Lawyer profile on Websta: set up your practice in Singapore

What belongs on your profile

Your profile page is your online front door. It should show what you do and make it easy for clients to get in touch. Start with a clear description of your practice. Say what areas of law you handle - for example, corporate law, family law, employment disputes, property law, or conveyancing. Be specific about what you actually do, not general.

Add a professional photo of yourself. Clients want to know who they are contacting. Include your qualifications and bar admission details so people can verify you are licensed to practice law in Singapore.

Write a short bio - two or three sentences about your background and what you focus on. Mention how long you have been practicing and any particular client types you work with, such as small businesses, individuals, or startups.

Services and quote requests

List the specific services you offer. Instead of 'legal advice', be concrete: 'employment contract review', 'will drafting', 'business registration support', 'dispute resolution'. Clients search for what they need, not broad categories.

On Websta, clients can request a quote for your services. You set the terms - whether you bill by the hour, flat fee, or project. You decide what information you need before you give a quote. Use the quote request form to ask clients about their situation so you can respond with an accurate estimate.

Photos and documentation

Beyond your headshot, consider photos of your workspace if you meet clients in person. If you work from a shared office or co-working space, a photo of your consultation area builds trust. Keep photos professional and clear.

Do not put your Legal Profession Act license on the profile page itself, but have it ready to share if a client asks. Your profile should mention you are licensed; the verification happens in conversation.

Language and location

Publish your profile in English. Most legal inquiries in Singapore happen in English, and your clients will search in English. If you also work in Mandarin, Malay, or Tamil, mention this in your service description so clients know you can assist in other languages.

Your profile covers all of Singapore. Unlike platforms that focus on one city, Websta's marketplace in Singapore reaches people across the island. You can specify whether you meet clients in your office, their location, or online only. Be clear about this so expectations match.

How people find lawyers on Websta

Clients in Singapore use Websta to search for lawyers by the type of work they need and their location. They might search for 'employment lawyer' or 'conveyancing' and their area, or they can post a task describing their legal need and wait for lawyers to make offers.

Your profile shows up when your services match what someone is looking for. Having clear, specific service descriptions helps you appear in the right searches. The marketplace also allows clients to message you directly through the platform.

What to check with local authorities

As an independent lawyer in Singapore, you must be a member of the Law Society of Singapore and hold a valid practicing certificate. Confirm the current requirements for practice as a sole proprietor - rules may cover trust account management, professional indemnity insurance, and record-keeping.

Check with the Law Society of Singapore about any restrictions on how you advertise your services. Professional conduct rules apply to all promotion, including online platforms. It is your responsibility to ensure your profile and any claims about your experience comply with the Legal Profession Act and the Law Society's Practice Directions.

If you work from home or a shared office, verify that your working arrangement meets regulatory requirements. Some jurisdictions have rules about where legal work can be conducted from.

What to write in your first hour

Start with the basics: your name, your law practice area or areas, and a sentence about what you do. Then add your qualifications and how long you have been practicing. This takes 15 minutes and gives you a workable profile.

Next, list three to five specific services you offer. Write them as tasks clients would actually search for, not legal jargon. Examples: 'review and negotiate employment contracts', 'assist with company incorporation', 'draft wills and powers of attorney'.

Add your professional photo and write a short bio. Set your contact method - whether you prefer quote requests through the platform, direct messages, or email. That is roughly one hour of work, and your profile is live and searchable.

After launch, refine it based on inquiries you receive. If clients ask about services you did not list, add them. If questions come up, add a note to your profile to answer them upfront.