The Timeless Practice
Website Design Proposal
A Website Built to Match Your Ambition
About Us
Scalebeyond
Digital
Scalebeyond Digital is a full-service web design and digital strategy studio based in Lagos, Nigeria. Founded in 2018, we build websites that do more than look good — we build them to work for the businesses that own them.
7
Years in Operation
100+
Projects Delivered
150+
Brands Worked With
What We Do
Brand-Led Web Design
Mobile App Development
UI/UX Prototyping
Digital Marketing
CMS Integration
Social Media Management
Digital Strategy
Branding and Design
The Brief
What The Timeless Practice Needs
Digital Authority
A world-class online presence that puts The Timeless Practice alongside Nigeria's leading firms.
Structured Scalability
A clean, expandable site built to handle growth without cluttering navigation or requiring constant rebuilds.
Business Development
Lead capture forms and publication-linked attorney profiles that actively create opportunities.
Content-Ready Framework
Structure built first, content dropped in second. Clear brief means less back-and-forth and a faster delivery.
Competitive Analysis
Benchmarking Nigeria's Top Law Firms
Five firms studied. Here is what separates the ones that work from the ones that don't.
Templars
Primary Benchmark
The gold standard for Nigerian law firm websites. Great use of color, typography, and subtle animation. Their Sectors page is particularly impressive: clean, expandable, and built to scale without overloading the menu.
Scalable sectors navigation
Subtle page transitions
Strong About and People pages
Olaniwun Ajayi
Strong Reference
Same quality as Templars but leans harder into photography. Full-bleed images on every page header, strong lawyer profiles, and publications tied directly to the attorneys who wrote them.
Full-bleed hero photography
Publications linked to lawyers
Careers page done right
Aluko & Oyebode
Reference
Clean and professional, with a page structure very similar to the others. Solid stat displays for firm credibility and a consistent, no-fuss navigation that works well at scale.
Impact statistics display
Clean page structure
Scalable people directory
Banwo & Ighodalo
Reference
A standard professional law firm site. Follows the same structural blueprint as the others. Does not have the visual polish of Templars or Olaniwun Ajayi, but the bones are there.
Standard firm structure
Awards and recognition display
Odoma & Co
Avoid
Outdated design, dull colors, aging structure. This is the baseline most Nigerian legal websites are stuck at. This is exactly what The Timeless Practice needs to leave behind.
Outdated visual language
Dull color palette
Reference Sites in Context
What the Best Are Doing
Templars Law
Borrow: Sectors that expand in place, no sub-menu clutter. Great typography rhythm and color system.
Olaniwun Ajayi
Borrow: Full-bleed image page headers. Publications linked directly to the lawyer who authored them.
Aluko & Oyebode
Borrow: Stat blocks for impact. Clean people directory with search. Consistent structural patterns across every page.
What We Learned
Six Insights That Shape the Design
Distilled from five firms. A clear picture of what separates elite from average.
1
Structure
Sectors, Not Menus
Top firms let sectors expand in place. No layered sub-menus. One clean page with expandable rows that scales as the firm grows.
2
Photography
Images Lead Every Page
Full-bleed photography on page headers signals confidence. Every internal page gets its own visual identity.
3
People
Lawyers Are the Brand
Attorney profiles are not afterthoughts. They show practice focus, sectors covered, and everything the lawyer has published.
4
Thought Leadership
Publications Build Authority
Articles and publications are linked directly to the attorney who wrote them. That loop builds credibility on both ends.
5
Typography
Type Is the Primary Visual
The best firms use serif-led type systems. Bold, editorial typesetting communicates prestige before a single word is read.
6
Business Dev
Every Page Should Convert
Contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, and social handles are woven throughout. Not tacked on at the end as an afterthought.
Sitemap
Proposed Website Architecture
The Timeless Practice
Home
Hero + CTA
About Overview
Featured Practice Areas
Key Statistics
News and Insights
About
The Firm
Vision and Mission
What We Do
Our Values
Expertise
Sectors (expandable)
Practice Areas
Sub-pages per Practice
Our People
Lawyer Directory
Profile Pages
Sector Tags
Insights
News and Publications
Single Article Pages
Author-linked Posts
Careers
Image Hero Header
Open Positions
Application Form
Contact
Contact Form
Office Locations
Social Handles
Home Page
The firm's front door. Drawing from Olaniwun Ajayi's image-forward approach and Templars' structural clarity.
