Lawyer & Attorney Headshots

Lawyer and attorney headshots in Santa Clara, Silicon Valley, and the San Francisco Bay Area, shot in-studio or on-location with guided posing, natural retouching, and fast proof galleries. Ideal for law firm bios, LinkedIn, legal directories, and speaking profiles. Visit our Santa Clara studio.

Trusted by Lawyers and Legal Teams in the Bay Area

We photograph lawyers, attorneys, and legal professionals who need a credible, approachable portrait for firm bios, LinkedIn, directories, and speaking profiles. Need consistent headshots for a team? We can match lighting and framing for partners and new hires.

Packages for Law Firm Bios, Directories, and Teams

Choose a package based on how you will use the photo: firm bio, LinkedIn, speaking, or a team directory.

A Few Good Shots Lawyer Headshot Package

$250

45-minute studio lawyer headshot session with three professionally retouched portraits and same-day proof gallery.

45 minutes 3 retouched photos Same-day proofs At Studio 2068 Walsh Ave, Ste A Santa Clara, CA 95050

Includes

  • Up to a 45-minute guided session in our studio
  • 3 retouched photos
  • Backdrop options to match your firm style
  • Posing and expression coaching for credibility and approachability
  • Same-day proof gallery for your selection

Ideal for

  • Law firm website bios and directories
  • LinkedIn profiles and speaking bios
  • Legal directories and publications
  • Attorneys and in-house counsel who need a clean refresh

Set the Scene Lawyer Headshot Package

$450

60-minute on-location lawyer headshot session at your office, firm, or outdoors with five retouched portraits and Silicon Valley travel included.

60 minutes 5 retouched photos Same-day proofs On Location

Includes

  • Up to a 60-minute guided session at your office, venue, or outdoors
  • 5 retouched photos
  • Wardrobe changes as time and location allow
  • Natural light with optional flash setup
  • Travel included within Silicon Valley area
  • Same-day proof gallery for your selection

Ideal for

  • Environmental headshots for firm and practice pages
  • Teams that want a consistent on-location look
  • Partners and associates who need variety across multiple uses

Personal Brand Lawyer Headshot Package

$500

90-minute studio lawyer branding session with wardrobe and backdrop changes, ten professionally retouched portraits, and same-day proofs.

90 minutes 10 retouched photos Same-day proofs At Studio 2068 Walsh Ave, Ste A Santa Clara, CA 95050

Includes

  • Up to a 90-minute guided session in our studio
  • 10 professionally retouched photos
  • Wardrobe and backdrop changes for multiple looks
  • Posing guidance for firm bios, press, and speaking profiles
  • Same-day proof gallery for your selection

Ideal for

  • Attorneys building a personal brand
  • Practice leaders and managing partners
  • Media kits, panels, and speaking engagements
  • A long-term set of photos for firm marketing

Request a Personalized Headshot Package Quote

Share your goals (LinkedIn, ERAS, healthcare, etc.) and we’ll tailor the right session.

Need headshots for your whole firm?

For partner and associate team days, onboarding matching, and website-ready firm photos, visit Law Firm Headshots & Photography.

Meet your photographer

Hi, I'm Kate, the owner and lead photographer at Pacifica Studio in Santa Clara. I create lawyer and attorney headshots that feel credible, approachable, and polished, with calm direction so you never have to guess what to do with your hands or expression.

A strong legal headshot should fit your practice and your audience. During your session, I guide posture, chin angle, and eye line so your portrait reads confident and trustworthy for firm bios, LinkedIn, directories, and speaker profiles.

If you need headshots for a team, I can keep lighting, background, and framing consistent so partners, associates, and new hires all match the same firm look.

Portrait of Kate Zotova with her hand on her face against a dark background in Cupertino, California

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Lawyer Headshots That Build Trust

Your headshot is often the first impression a client, colleague, or referral source gets. On a law firm website, LinkedIn, legal directories, and speaker bios, a good lawyer headshot should read credible, approachable, and confident. We photograph attorneys and legal professionals with clear direction and fast delivery so your image supports your work rather than distracting from it.

Designed for Lawyers Who Lead

We work with lawyers, attorneys, and legal teams, including corporate attorneys and in-house counsel, to deliver portraits that are polished, authentic, and versatile. Your session is tailored to how you will use the photos, including firm bios, directories, recruiting, legal publications, and speaking profiles.

