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In their recent article for the Daily Journal, The Future of Business Litigation, Bienert Katzman Littrell Williams LLP managing partner John L. Littrell and associate Olivia L. Weber discuss the advantages of hiring boutique law firms when big law firms’ ever-increasing rates become challenging and solo practitioners may lack the necessary tools to handle a dispute.

"Often, boutique firms were formed by entrepreneurial attorneys who had the gusto to break away and run their own businesses, and who intimately understand what it takes to run a business and litigate. . . . Boutiques are uniquely positioned to represent clients in bet-the-company cases because they are nimble, cost-effective, and employ exceptional attorneys who often bring a range of life experiences and legal expertise to the table."

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John L. Littrell

John L. Littrell

John represents individuals and businesses in high-stakes disputes. A specialist in white collar defense and investigations, John has handled all types of fraud cases as well as public corruption and bribery offenses, violations of international trade and export laws, anti-kickback statutes and regulatory offenses.  He also represents both relators and […]

Olivia L. Weber

Olivia L. Weber

Olivia focuses her practice on complex litigation disputes.  Her cases have spanned high-stakes claims for both plaintiffs and defendants including copyright and patent law matters, federal and state antitrust and unfair competition claims (including class action), false advertising claims, breach of contract and licensing disputes, federal Indian law issues, and […]

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