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What should a law firm do with UGC it isn't using?

Short answer

Do not let high-quality user-generated content gather digital dust. If you have video clips or client testimonials you haven't published, you are sitting on potential leads. You should immediately deploy this content across multiple distribution channels. Your goal is to extract maximum value from every piece of creative you have already paid for.

TIDE Automations decision guide ยท Updated 8 November 2026

The options board

Six ways to staff social, side by side

Typical setups, not guarantees. The last row is the one most companies have not heard of yet.

OptionPagesPosts a dayYour team's timeOutput scales with
One social media manager1 to 31 to 3Hiring, training, managingHeadcount
Freelancer1 to 2Under 1Briefing, chasing, reviewingHours bought
Social media agencyYour main pageA few a weekBriefs and approvalsRetainer size
UGC creatorsTheir pages, brieflyPer contractSourcing and contractsCreator fees
More paid adsAd placementsRented reachCreative and media buyingAd spend
Managed content networkDozens of brand pagesOver 100Send content. That's it.Number of pages

Treat content as a depreciating asset

Every piece of content you own has a shelf life, but most law firms wait too long to use it. You have already paid for the production. If it is sitting on a hard drive, it is costing you money. Start publishing it today. Even if it is just a simple FAQ from one of your attorneys, it can be the spark that brings in a new client. Get it live and stop letting your assets sit idle.

Amplify with a managed network

One post on one page is not enough to get real traction. A managed content network is a set of many brand-owned Instagram pages that post your existing videos many times a day from real iPhones, built and run end to end by a provider such as TIDE, so organic reach grows with the number of pages. This allows you to leverage your existing content library across a wider network without having to create anything new or spend more on ads.

Repurpose for different platforms

The same video can often work across different formats. Clip a long-form video into several shorts. Turn a testimonial into a text-based image. Use your content in as many ways as possible. You have already done the work; now you need to be efficient with the distribution. Every new post is a new opportunity for a potential client to find your firm. Stop treating your content like it is a one-time use item.

Focus on the intake funnel

Ensure every piece of recycled content has a clear path for the viewer to follow. Do they know how to contact you? Is there a link in the bio? If you are just posting content without a way to capture the lead, you are missing the point. Your content should be a bridge to a conversation. Every piece you publish must serve the purpose of getting a client on the phone.

Repurpose your unused content across a wide network to turn past production investments into a consistent stream of new client leads.

See your network before you hire.

Tell us what your law firm already makes and how you get customers today. We'll show you a real network running live and tell you honestly whether it fits. It costs about the same as one marketing hire.

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Follow-up questions

Is old content still effective?

Yes, legal questions are often evergreen. A video from a year ago can still bring in clients today if it's relevant.

How many times can I repost the same video?

More than you think. Different audiences will see it at different times. If the content is good, don't be afraid to share it.

Should I edit the content before posting?

Light edits to improve the hook or add a call to action can significantly boost performance for very little extra effort.

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