July 1, 2011 — Concord, NH — Preti Flaherty announced today that attorney William C. Saturley has joined the firm as a Director and will practice with the Litigation Group from the Concord, NH office.

Saturley was previously the Managing Partner of a New England litigation firm and brings a wealth of experience in commercial, employment and intellectual property litigation to Preti Flaherty. He also handles legal malpractice and professional discipline matters. Saturley has represented clients throughout New England since 1980 and is admitted to practice in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.

He frequently authors publications and lectures on legal topics ranging from professional disputes and ethics to risk management. Saturley is listed in Best Lawyers in America and Chambers USA for his work in business litigation.

According to Jonathan S. Piper, Managing Partner of Preti Flaherty, "We are thrilled to be joined by one of New England's finest litigators. Bill's expertise in commercial litigation will only continue to strengthen our Litigation Practice in New Hampshire and Massachusetts."

Before joining Preti Flaherty, Saturley practiced with Devine Millimet, Satco, Inc. and Nelson, Kinder, Mosseau & Saturley.

He is a graduate of Dartmouth College and Harvard Law School. He is a native of Epsom, New Hampshire and resides in Concord, New Hampshire.