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Brian Christopher Vertz

Brian Christopher Vertz

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Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas
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  • 25% Divorce / Separation
    20 years
  • 20% Child Support
    20 years
  • 15% Marriage / Prenuptials
  • 10% Alimony
    20 years
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Contact Information
  • Pollock Begg Komar Glasser & Vertz LLC
    437 Grant Street
    Suite 501
    Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    Office: 412-471-9000
    Fax: 412-471-9001
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Brian Vertz is a Pittsburgh family lawyer who has nearly 20 years of experience in settlement, litigation and appeals, including divorce , child support ,... more

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Christian K. Lassen II

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Endorsement from lawyer: Christian Lassen , Philadelphia (PA), Over 2 years ago
Stephen S. Photopoulos

I have had the pleasure of working with Brian on several matters. His legal skills are top notch and he is an outstanding advocate in the courtroom.... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Stephen Photopoulos , Glenshaw (PA), Almost 3 years ago

Résumé

 

License

21 years since Brian Christopher Vertz was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Georgia Active Member in Good Standing 2006 05/03/2013
Pennsylvania Active 1992 05/14/2013
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Partner at Pollock Begg Komar Glasser & Vertz LLC 2001–present
Senior Associate at Reed Smith Shaw & McClay 1994–1999

Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of Pittsburgh School of Law Juris Doctor 1992
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Finance Master of Business Administration 1991
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Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Best Lawyer Best Lawyers in America 2012
Best Lawyer - Family Law Best Lawyers in America 2011
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Area Governor Toastmasters International 2009–2010
Vice President Mellon Toastmasters 2008–2009
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Portfolio

Contribution
Contributor Level 8
Answers: 3 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers - chosen by asker
1 Answer marked "I agree" by other lawyers
3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 7 Legal Guides
1 Staff Pick
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Slicing the Pie: Equitable Distribution in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI) 2010
Child Support Drafting Marital Settlement Agreements 2009
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Speaking Engagements
Presentation Name Conference Date
Ethical Considerations in Family Law American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers 2012
Creating Custody Orders that Meet the Developmental Needs of Children Penna. Conference of State Trial Judges 2011
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