Our Mission

Jeffery T. Barnett, Robert J. Benvenuti III and Wesley R. Butler formed Barnett Benvenuti and Butler PLLC to offer their clients premium legal services with a focus on substance, value and efficiency. Although the firm’s greatest experience and emphasis is in health care matters, the members of BB&B are qualified and experienced to provide legal services in a variety of legal areas.

Experience. The members of BB&B have over 30 years experience gathered from the public and private sectors. Our attorneys have:

Worked in legal and executive positions at the Commonwealth's largest health care providers
Served in the highest levels of state government, advocating and articulating health policy at the state and national levels
Served as lead counsel in class action lawsuits worth over $1 Billion in Medicaid benefits
Defended health care providers from government regulators and enforced government regulations against non-compliant providers
Tried complex medical liability cases to juries
Involved in drafting or negotiating government contracts worth over $250 Million
Negotiated and written agreements with the U.S. Department of Justice and the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Influenced federal regulations and drafted the Kentucky statutes and regulations that govern health policy
Testified before legislative committees
Mediated policy disputes between the Kentucky Hospital Association and the Kentucky Medical Association

Service. BB&B is organized to provide an array of legal services to clients with unparalleled attention. The founding members believe the practice of law is a profession of service – not a business. BB&B measures its success by client satisfaction, case outcomes, firm reputation, and referrals from established clients.

Our Commitment. BB&B provides exceptional legal services by focusing on the following principles:

Integrity – Our integrity is our most valuable commodity. Whether it is a legal opinion or an estimate of costs, we stand by our word – no exceptions, no excuses.
Availability – We are available when you need us – evenings, weekends and holidays. Legal issues, particularly those involving health care matters, do not always arise during normal business hours and a delayed response only adds to a client’s liability. BB&B is committed to being available and responsive whenever and wherever our clients need us.
Communications – We will respond promptly when you call, listen carefully to your needs, and regularly update you on the progress of your matter or issue. BB&B understands that high quality legal service relies upon timely and effective communication.
Accuracy – We will provide you accurate legal advice targeted to your objectives. Our vast knowledge and experience helps us pinpoint the issue or issues and find the most efficient and effective solution.
Flexibility – Our organizational structure allows flexibility to treat each client individually. Whether you need a flexible billing arrangement or attorneys with flexible schedules, BB&B is committed to meeting your particular needs.