Specialist web design, search engine optimisation (SEO) and digital marketing for chambers in the UK and beyond
At tela, we design, develop and market professional websites for barristers’ chambers: helping you showcase your expertise, attract high-quality instructions and communicate effectively with solicitors, clients and other legal professionals.
With over 15 years of experience in legal sector marketing, including more than 8 years working directly with barristers’ chambers, we combine industry insight with innovative web solutions to deliver measurable results.
We understand that each barristers’ chambers is unique, with distinct practice areas, reputations and ways of working. We build websites and marketing strategies that reflect your individuality, position your chambers with authority and make it easy for prospective clients to engage with your services.
From defining your brand and tone of voice to developing intuitive user journeys and optimising for search engines, our approach ensures your website becomes a powerful tool for growth.
tela has delivered successful web projects for both small and large chambers, with national and international reach.
Our work focuses on:
We monitor and refine your chambers’ website performance over time, ensuring it adapts to changes in the legal market and continues to deliver results.

Tim Sheed
Business Development Director
At Tela, we sit at the intersection of design, technology and strategy, helping barristers’ chambers stand out, connect and grow. Our work combines visual impact with technical precision, ensuring your chambers is not only seen but trusted. From striking brand identities and user-focused digital experiences to data-driven marketing and seamless integrations, we provide end-to-end solutions that strengthen your online presence, enhance accessibility and generate meaningful instructions.
We create visually striking, accessible and user-focused designs that present your chambers as approachable yet authoritative. Our UX work ensures barristers’ profiles, practice areas and key information are easy to find on any device.
Using secure, scalable and standards-compliant technology, we develop websites tailored to your chambers’ exact needs. Every build is designed to perform across desktop, tablets and mobile devices.
We use advanced SEO techniques to understand how solicitors, clients and other referrers search for legal representation, then optimise your site to improve rankings and generate quality instructions. Our strategies deliver long-term visibility and sustainable growth.
Our pay-per-click advertising targets those actively seeking representation in your chambers’ practice areas and locations. We create precise, cost-effective campaigns with tailored landing pages to maximise conversions.
We help your chambers build authority online through engaging content, professional social media campaigns and thought leadership. This strengthens your brand and keeps you front of mind for potential clients.
We integrate websites with CRMs, recruitment systems, video conferencing platforms and email marketing tools, streamlining administration and improving communication.
Through in-depth consultation, we identify challenges and opportunities for your chambers online, then create innovative and technical solutions that give you a competitive edge.
Our work with barristers’ chambers has delivered:
Over the last 9 years, Tela has conducted annual research on the use of colour across the top 50 barristers’ chambers websites. By capturing and analysing homepage screenshots for these 50 sites, the team compiles a yearly report to determine the most prevalent colours. Our tool displays the full spectrum of colours used by all […]
Discover moreTela has conducted research to identify the barristers chambers with the highest pupillage awards in 2025. In addition, Tela analysed the pupillage pages of these chambers, highlighting trends and differences in how they promote their pupillage and mini-pupillage opportunities. This data has been gathered from trusted sources including Chambers and Partners, Legal Cheek, Legal 500, […]
Discover moreTela has conducted research on the top 50 barristers’ chambers by capturing screenshots of their homepages and evaluating their current digital presence. The selection of these top 50 chambers was based on an analysis of their Band 1 practice areas as listed on each chambers’ profile on Chambers and Partners. Please note, this research is […]
Discover moreTela analysed over 40 web pages targeting two competitive legal search terms: “professional negligence barristers” and “crime barristers.” Our aim was to understand why Google ranks some legal websites above others by analysing the key factors that influence search performance. This research draws on multiple data sources: Below is a summary of the most important […]
Discover moreVideo content has become a key tool for barristers’ chambers to enhance their online presence and engage with clients. However, the approach to video content varies widely across chambers. Tela has researched into the top 50 UK barristers’ chambers and analysed the types of video content they are using on their homepage banners. Types of […]
Discover moreVideo content offers a dynamic way to showcase expertise, share insights, and engage with your audience. Recently, Tela conducted research into how barristers’ chambers are using social media. Our research revealed that 66% of the top 50 barristers’ chambers have a YouTube account. However, we wanted to take our analysis further and analyse whether these […]
Discover moreCosts depend on scope, functionality and integrations. We provide clear proposals tailored to your chambers’ needs.
Most projects take between 8 and 16 weeks from initial consultation to launch.
We specialise in SEO for the legal sector and ensure your site is visible for the right search terms.
tela can integrate with a range of systems to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
Our clients include chambers across the UK, including Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol and internationally.
Existing websites can be reviewed and redesigned to create a modern, user-friendly experience that meets your chambers’ objectives.
All chambers websites we build are fully responsive and designed to meet WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards.
We implement SSL encryption, GDPR compliance measures and ongoing maintenance to protect your site and visitors’ data.
All chambers websites are built on WordPress, providing flexibility, security and ease of content management for your team.
Websites are hosted on WP Engine, a high-performance platform that offers speed, reliability and advanced security features.
Professional copywriting and guidance are provided to ensure each barrister’s expertise is clearly communicated and optimised for search engines.
tela has specialist teams covering a range of services tailored for chambers, including but not limited to: SEO, PPC, technical updates, creative design, branding, user experience and content strategy. Each team works collaboratively to ensure your website and digital presence deliver measurable results.
Ongoing monitoring, updates, technical support and SEO optimisation are provided to ensure your chambers website continues to perform and attract new instructions.