Jennifer A. Brandt

Chair, Family Law

Recent News:

Susan Smith, Who Drowned Her Sons, Is Denied Parole

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Live Now Fox to discuss Susan Smith’s case and the potential reasons behind the denial of her parole.

Jennifer is chair of the firm's Family Law group. She has significant experience representing parties in divorce, custody, and support/alimony matters throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. She assists parties with paternity issues, adoptions,  and matters concerning assisted reproduction technology. She also negotiates prenuptial, post-nuptial and cohabitation agreements and mediates and arbitrates family law cases.

Jennifer represents a wide array of clients. In Pennsylvania, she regularly represents clients in Philadelphia, the Main Line, and local counties such as Montgomery, Chester, Delaware, Bucks and Berks as well as others. In New Jersey, she assists parties throughout the state including Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Mercer, Atlantic, and Cape May counties as well as others. 

A recognized legal analyst by the media, Jennifer appears regularly on national and local television and radio. She can be seen nationally on Court TV, CNN, Fox News Network, MSNBC, HLN, ABC and NBC. Jennifer appears weekly on Court TV’s “Closing Arguments with Vinnie Politan.” She has appeared on television shows such as “The O'Reilly Factor,” “Your World With Neil Cavuto,” “HLN Prime News,” “ABC World News Tonight,” and the “Today Show,” as well as the Dr. Drew Midday Live Radio Show.  Locally she appears on Fox 29, where she is a contributor to Good Day Philadelphia, KYW-TV (CBS 3), WPVI (6ABC), WCAU (NBC 10), and KYW News Radio.

Relying on her vast experience in family law, Jennifer frequently writes and contributes to numerous publications. Her articles and quotes have appeared in various publications such as the Huffington Post, Forbes.com, Fox Business.com, The Philly Post, Allparenting.com, The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Philadelphia Business Journal, the National Law Journal, the American Journal of Family Law, ABA magazines,  Main Line Today magazine and USA TODAY. Jennifer is the editor of Family Law Focus, a legal blog addressing current issues in family law. She also writes a monthly blog post for the Martindale-Avvo blog, "Ask Attorney Jennifer B." 

Jennifer lectures regularly and plans courses for attorneys and other professionals on the topic of family law for organizations such as the American Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Institute, the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants and New Jersey ICLE. She has been a featured speaker at the Avvo Lawyernomics Conference in Las Vegas and was the keynote speaker at the American Board of Vocational Experts' national conference in San Antonio, Texas.  She also teaches a course on divorce for Main Line School Night in Lower Merion, PA.

Jennifer has been named vice chair of the American Bar Association Family Law Section (FLS) for the 2023-24 bar year. She is also the co-vice chair of the ABA FLS Diversity Committee. She is a former member of the ABA FLS Finance Committee and former liaison to the ABA Standing Committee on Professionalism. Jennifer is the former ABA FLS Liaison to the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, former chair of the Program Support Committee, and former member of Council and former secretary of the ABA Family Law Section. She is also the former chair of the Sponsorship Committee and a former member of the Strategic Planning Committee and the CLE Committee of the ABA Family Law Section. Jennifer is the former co-vice-chair of the ABA FLS Bylaws Committee, a former member of the Law Practice Management Committee, and a former member of the Scope and Correlation Committee.

In addition, Jennifer is active in state and local bar association family law sections. She is co-chair of the Pennsylvania Bar Association Children’s Rights Committee. Jennifer is the former chair of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Membership Committee and a former member of its Executive Committee. She is a member of the Camden County Family Law Committee, and served as a panelist for the Matrimonial Early Settlement Panel program in Camden County. Jennifer is also a former member of the Thomas J. Forkin American Inn of Court in Family Law in New Jersey.

Jennifer has been ranked Band 1: Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth by Chambers and Partners. She has been named as a “Super Lawyer” in family law by Philadelphia Magazine every year since 2015.  She has also been named a Top Lawyer in family law by Suburban Life magazine for consecutive years. Jennifer was recognized by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of 25 "Women of Distinction," an award which spotlights the region's most influential business women from every industry and profession. She was also named a "Power Woman" by Main Line Today magazine. Jennifer was one of American Lawyer Media’s “Lawyers on the Fast Track,” and subsequently was asked to be a judge for this competition.  She is also a fellow of the American Bar Foundation, an organization of select lawyers dedicated to expanding knowledge and advancing justice.