Full-bleed hero with firm tagline and primary CTALarge imagery, layered typography, scroll prompt
Animated stat counters for credibility at a glanceYears established, clients served, practice areas
Featured Practice Areas grid with hover effectsModeled on Templars' expandable sector display
Latest News and Publications carouselLinked to the author's attorney profile
Inspired by Olaniwun Ajayi (imagery) and Templars (structure)Mixing the two strongest references for maximum impact
About The Firm
Trust, credibility, and the firm's story. The emotional anchor of the whole website.
Full-bleed image hero with page title overlayLaw library, courtroom, or office photography
Year of establishment and founding storyTimeline-style or narrative paragraph
Vision, Mission, and Our ValuesThree-column editorial layout, clean and typographic
Expertise
Sectors and Practice Areas. The core business showcase, modeled directly on Templars' sector page approach.
Sectors with expandable accordion rows, no sub-menusAviation, Capital Markets, Energy, Fintech, Healthcare...
Practice Areas listing with dedicated sub-pages per practiceFinance, Media, Corporate, Litigation, Real Estate...
Each sector and practice links to relevant attorneysCross-links between People and Expertise pages
Reference: Templars sectors page. Single view, click to expand. Scales infinitely as the firm grows.
Our People
Lawyers are the brand. Individual profiles elevate every attorney as a practice expert and thought leader.
Lawyers archive with photo grid, name, and roleFilter by practice area or sector
Profile page or popup per attorneyBio, sectors, practice focus, and authored publications
Reference: Authored publications section displayed under each lawyer's profile.
News and Insights
Thought leadership hub. Publications, news, and articles that build authority and drive SEO over time.
Publications listing as a card grid with featured imageCategory filters: News, Publications, Alerts
Single article pages with full content layoutClean reading experience, share buttons, related articles
Each article links back to the authoring attorneyCreates the credibility loop between People and Insights
Careers
Talent attraction page. Image-led and compelling, modeled on Olaniwun Ajayi's photography-first approach.
Full-bleed image hero with the firm's talent propositionLaw library or office photography for warmth and professionalism
Open vacancies with application CTAInline form or link to application portal
Reference: Olaniwun Ajayi Careers page. Full-bleed photography sets the tone instantly.
Contact Us
The conversion endpoint. Clean, professional, and easy to use on any device.
Enquiry form: name, company, matter type, messageRouted directly to the firm's email inbox
Office location with Google Maps embedLagos office address with a visual map
Social media handles: LinkedIn, Twitter/X, InstagramFooter-integrated across every page
Our Work
Selected Projects
A snapshot of the brands and organisations we have worked with across industries and continents.
50+ Projects Delivered
The Developer
Timilehin
Kolawole
Kolawole
Founder, Scalebeyond Digital
Timi started Scalebeyond in 2018 with one straightforward goal: to build websites that actually do something for the people who own them. Seven years later, the agency has grown into a full-service digital studio that has worked with over 100 brands across four continents, from clinics in Lagos to defence insurers in France.
He brings the same attention to every project: understand the business first, then build something that fits it properly. That is why the brands that come to Scalebeyond tend to stay.
He brings the same attention to every project: understand the business first, then build something that fits it properly. That is why the brands that come to Scalebeyond tend to stay.
Delivery Plan
3-Week Project Timeline
Week 1
Discovery and Setup
Kick-off meeting with Simeon Okoduwa
Technical credentials and login handover
Domain and hosting access setup
Brand asset collection (logo, colors, fonts)
Content brief distributed to the firm
SEO keyword research begins
Week 2
Design and Development
Wireframes and layout design
Homepage and key interior pages developed
Content populated from firm brief
SEO structure implemented
Attorney profiles and sectors built
Forms and integrations connected
Week 3
Review and Launch
Client review round, feedback incorporated
Cross-device testing (mobile, tablet, desktop)
Speed and performance optimisation
Final content sign-off
Domain pointed and SSL certificate
Site goes live
✓
Delivered within 21 days of kick-off
Project Investment
Total Project
Cost
Nigerian Naira (₦)
400,000
One-time fixed project fee
All pages, all features, and the revision round are included in this fee. No hidden costs, no surprises after the fact.
