Testimonials
In previous years, the Future Firm Forum has attracted decision-makers from law firms on both sides of the Tasman. Here are some comments from delegates who have attended in previous years
"I have attended these sort of things for years with our partners’ retreats and staff continuing education conferences but you really do have something special there Simon ...part of the success is the small group with frank discussion and a range of relevant topics.” Sam Bassett, Partner, Markhams, Auckland
'Just to say a very big thank you Simon for convening and hosting another great Forum in 2011. Stimulating sessions from all speakers, generating lots of innovative ideas, as well as enjoyable company, nice food and sensational NZ wine, all taking place in a very tranquil post card setting. I'd give it a 10/10 again this year and I'll definitely be aiming to come back next year.' David Sharrock, Partner, Sharrock Pitman, Melbourne
“Brilliant!! Superb speakers, fantastic group of people who were happy to share their valuable experience. After the year from hell in Christchurch (with the Earthquakes) I came away reinvigorated and with a lot of very helpful ideas and information. Very well organised and run, in a stunning setting. Thank you so much - I will definitely come back next year.” Trish Greenwood, GM, Malley and Co, Christchurch
"It is difficult to emphasis enough how important the Future Firm Forum is to the legal profession. How can you plan if you don't know where you're going. How can you know where you're going if you don't understand the changing landscape. The Future Firm Forum is an essential "must attend" if you are serious about your future in the legal profession. It will open your eyes!" - Ian Blackman, BlackmanSpargo, Rotorua
"The Future Firm Forum is an unrivalled opportunity for those members of the profession who are seriously committed to maintaining their professional relevance, job satisfaction and profitability, to meet in an intimate setting with like-minded colleagues. A most stimulating and rewarding weekend." - Richard Burcher, Validatum Limited - Pricing for Professionals
"The Future Firm Forum provided me with a unique insight into the legal space, nationally and internationally, with a heads-up for what we can expect in the future. Hearing first hand from experts presenting to a small select group of people interested in the profession was extremely beneficial. A must attend event for anyone fortunate enough to be invited!" - Alan Hay, NZ Law, Napier
"After 40 years of attending legal seminars it was stimulating at last to be in an intimate environment with a group of committed people, encouraged by informed presenters to focus on the issues critical to the survival of their businesses. Within days of returning to my firm I was implementing significant essential changes where I had previously lacked the confidence to act." -Dick Crush, Wilkinson Adams, Dunedin
"Probably the most enjoyable conference I have attended and the most rewarding."
- Richard Hobson, CEO, Mason Sier Turnbull. Melbourne
"I really enjoyed the weekend ranging from the useful forum style to the superb company and the dinner topped off with Richard's outstanding (singing) voice - that was such a pleasant surprise."
- Chris Moore, Partner, Meredith Connell, Auckland
"The speakers were dynamic and enthusiastic. They gave me a great deal to think about in relation to legal and business practice. I enjoyed the company of the other conference attendees who came from a variety of backgrounds and legal practices." - Miranda Thompson, Lloyd and Lloyd, Sydney
"The best strategic law practice event I have ever attended. The speakers are world-class, and the weekend gave me significant new insights into the future of enjoyable and profitable legal practice which I have been attempting to apply since. My clients have taken to my “changed” approach to the practice of law, and I have never enjoyed my professional life more. The interaction experienced at the Forum will - I guarantee – challenge your views of our profession, and ultimately will assist you to be better at what you do. It is no coincidence that past attendees at the two previous Forums held in New Zealand have between them won multiple NZ Law Awards."- Mark Copeland, MJC Legal Ltd, Rotorua
"The Future Firm Forum 2010 was a most enjoyable and rewarding escape, providing plenty of ideas for the strategic direction of my practice." - David Sharrock, Sharrock Pitman, Melbourne
"The Forum gave an excellent "Future Law Firm" perspective from the varied participation of CEO's, Partners and Consultants which will become a foundation for our next strategic planning session." - Barry Berger, Berger Kordos, Melbourne
"Rewarding on a professional and personal level."
- Patrick See, Partner, Lloyd and Lloyd, Sydney
"Good topics, good company, good venue; well worthwhile."
- Pam Brian, Practice Manager, White Fox & Jones, Christchurch
"The most insightful and useful forum I have been to since I have been in the business of law. The forum challenged my paradigm to be more client focused and further motivated me to commit to the operation of our business."
- Chris Spargo, Partner, BlackmanSpargo, Rotorua
"I found the whole experience stimulating, thought provoking and enjoyable. The venue, the food and the people were first rate. A very satisfying weekend."
- Robert Vincent, Partner, RSM Law, Timaru
"Many thanks for a most rewarding and enjoyable experience. As baby boomers give way to Gen X and Y, clients and technology, compliance and market demands for delivering more value for less cost, this was the ideal forum for all lawyers of the future. Please reserve my seat for next year."