Jennifer received her law degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School where she was senior editor of the Journal of International Business Law and an Arthur Littleton Fellowship Instructor in legal research in writing. She received her Bachelor of Arts with highest honors from Rutgers University.

News

Susan Smith, Who Drowned Her Sons, Is Denied Parole

November 20, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Live Now Fox to discuss Susan Smith’s case and the potential reasons behind the denial of her parole.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Melody Farris and Jennifer Gledhill’s Cases on Court TV’s Opening Statements

October 29, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Court TV’s Opening Statements to discuss Gary and Melody Farris’ daughter Amanda Farris Bruce’s testimony about the search for her father.

Jennifer Brandt discusses Melody Farris on Court TV’s Think Tank

October 21, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss Melody Farris, who is charged with killing her husband.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Leilani Simon and Suzanne Simpson on Court TV’s Think Tank

October 14, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss Leilani Simon, a mom accused of killing her toddler.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Shawn Stines and Shanna Gardner on Court TV’s Think Tank

September 23, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss Shawn Stines, a Kentucky sheriff arrested in a fatal shooting of a district judge.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Chad Doerman and Sarah Boone on Court TV’s Think Tank

September 09, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss Chad Doerman and Sarah Boone’s cases.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Robert Telles and Susan Lorincz on Court TV’s Think Tank

September 05, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss a former politician, Robert Telles, charged with murdering a journalist.

What is Co-parenting Therapy?

August 19, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Good Day Philadelphia to discuss how co-parenting therapy works.

Jennifer Brandt Elected Chair-Elect of the ABA Family Law Section

August 12, 2024

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, has been elected as chair-elect of the American Bar Association Family Law Section (FLS).

Four Attorneys, Two Practice Areas Recognized in the Chambers 2024 High Net Worth Guide

July 23, 2024

The firm's Private Wealth Law and Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth were both ranked in the Chambers 2024 High Net Worth Guide for Pennsylvania, as well as Jennifer Brandt, Lester Lipschutz, Matthew Kamens, and Robert Friedman.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses No-Fault Divorces on Scripps News

June 19, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Scripps News to discuss no-fault divorce in the United States.

31 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

June 11, 2024

Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Only 5 percent of attorneys are named Super Lawyers; only 2.5 percent of attorneys are listed as Rising Stars.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Paul Ferguson, Eligio Bishop, and Jesse Alvarez on Court TV’s Think Tank

March 04, 2024

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss Paul Ferguson’s sentencing and the influence of his mother in the tortured brother murder trial.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Wendi Adelson and Dan Markel on Court TV’s Think Tank

January 26, 2024

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss Wendi Adelson and Dan Markel’s divorce documents.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Ruby Franke, KY v Brice Rhodes, and MA v. Brian Walshe on Court TV’s Think Tank

January 04, 2024

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Top Cases in the News

December 07, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

What Is No-Fault Divorce And Why Is It Under Scrutiny?

November 20, 2023

Jennifer Brandt was quoted in a Fatherly article discussing at-fault divorces, which required spouses to prove blame or fault before initiating a divorce.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Long Island Serial Killer and Jamie Komoroski on Court TV’s Think Tank

August 30, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss the court date in the Long Island serial killer case and his potential connections to the unsolved murders.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Adam Montgomery and Ashley Pearson on Court TV’s Think Tank

August 28, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Elected Vice Chair of the ABA Family Law Section and Co-Vice Chair of the ABA Family Law Section Diversity Committee

August 11, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, has been elected vice chair of the American Bar Association Family Law Section (FLS) and co-vice chair of the ABA FLS Diversity Committee.

