Brendan B. Kelly

Partner

Brendan B. Kelly is a partner in the firm’s Pittsburgh office and the manager of SJ National Consulting, which represents commercial real estate taxpayers across the country.  His practice is dedicated exclusively to taxpayer advisement and advocacy, with a focus on minimizing tax liabilities, resolving disputes with taxing authorities, and protecting the value of clients’ real estate assets.

Brendan brings a dual perspective to his work as both an attorney and an appraiser. Although he no longer practices appraisal, his valuation experience spans a wide range of commercial property types and continues to inform his strategic approach to complex tax matters.  As a litigator, he has successfully represented clients ranging from local businesses to Fortune 500 companies in both federal and state courts.

Brendan’s combined legal and appraisal background allows him to offer clients deep insight into evolving valuation trends and defend their interests with credibility and precision.
 

Education

  • Miami University (Ohio), BA, Business Journalism
  • University of San Diego School of Law, JD
  • Currently a Candidate for Designation by the Appraisal Institute

Bar Admissions

  • Pennsylvania
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania

Professional Associations

  • American Property Tax Council
  • Appraisal Institute
  • NAIOP Commercial Real Estate Development Association, Pittsburgh Chapter

Selected Publications