Richard Celestin Consulting Group, LLC is a unique legal consulting and educational service provider founded by attorney Richard Celestin, Esq., specializing in youth empowerment, skill development, and college and career readiness programs. Established in 2009, the recipient of President Barack Obama’s Race to the Top Education Initiative, the firm stands out for its innovative approach to blending legal training with youth mentorship, serving over 100 schools across New York City, Long Island, and New Jersey.
With over twelve years of experience, Richard Celestin brings a distinctive perspective as a former public school student, attorney, professor, and motivational speaker. The firm focuses on empowering at-risk youth and students of color through programs that build critical thinking, advocacy, and personal development skills. Its offerings are designed for elementary, middle, and high school students, as well as parents, teachers, and professionals, emphasizing real-world applicability and holistic support.
Services Offered
- Young Debaters Program (award-winning skill development program teaching debate, advocacy, public speaking, and critical thinking)
- Youth Empowerment Workshops (covering critical thinking, soft skills, social media awareness, conflict resolution, healthy relationships, goal setting, and college/career readiness)
- Young Men’s Empowerment Workshops (based on the book “Evolving into Manhood,” focusing on positive mindset development)
- Parent Empowerment Workshops (topics include social media awareness, vaping, marijuana laws, self-care, stress management, and job readiness)
- Professional Development for Teachers (covering criminal justice, marijuana laws, soft skills, and college/career readiness strategies)
- Keynote Speaking (for events such as graduations, career days, and school assemblies)
- Motivational Speaking and Inspirational Sessions
- Consulting for Youth Program Development
- Legal Skill Development Programs
- School Assembly Presentations
Services are available in New York City, Long Island, and New Jersey, with programs offered in schools, community centers, churches, and other organizational settings. Richard Celestin is also an adjunct professor teaching public speaking, critical thinking, criminal justice, and social justice, and is a best-selling author of empowerment-focused books.