Is Love Dead? Recent Celebrity Divorces Have Fans Wondering

August 01, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on LiveNow from Fox to discuss recent celebrity divorces and prenups.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Michael Turney and Alex Murdaugh on Court TV’s Think Tank

July 21, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Alexee Trevizo on Court TV’s Think Tank

July 17, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss Alexee Trevizo, a teen mom charged with her newborn’s death.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Bryan Kohberger’s Motion Hearing on Court TV’s Think Tank

July 10, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank to discuss Bryan Kohberger’s upcoming motion hearing.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Stephen Smith’s Death Investigation on Court TV’s Think Tank

July 06, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV's Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Reappointed as Co-Chair of the PBA Children’s Rights Committee

May 31, 2023

Cozen O’Connor is proud to announce that Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, has been reappointed as co-chair of the PBA Children's Rights Committee.

42 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers & Rising Stars

May 24, 2023

Super Lawyers has selected 42 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2023 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Doomsday Cult Murder Trial, Stepmother Murder Trial, and Bryan Kohberger on Court TV’s Think Tank

May 19, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

The Financial Implications of Divorce

April 26, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Good Day Philadelphia to discuss what couples facing divorce need to consider in this economy.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Doomsday Cult Mom Murder Trial and Georgia v. Austin Ford on Court TV’s Think Tank

April 24, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Doomsday Cult Mom Murder Trial and Taylor Schabusiness’ Case on Court TV’s Think Tank

April 20, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Crash Case on Court TV’s Think Tank

April 10, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Crash Case, a 6-year-old Accused of Shooting a Teacher, and the Ashley Benefield Case on Court TV’s Think Tank

March 13, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Michael Keetley Retrial, Alex Murgaugh, and the Ashley Benefield Case on Court TV’s Think Tank

March 06, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV's Think Tank.

Why Divorce Filings Surge in January

January 06, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Good Day Philadelphia to discuss why divorce filings surge during the first month of the year.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses a 10-Year-Old Accused of Murder and the TX v. Aaron Dean Trial on Court TV’s Think Tank

December 16, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Matthew Terry Trial on Court TV’s Think Tank

November 22, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV's Think Tank.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Hit & Run Vigilante Trial, the Daniel Masterson Trial, and the Courtney Clenney hearing on Court TV

November 17, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Current Cases in the News on Court TV

November 14, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, discussed current cases in the news on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Richard Allen Case, the Darrell Brooks Trial, and the Parkland School Shooter Trial on Court TV

October 31, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on TV's Think Tank.

MacKenzie Scott Likely Had a Prenup

October 04, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was quoted in an article published by Business Insider discussing MacKenzie Scott’s divorce.

Jennifer Brandt discusses the OnlyFans Model Murder Case on Court TV

September 09, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses OH V. Wagner IV on Court TV’s Think Tank

August 30, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Cozen O’Connor Attorney Jennifer A. Brandt Elected Secretary of ABA Family Law Section

August 18, 2022

Philadelphia attorney Jennifer A. Brandt, Chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Family Law Group, was elected Secretary of the American Bar Association Family Law Section (FLS) at the ABA’s annual meeting in Chicago.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Parkland Shooter Sentencing Trial on Court TV

July 21, 2022

Jennifer Brandt appeared on Court TV to discuss top news cases.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV to discuss Ohio v. Hardin

July 11, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the Firm's Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV to Discuss the Dawan Ferguson and Ethan Crumbley Trial

June 27, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Danielle Redlick Trial, the Johnny Depp Matter, and the Kelsey Turner Trial

June 06, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV to discuss the Danielle Redlick Trial, the Johnny Depp Matter, and the Kelsey Turner trial.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Depp/Heard Defamation Verdict

June 02, 2022

Jennifer Brandt was a guest on Good Day Philadelphia to discuss the verdict in the much-talked-about celebrity defamation trial.

