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Dec. 13, 2021

Practice makes perfect

Preparation is critical for Beverly Hills business and entertainment litigation boutique Gutman Law

From left: John F. Juenger and Alan S. Gutman of Gutman Law in Beverly Hills (Douglas S Saunders Sr / Daily Journal)

Longtime litigator Alan S. Gutman has a straightforward description for his complex relationship with the courtroom.

"I'm miserable preparing for trial and terrified leading up to it," Gutman said, "and then exhilarated in the midst of one."

After graduating from Southwestern University School of Law and passing the bar in 1987, Gutman worked for a time at a personal injury and criminal defense firm... (continued)

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