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TheRemsenGroup excels at making Firm Retreats an empowering, effective communication tool for strategic change.
If your partners dedicate their time and effort to join together as a group, shouldn’t the result be more than a “state-of-the-firm” address and an afternoon of golf? Consider what these firms say about our ability to transform a Retreat into a tool for advancing into the future.
“John Remsen is energy, enthusiasm and expertise bundled in one package. He presents the truth about what works and what doesn’t work in a way that captures your attention and motivates you to make positive changes. We still have attorneys quoting stories, examples and hard facts from John, even six months after our retreat. He really made an impact.”
William R. Lowman, Jr. Managing Shareholder Shuffield Lowman Orlando, Florida
“We hired John because of his extensive experience working with law firms and his track record helping them organize retreats. During the planning process, he met with numerous firm leaders to seek their input, and then put together a terrific program. We were very pleased.”
Reid C. Wilson, Esq. Managing Shareholder Wilson Cribbs & Goren Houston, Texas
“John is an articulate and enthusiastic speaker who believes what he says. He should. It works.”
Ray Werner, Esq. Managing Partner Arnstein & Lehr, LLP Illinois, Florida and Wisconsin
“John Remsen brilliantly communicates his profound understanding of law firm marketing, its opportunities and its pitfalls. He really connected with our members and focused them on the issues they face and how to successfully address them. Many of our international members commented on was how well John was able to extrapolate his thorough understanding of the United States law firm culture and market to the concerns of firms operating in other markets. For all his energy and bounce on stage, John is very laid back, easy to work with, and has a great ‘can-do’ outlook.”
Christian Campbell Assistant Director International Business Law Consortium Salzburg, Austria
“During our seminar, John Remsen provided us with an excellent marketing roadmap for both experienced and less experienced attorneys. He was able to focus his presentation on our particular type of practice. It was well received by partners and associates alike. The 5 hours of CLE credit were a real bonus as well.”
Joseph H. Serota, Esq. Managing Partner Weiss Serota Helfman Pastoriza Cole & Boniske Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Florida
“We hired John Remsen based on his reputation as the leading legal marketing consultant in the Southeast. We were pleased with his presentation covering everything from why business development is necessary for associates and the importance of an individual marketing plan. Our associates were particularly happy with the depth and usefulness of the handout materials which included articles, tips, checklists and other tools for their business development planning.”
Brenda L. Stewart Executive Director Leatherwood Walker Todd & Mann, P.C. Greenville, South Carolina
“John gave one of the best presentations on law firm marketing I have ever heard. Although we were hesitant at first, we are glad we followed his advice to invite several of our top clients to participate, as well.”
Allan B. Diamond, Esq. Managing Partner Diamond McCarthy Houston, Texas
“John worked with our firm to orchestrate an educational and thought provoking panel discussion with some of our top clients. He proved himself to be a talented speaker and facilitator who is passionate about legal marketing and the importance of building better client relationships”
William H. Needle, Esq. Founder and Managing Partner Needle & Rosenberg, PC Atlanta, Georgia
“Thank you for participation at our 2002 Firm Retreat. Our attorneys not only enthusiastically received your comments, but are actively implementing many of the practices you recommend. You also made them understand the importance of following through.”
Steve A. Matthews, Esq. Managing Partner Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, PA Columbia, South Carolina
“Thank you for the exceptional presentation at our Firm Retreat this weekend. I’ve rarely seen partners (who are usually jaded about everything) receive a presentation so enthusiastically. You certainly jump-started our future marketing efforts.”
Ronald B. Ravikoff, Esq. Marketing Partner Zuckerman Speader LLP Washington, DC
“John put together the best retreat our law firm has ever had. The substance and depth of material he presented far exceeded what we have received from previous consultants our firm has hired. We highly recommend The Remsen Group to any law firm looking for help to develop its long-term strategy and marketing program. “
Carey J. Messina, Esq. Managing Partner Kean, Miller, Hawthorne, D’Armond Baton Rouge, Louisiana