49 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

June 01, 2022

Super Lawyers has selected 49 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Amber Heard’s Cross-Examination on Court TV

May 16, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV to Discuss Cases in The News

April 25, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the latest in the Amber Heard and Johnny Depp defamation lawsuit and the sentencing trial of Parkland shooter Nikolaus Cruz.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses The Amber Heard And Johnny Depp Defamation Lawsuit On Court TV

April 18, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the latest in the Amber Heard and Johnny Depp defamation lawsuit.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses The Amber Heard and Johnny Depp Defamation Lawsuit

April 11, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the Amber Heard and Johnny Depp defamation lawsuit.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Top News Cases

April 04, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing Oregon v. Nancy Brophy, accused of murdering her husband Chef Daniel Brophy; the penalty phase in the Parkland school shooter case; and Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard and whether or not Amber will be able to prove her counterclaims.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses The Will Smith and Chris Rock Dispute at The Oscars

March 28, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, appeared on Court TV to discuss the Will Smith/Chris Rock dispute at the Oscars, and the Amber Heard/Johnny Depp trial.

Jennifer Brandt was a Guest on Good Day Philadelphia

March 24, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Good Day Philadelphia discussing nesting arrangements in divorce.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses The Lawsuit Filed by Gabby Petito’s Family

March 14, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Kim and Kanye’s Divorce

March 03, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV to Discuss the Lane, Kueng, and Thao Federal Trial

January 24, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, appeared on Court TV discussing the Lane, Kueng, and Thao federal trial, the Theodore Edgecomb trial, and the sentencing of Lynlee Renick.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV's Think Tank

January 13, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on the Think Tank on Court TV discussing cases and legal issues in the news.

Jennifer Brandt a Guest on Court TV's Think Tank

January 10, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, appeared on Court TV’s Think Tank.

Jennifer A. Brandt Appeared on Good Day Philadelphia to Discuss a Lawsuit Against a California Ferility Clinic

November 10, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, appeared on Good Day Philadelphia on Fox 29 discussing the Los Angeles couple suing a fertility clinic that mixed up their embryos with another couple’s.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Good Day Philadelphia to Discuss Brian Laundrie and Alec Baldwin

October 26, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, appeared on Good Day Philadelphia talking about Brian Laundrie and Alec Baldwin.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV Discussing the Gabby Petito Case

October 04, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, appeared on Court TV discussing the Gabby Petito case, Kyle Rittenhouse’s approaching trial date, and West Virginia v. McCauley, which is now with the jury.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Gabby Petito Investigation

September 20, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, appeared on Court TV discussing the Gabby Petito investigation, the R. Kelly case, and other legal issues in the news.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Robert Durst and R. Kelly Trials

September 13, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the Robert Durst and R. Kelly trials, among other topics.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Durst Trial

August 16, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, appeared on Court TV to discuss the Durst trial, among other issues.

Jennifer Brandt Re-appointed ABA Family Law Section Liaison to the ABA Standing Committee on Professionalism, Appointed to the ABA FLS Finance Committee

August 03, 2021

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, has been re-appointed as the ABA Family Law Section Liaison to the ABA Standing Committee on Professionalism and appointed to the ABA Family Law Section Finance Committee.

Jennifer Brandt Named Co-Chair of the PBA Children’s Rights Committee

July 22, 2021

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, has been named co-chair of the PBA Children’s Rights Committee.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Fox 29 to Discuss Britney Spears

July 14, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was on Fox 29's Good Day Philadelphia Fox 29 discussing the Britney Spears case.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV Discussing Recent Cases in the News

July 08, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, appeared on Court TV discussing the pro golfer who was shot and killed on a Georgia golf course, the Everett trial, and the Parkland School shooter case.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Good Day Philadelphia to Discuss Britney Spears

June 24, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, appeared on Fox 29's Good Day Philadelphia to discuss Britney Spears' appearance in court.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Fox Business Network Discussing Britney Spears

June 16, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, appeared on Fox Business Network discussing Britney Spear's conservatorship.

