Scaling with Purpose: Tim Semelroth on Growing a Law Firm and a Legacy

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In this episode, David sits down with Tim Semelroth, the founder and managing partner of RSH Legal, Iowa’s largest injury and disability law firm with 17 attorneys across three offices. Tim shares the key decisions, meaningful pivots, and guiding principles that shaped his journey, from discovering mock trial in junior high to building and leading a thriving, multi-practice law firm.

His success isn’t just measured by case wins, but by the pride he takes in watching others grow- whether it’s the lawyers developing their careers at RSH Legal or the middle and high school students he continues to coach through mock trial.

Tim offers candid insights into building a sustainable, mission-driven practice, including how to diversify revenue streams and recruit top-tier talent. He opens up about his passion for teaching, why he remains deeply committed to coaching youth mock trial teams, and the importance of developing not just great lawyers, but great people. While many focus on building a firm, Tim is building a legacy that lasts far beyond the courtroom.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

💼 Lessons in building firm culture across multiple locations

📚 How mock trial changed Tim’s life, and how he's passing it on

🏛️ The value of diversifying revenue streams in a law practice

🗣️ The power of staying connected to every client you’ve ever served

🐷 A taste of Iowa: pork tenderloins, wrestling, and small-town roots

Get in Touch with Tim and the Team:

RSH Legal:

https://www.fightingforfairness.com/

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Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsemelroth/

Injured? Begin the process here:

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers: https://www.scottvicknair.com/

Car Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/car-accident-lawyer/

Truck Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/truck-accident-lawyer/

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/

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Visit Scott Law Group – Estate Counsel: https://www.louisianasuccessionattorney.com/

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