Where These Headshots Get Used

  • Law firm website bio:
    A clean, timeless portrait that fits your firm style and reads approachable and credible.
  • LinkedIn and speaker profiles:
    A confident look that still feels human, so people want to meet you and trust you.
  • Legal directories and publications:
    Consistent framing and a professional expression that works well in small thumbnails.
  • Team and onboarding:
    A repeatable setup so partners, associates, and new hires match the same firm look over time.

How to Choose Your Package

  • Bio refresh:
    Choose the studio package when you need a clean, consistent update for your firm bio and LinkedIn. It is a 45-minute studio session with 3 retouched images and same-day proofs.
  • On-location credibility:
    Choose the on-location package when you want a more natural, environmental background (outdoors, near your office, or downtown). It is a 60-minute session with 5 retouched images, great for speaker profiles and firm marketing pages.
  • Marketing variety:
    Choose the branding package when you want the most variety for long-term use. It is a 90-minute studio session with 10 retouched images, designed for multiple outfits and a wider set of options across platforms.
  • Need a team day or custom mix?
    If you need matching headshots across a team, onboarding new hires, or a specific look for your firm website, request a custom package using the quote form on this page.

Session Flow

  • Prep and wardrobe guidance:
    You get simple direction before we start so you know what photographs well and what to bring.
  • Guided posing and expression coaching:
    Clear direction for posture, hands, and facial cues so you look composed and natural.
  • Same-day proof gallery:
    Pick your favorites from a private gallery the day of your session.
  • Natural retouching and delivery:
    Final images are polished but still look like you, with quick turnaround after selection.

What Makes a Lawyer Headshot Look Trustworthy

  • Posture and shoulders:
    Stand tall with shoulders relaxed, not raised. It reads steady and confident without feeling stiff.
  • Chin angle:
    A small chin adjustment changes the whole impression. We keep it natural so your jawline reads clear and your face stays open.
  • Eye contact:
    Direct, calm eye contact reads reliable. We adjust eye line so it feels present, not intense.
  • Smile intensity:
    A slight smile often works best for attorneys. We aim for approachable and professional, not forced.
  • Wardrobe fit:
    Well-fitted clothing matters more than brand names. We watch collars, lapels, and wrinkles so the final image looks precise.

Lawyer Headshot Poses (Examples)

  • Classic neutral stance:
    A clean straight-on pose for firm bios and directories. Works well when you want a timeless, conservative look.
  • Three-quarter turn:
    A slight turn adds dimension and looks modern while still professional. Great for LinkedIn and speaker profiles.
  • Seated confidence:
    A relaxed seated pose can feel approachable and senior. Useful for partners, managing attorneys, and practice leaders.
  • Hands lightly clasped:
    Keeps hands calm and controlled without drawing attention. Works for both corporate and litigation-style branding.
  • Arms relaxed at the sides:
    Simple and clean. Best when you want the expression to carry the portrait, not the pose.
  • Leaning slightly forward:
    Adds engagement and presence. Helpful when you want the photo to feel more direct and conversational.

Common Pose Mistakes (and How We Fix Them)

  • Tense shoulders:
    We reset posture and breathing so you look composed, not rigid.
  • Chin too far forward or too far down:
    Small adjustments prevent a harsh angle and keep your features natural.
  • Forced smile:
    We use simple prompts so your expression looks real and confident.
  • Hands looking awkward:
    You get clear hand placement options so the pose feels natural and professional.

A Look That Fits Your Firm

  • Match your firm’s style:
    Choose a clean studio look or an environmental background that feels consistent with your practice and website.
  • Consistent framing for teams:
    If you are coordinating headshots for an entire firm, we keep crop, lighting, and expression guidance consistent so the team reads cohesive. For firm-wide scheduling and website imagery, see Law Firm Headshots & Photography.
  • Thumbnail-safe options:
    We capture variations that still read well when a directory or firm site displays your headshot small.
  • Approachable authority:
    Posing and expression are guided so you look confident and credible, without looking stiff or overly posed.

Lighting and Retouching, Kept Natural

  • Clean, professional lighting:
    Studio and on-location setups are designed to feel polished and flattering, with a timeless look that suits legal bios.
  • Natural retouching:
    Retouching is subtle and realistic, focused on a clean, professional finish that still looks like you.
  • Backdrop options that make sense for law:
    From neutral studio backgrounds to office-adjacent environments, we pick options that support your brand rather than distract from it.

Make a first impression clients, colleagues, and partners can trust. Book your lawyer headshot session today and walk away with portraits that reflect your professionalism, confidence, and authority as a legal professional.

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