47 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

May 28, 2021

Super Lawyers has selected 47 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2021 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

How the Ultrarich Avoid Messy Public Divorce Battles by Keeping Their Disputes Out of Court

May 06, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, was featured in an article published by Daily Exchange discussing the Gate's divorce.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Fox Business Network

May 04, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was on Fox Business Network discussing the Gates’ divorce.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Gates' Divorce

May 03, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, appeared on Good Day Philadelphia discussing Melissa and Bill Gates' divorce.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Missouri v. James Addie Trial

April 29, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the Missouri v. James Addie trial.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Derek Chauvin Trial

April 15, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing the Derek Chauvin trial.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV Discussing Jacob Bumpass and Derek Chauvin

March 19, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, appeared on Court TV discussing Jacob Bumpass and Derek Chauvin.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV Discussing Texas v. Trent Paschal

March 10, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, appeared on Court TV discussing Texas v. Trent Paschal as well as other cases in the news.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses the Wisconsin v. Prokopovitz Trial on Court TV

February 24, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing the Wisconsin v. Prokopovitz trial.

Jennifer A. Brandt Appeared on Good Day Philadelphia

February 22, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, was a guest on Good Day Philadelphia discussing the Kim Kardashian and Kayne West divorce.

Jennifer A. Brandt Featured on Court TV Discussing Two Court Cases in the News

February 19, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing two court cases in the news: Wisconsin v. Prokopovitz and California v. Ron Jeremy.

Jennifer Brandt Named a 2020 “Five Star Attorney” by Suburban Life Magazine

February 02, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law group, has been named a 2020 “Five-Star Attorney” by Suburban Life Magazine.

Jennifer A. Brandt a Guest on Court TV

January 30, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing various court cases happening across the country.

Jennifer A. Brandt a Guest on Good Day Philadelphia

December 10, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Good Day Philadelphia's local Fox station.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV Discussing Various Court Cases in the News

December 03, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law group, was a guest on Court TV discussing various court cases in the news, including Kyle Rittenhouse’s preliminary hearing and the latest in the Megan Boswell/Baby Evelyn murder trial.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV Discussing the Ohio v. Stefanko Trial

November 24, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing Ohio v. Stefanko, again.

Jennifer A. Brandt was Featured on Court TV

November 20, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the Ohio v. Stefanko trial.

Is Trial Separation Just a Divorce Dress Rehearsal?

October 23, 2020

Jennifer Brandt was featured in an article published by Fatherly which discusses the differences between trial and legal separations, and what each entails.

Jennifer A. Brandt Appeared on Court TV

October 09, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the latest in the plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, the postponement of Kyle Rittenhouse’s extradition, and other headlines from recent news.

Jennifer Brandt appointed as the ABA Family Law Section Liaison to the ABA Standing Committee on Professionalism

October 06, 2020

Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, has been appointed as the ABA Family Law Section Liaison to the ABA Standing Committee on Professionalism for the 2020 year.

Jennifer A. Brandt Featured on Law & Crime

September 30, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Law & Crime discussing the Joel Guy Trial.

Jennifer A. Brandt Featured on Court TV

September 29, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing Tennessee v. Joel Guy, Jr., as well as other cases in the news.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV

September 08, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing a few top of the news cases, including the latest on Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell and updates in the George Floyd case.

Jennifer Brandt Named a “2020 Top Attorney” by Suburban Life Magazine

August 19, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, has been named a “2020 Top Attorney” by Suburban Life Magazine.

Jennifer Brandt was Featured on Court TV

August 11, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing updates in the George Floyd and Amber Guyger cases.

Jennifer Brandt was a Guest on Court TV

July 28, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Appears on Fox 29 News Discussing the Status of Divorce Proceedings during the COVID-19 Pandemic

July 25, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Fox 29 News discussing the current status of divorce proceedings in light of COVID-19.

Jennifer Brandt Featured on Court TV

July 15, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing a variety of cases in the news including the latest on Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell and the investigation into Paige Johnson’s disappearance and death.

Jennifer Brandt Appears on Fox 29 News

June 24, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, appeared on Fox 29 News to discuss the New Jersey couple who is suing a Manhattan fertility clinic.

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Various Top of the News Cases

June 09, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law practice, was a guest on Court TV.

Fifty-Eight Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

June 05, 2020

Super Lawyers has selected 58 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2020 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Jennifer Brandt a Guest on Court TV

May 08, 2020

Jennifer Brandt appeared on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Appears on Court TV

April 21, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Appears on Court TV Discussing Top of the News Cases

April 14, 2020

Jennifer Brandt appeared on Court TV.