Tony Gray, Managing Director, SynergyGray, Brisbane
"I have attended these sort of things for years with our partners’ retreats and staff continuing education conferences but you really do have something special there Simon ...part of the success is the small group with frank discussion and a range of relevant topics.” Sam Bassett, Partner, Markhams, Auckland
'Just to say a very big thank you Simon for convening and hosting another great Forum in 2011. Stimulating sessions from all speakers, generating lots of innovative ideas, as well as enjoyable company, nice food and sensational NZ wine, all taking place in a very tranquil post card setting. I'd give it a 10/10 again this year and I'll definitely be aiming to come back next year.' David Sharrock, Partner, Sharrock Pitman, Melbourne
“Brilliant!! Superb speakers, fantastic group of people who were happy to share their valuable experience. After the year from hell in Christchurch (with the Earthquakes) I came away reinvigorated and with a lot of very helpful ideas and information. Very well organised and run, in a stunning setting. Thank you so much - I will definitely come back next year.” Trish Greenwood, GM, Malley and Co, Christchurch
"It is difficult to emphasis enough how important the Future Firm Forum is to the legal profession. How can you plan if you don't know where you're going. How can you know where you're going if you don't understand the changing landscape. The Future Firm Forum is an essential "must attend" if you are serious about your future in the legal profession. It will open your eyes!" - Ian Blackman, BlackmanSpargo, Rotorua
"The Future Firm Forum is an unrivalled opportunity for those members of the profession who are seriously committed to maintaining their professional relevance, job satisfaction and profitability, to meet in an intimate setting with like-minded colleagues. A most stimulating and rewarding weekend." - Richard Burcher, Validatum Limited - Pricing for Professionals
"The Future Firm Forum provided me with a unique insight into the legal space, nationally and internationally, with a heads-up for what we can expect in the future. Hearing first hand from experts presenting to a small select group of people interested in the profession was extremely beneficial. A must attend event for anyone fortunate enough to be invited!" - Alan Hay, NZ Law, Napier
"After 40 years of attending legal seminars it was stimulating at last to be in an intimate environment with a group of committed people, encouraged by informed presenters to focus on the issues critical to the survival of their businesses. Within days of returning to my firm I was implementing significant essential changes where I had previously lacked the confidence to act." -Dick Crush, Wilkinson Adams, Dunedin
"Probably the most enjoyable conference I have attended and the most rewarding."
- Richard Hobson, CEO, Mason Sier Turnbull. Melbourne
"I really enjoyed the weekend ranging from the useful forum style to the superb company and the dinner topped off with Richard's outstanding (singing) voice - that was such a pleasant surprise."
- Chris Moore, Partner, Meredith Connell, Auckland
"The speakers were dynamic and enthusiastic. They gave me a great deal to think about in relation to legal and business practice. I enjoyed the company of the other conference attendees who came from a variety of backgrounds and legal practices." - Miranda Thompson, Lloyd and Lloyd, Sydney
"The best strategic law practice event I have ever attended. The speakers are world-class, and the weekend gave me significant new insights into the future of enjoyable and profitable legal practice which I have been attempting to apply since. My clients have taken to my “changed” approach to the practice of law, and I have never enjoyed my professional life more. The interaction experienced at the Forum will - I guarantee – challenge your views of our profession, and ultimately will assist you to be better at what you do. It is no coincidence that past attendees at the two previous Forums held in New Zealand have between them won multiple NZ Law Awards."- Mark Copeland, MJC Legal Ltd, Rotorua
"The Future Firm Forum 2010 was a most enjoyable and rewarding escape, providing plenty of ideas for the strategic direction of my practice." - David Sharrock, Sharrock Pitman, Melbourne
"The Forum gave an excellent "Future Law Firm" perspective from the varied participation of CEO's, Partners and Consultants which will become a foundation for our next strategic planning session." - Barry Berger, Berger Kordos, Melbourne
"Rewarding on a professional and personal level."
- Patrick See, Partner, Lloyd and Lloyd, Sydney
"Good topics, good company, good venue; well worthwhile."
- Pam Brian, Practice Manager, White Fox & Jones, Christchurch
"The most insightful and useful forum I have been to since I have been in the business of law. The forum challenged my paradigm to be more client focused and further motivated me to commit to the operation of our business."
- Chris Spargo, Partner, BlackmanSpargo, Rotorua
"I found the whole experience stimulating, thought provoking and enjoyable. The venue, the food and the people were first rate. A very satisfying weekend."
- Robert Vincent, Partner, RSM Law, Timaru
"Many thanks for a most rewarding and enjoyable experience. As baby boomers give way to Gen X and Y, clients and technology, compliance and market demands for delivering more value for less cost, this was the ideal forum for all lawyers of the future. Please reserve my seat for next year."
Tony Gray, Managing Director, SynergyGray, Brisbane