What is Included
01
Full Website Design and Development
All 10+ pages: Home, About, Expertise, People, Insights, Careers, Contact, and policy pages
02
Content Strategy and SEO Setup
Keyword research, meta structure, and on-page SEO for all primary pages
03
Mobile and Tablet Responsive Design
Full cross-device testing and optimisation across all modern browsers
04
CMS and Forms Integration
Self-manageable content system plus enquiry and careers application forms
05
Social Media Integration
Social handles linked and embedded across the website footer, contact page, and relevant sections
06
Revision Round and Site Launch
One structured round of client revisions, then live deployment within 21 days
Moving Forward
How We Begin
01
Approve and Commit
Review this proposal, confirm the scope, and we schedule a kick-off meeting at your convenience. Straightforward from here.
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02
Come to the Office
We present the finalised proposal in person. Share credentials, content brief, and any firm materials. Everything the build needs.
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03
Content Development
We build the structure, the firm drops in content against our brief. A clear framework means less back-and-forth and faster delivery.
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04
Review and Launch
Week 3: client review, revisions incorporated, final approval, and the new website goes live. On time. On brief.
Project Agreement
Terms & Conditions
Scalebeyond Digital · scalebeyond.digital
Prepared for: The Timeless Practice
April 2026
Prepared for: The Timeless Practice
April 2026
Scope of Work
Work delivered is limited to what is described in this proposal. Any additions or changes to the agreed scope will be discussed, documented, and quoted separately before work begins.
Payment Terms
A deposit of 50% (₦200,000 NGN) is due before the project commences. The remaining 50% (₦200,000 NGN) is due upon final delivery and before the site is transferred to the client's hosting environment.
Commencement
The 21-day project timeline begins from the date the deposit is received and the kick-off meeting has taken place. Delays in payment or content delivery will extend the timeline accordingly.
Revisions
Three rounds of revisions are included within the agreed scope. A revision round covers reasonable amends to existing design and copy. Requests to substantially change the direction, structure, or features of the site are treated as scope changes.
Client Responsibilities
The client agrees to supply all required content including copy, attorney bios, and brand assets within an agreed timeline. Delays in content supply are the primary cause of project overruns and will shift the delivery date.
Intellectual Property
Full ownership of the completed website transfers to the client upon receipt of final payment. Scalebeyond Digital retains the right to display the project in its portfolio and case studies unless the client requests otherwise in writing.
Third-Party Costs
Domain registration, hosting, premium plugins(if needed), and any third-party integrations are not included in the quoted fee unless explicitly stated. The client is responsible for these costs directly.
Confidentiality
Both parties agree to treat all shared materials, business information, and communications as confidential and not to disclose them to third parties without written consent, for the duration of the project and thereafter.
Cancellation
If the client cancels after work has commenced, the deposit is non-refundable. If Scalebeyond Digital cancels the project, the deposit will be returned in full. Cancellation must be made in writing by either party.
Post-Launch Support
A 7-day support window is included after launch to address any bugs or technical issues arising directly from the build. General content updates, new features, or ongoing maintenance after this period are billed separately.
Limitation of Liability
Scalebeyond Digital is not liable for losses arising from third-party service outages, hosting failures, or client-side errors after handover. Our liability is limited to the value of the fees paid under this agreement.
Governing Law
This agreement is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any disputes arising from this project will be resolved through good-faith negotiation before any formal legal process is pursued.
The Timeless Practice
Ready to Build Something
Timeless?
A website worthy of your reputation, delivered in 21 days.
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Timilehin Kolawole
Agency
Scalebeyond Digital
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Scalebeyond Digital · Est. 2018 · 100+ Brands · Working with the best in the world