Jennifer Brandt Featured on KYW Newsradio Podcast Discussing Family Court Issues During Coronavirus Pandemic

March 24, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, was featured on the KYW Newsradio podcast segment titled, “Navigating custody and family court issues during the coronavirus pandemic.”

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Custody Agreements During COVID-19 Pandemic

March 23, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, appeared on Fox29's Good Day Philadelphia discussing how to abide custody agreements during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jennifer Brandt a Guest on Law and Crime News

February 04, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, was a guest on Law and Crime News discussing a number of trials happening around the country.

Jennifer Brandt and Bernard Zbrzeznj named 2019 “Five-Star Attorneys” by Suburban Life Magazine

January 27, 2020

Jennifer Brandt and Bernard Zbrzeznj have been named 2019 “Five-Star Attorneys” by Suburban Life Magazine.

Jennifer Brandt Appears on the Dr. Drew Midday Live Show

December 27, 2019

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law group, was a guest on the Dr. Drew Midday Live Show discussing a MarketWatch article about the upside to no-fault divorces.

64 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys Named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

May 21, 2019

Super Lawyers has selected 64 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to the 2019 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Fifty-four Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named 2018 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

June 12, 2018

Super Lawyers has named 54 Cozen O'Connor attorneys to its 2018 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named To 2008 Pro Bono Honor Roll By First Judicial District Of Pennsylvania

February 04, 2009

Twenty-one attorneys in Cozen O’Connor’s Philadelphia office have been named to the 2008 Pro Bono Roll of Honor of the First Judicial District (FJD) of Pennsylvania.

Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Participate In PBI Divorce Law Course

December 17, 2008

Cozen O'Connor members Jennifer A. Brandt and Thomas G. Wilkinson recently participated in the Pennsylvania Bar Institute's course ''Dealing with Dirty Tricks in Divorce,'' which was presented in Philadelphia, Mechanicsburg and Pittsburgh. Jennifer served as the course planner and moderator and Tom was a panelist in Philadelphia. The course was designed to assist family law practitioners when they are faced with dirty tricks in the areas of finance and reputation, and in divorce proceedings in general.

Publications

Ask Attorney Jennifer B.: What Are Relationship Contracts? [Martindale-Avvo]

November 11, 2024

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing a new developing trend between couples called relationship contracts, which defines their roles and boundaries in the relationship.

Ask Attorney Jennifer B.: Is My Client’s Custody Case in Jeopardy if They Have a DUI? [Martindale-Avvo]

August 14, 2024

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing the impact of the use and abuse of drugs and alcohol by a parent involved in custody litigation.

Ask Jennifer B.: What Are Your Thoughts on Kids’ Mental Well-Being During a Divorce? [Martindale-Avvo]

May 21, 2024

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing the importance of mental health assistance during a divorce.

Don’t Leave A Prenup Off Of Your Wedding Checklist [Family Law Focus Blog]

March 04, 2024

Now that Valentine’s Day is past and Spring is almost upon us, many couples are starting to plan or are in the midst of preparation for their upcoming nuptials. While the focus is usually on the event itself, couples often start to think about what happens after the wedding and whether a prenuptial...

Ask Attorney Jennifer B.: New Year, New Divorce? [Martindale-Avvo]

January 26, 2024

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing the best practices to help set your client’s expectations for the new year to help them navigate through divorce.

Ask Attorney Jennifer B.: What Can We Learn From Celebrity Divorce Proceedings? [Martindale-Avvo]

November 20, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing how celebrity divorces can provide guidance about what and what not to do in a divorce situation.

Ask Attorney Jennifer B.: How Can Divorce Attorneys Emotionally Prepare & Recover? [Martindale-Avvo]

August 30, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing steps that may help divorce attorneys handle the emotions of a divorce/custody case while remaining the steadfast advocate that clients need to guide them through this challenging process.

What Makes a Good Divorce Attorney? [Martindale-Avvo]

May 30, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing the qualities and skills required to be a top-notch family lawyer.

