Brian Vertz

Brian C. Vertz is a distinguished attorney based in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, celebrated for his dedication and skill in family law. With three decades of experience, he adeptly manages cases involving child support, international custody disputes, and divorces that require asset tracing and business valuation. His expertise extends to handling matters for small businesses, licensed professionals, and executives.

Trained in mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law, Brian resolves disputes efficiently outside the courtroom. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), having passed a rigorous examination that underscores his professionalism and commitment. As a Past President of the Pennsylvania chapter, he actively participates in national committees and serves as an officer of the AAML Foundation, which supports charitable causes for children and families.

Brian is also a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers, focusing on cross-border custody and divorce matters, including Hague Convention cases. His advocacy is evident in both trial and appellate courts, where he handles complex divorce cases, including business valuation and enforcement of prenuptial agreements.

An authority on financial aspects of divorce, Brian authored a nationally-distributed reference book on divorce taxation. He earned an MBA alongside his law degree and holds a CVA in business valuation. His professional excellence has been recognized with the 2019 Best Lawyer of the Year award for family law in Pennsylvania by Best Lawyers in America and as one of the Top 50 Super Lawyers in Pittsburgh. He also holds Martindale Hubbell's AV-Preeminent rating for ethics and skill.