is folded or crossed arms done the wrong way can make the viewer feel like you’re closed off to open communication. When prospective clients look at your online photo, they see you looking like you’re ready to fight them, not whoever they hired you to fight against in court. We’ll help you find the right body language to attract more clients with your photo.

What to wear 
When choosing your clothing, wear a classic style that’s not too busy and won’t look outdated in a few years. Formal clothing like a suit or a dress with a blazer are best. Dressing in solid colors is recommended as patterns can be distracting. It’s hard to go wrong with blue or gray. Black can work, but sometimes comes off as too cold. A light shirt with a darker jacket over it is a safe bet.  You can wear a tie, but avoid jarring colors like bright red. Use your tie that coordinates with your whole look rather than a highlight piece. Jewelry is fine, but avoid large bracelets, necklaces, or earrings that can draw attention away from your face or make it look like you’re trying too hard to appear luxury. We recommend styling your hair similarly to how you wear it every day so you look like yourself.

Company Headshots and other Options

You may want one headshot of just yourself, but you also have other options for your website to help demonstrate your warmth and approachability. A photo of you interacting with a client can show how you look when you work with others. A photo with your family makes you relatable. Team photos show that you’re able to work well with others. If you’re hiring a photographer for headshots for the whole company, keep your images true to your brand. Headshots for each team member should be very similar in style, but can still reveal individual personalities.

Traveling Studio
One of the biggest reason lawyers tend to put off updating their headshots is because they’re busy. If you’re like most lawyers, blocking off an entire afternoon to go get headshots is not an option. When you do finally have some free time, the last thing you want to do is go get a headshot. The good news is Denver Headshot Co. has a traveling mobile studio that can come right to your office. You can get a high-quality professional headshot without the hassle of blocking off your whole afternoon. We also work with you to design headshots that align with your brand.

After the session, we’ll provide you with final images in multiple file sizes, including one that’s formatted and ready to upload to your website and LinkedIn profile with no cropping or adjusting needed.

Ready to Get the Perfect Headshot for Your Law Firm? Denver Headshot Co. makes getting the perfect headshot easy. We’ll guide you through posing with clear, confident direction and deliver exceptional final images ready for you to use immediately. You’ll get lots of different headshot options to choose from, multiple background choices, and a fast turnaround for your beautifully edited images. And remember–our traveling mobile studio can come to you!