Helping Divorce Clients During Tax Season [Martindale-Avvo]

April 03, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing the role divorce attorneys play during tax season.

Why Recommend a Prenuptial Agreement? [Martindale-Avvo]

February 27, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing the process and benefits of a prenuptial agreement.

How to Help Clients Through a Divorce [Martindale-Avvo]

January 30, 2023

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing tips on approaching clients considering divorce with empathy and guiding them through the process.

Divorce in a Downturn

December 20, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, contributed the article “Divorce in a Downturn” to Best Lawyers.

What is “Birdnesting” in Legalese? [Martindale-Avvo]

June 17, 2022

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, contributed a post to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing the concept of Birdnesting or Nesting.

Navigating the Nuances and Unique Issues of a Gray Divorce

July 06, 2021

Jennifer Brandt and Megan Feehan contributed an article to The Legal Intelligencer discussing the issues of a gray divorce and how to navigate through this.

How to Put Prospects at Ease [Martindale-Avvo]

March 11, 2021

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Group, contributed an article to the Martindale-Avvo blog discussing how to make a good impression on a new client and allow them to develop confidence in you.

Jennifer Brandt was Featured on Court TV [Family Law Focus Blog]

August 13, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing updates in the George Floyd and Amber Guyger cases....

Jennifer Brandt Appears on Fox 29 News Discussing the Status of Divorce Proceedings during the COVID-19 Pandemic [Family Law Focus Blog]

July 29, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Fox 29 News discussing the current status of divorce proceedings in light of COVID-19. Watch here: https://www.fox29.com/video/833760...

The Constitutionality of Nondisparagement Provisions in Custody Orders

July 10, 2020

Jennifer Brandt and Megan Feehan published an article to The Legal Intelligencer discussing how in the case, Shak v. Shak, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC), found that a nondisparagement provision included in a custody order is an impermissible restraint under the First Amendment right to freedom of speech.

Jennifer Brandt Appears on Fox 29 News [Family Law Focus Blog]

June 24, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, appeared on Fox 29 News to discuss the New Jersey couple who is suing a Manhattan fertility clinic....

Jennifer Brandt a Guest on Court TV [Family Law Focus Blog]

May 12, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, appeared on Court TV discussing Amaud Arbery and the latest in the Baby Evelyn case. To listen to Jennifer's legal take, click here....

Jennifer Brandt Appears on Court TV [Family Law Focus Blog]

April 23, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV  discussing Chad and Lori Vallow Daybell and her missing children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, the Cleveland cold case mystery, and Juan Martinez’s appeal to get his job back with the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office....

Jennifer Brandt a Guest on Court TV [Family Law Focus Blog]

April 14, 2020

Jennifer Brandt appeared on Court TV discussing three top of the news cases: Bodycam shows Gilbert Police interview Lori Vallow after husband tried to get her mentally evaluated; Chicago's County Jail Is Facing The U.S.' Worst COVID-19 Outbreak; and Paul Hildwin now free after spending 28 years...

Five Steps To Consider When Contemplating A Divorce During The COVID19 Pandemic [Family Law Focus Blog]

April 06, 2020

In the midst of this pandemic, many are speculating that the aftermath will result in a baby boom or a rise in the number of divorces.  Perhaps there will be a bit of both.  It is undisputed that there are typically an influx of divorce cases after the holidays and summer break because these are...

Jennifer Brandt Featured on KYW Newsradio Podcast Discussing Family Court Issues During Coronavirus Pandemic [Family Law Focus Blog]

March 24, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, was featured on the KYW Newsradio podcast segment titled, “Navigating custody and family court issues during the coronavirus pandemic.” She discusses how court systems are operating, and answers questions to concerns regarding custody...

Jennifer Brandt Discusses How to Abide Custody Agreements During the COVID-19 Pandemic [Family Law Focus Blog]

March 23, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, appeared on Fox29's Good Day Philadelphia discussing how to abide custody agreements during the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch here: https://www.fox29.com/video/666569?fbclid=IwAR1A2TqKyTwZmtOi6QeZkLgrOaBzEXCa3Lf7FF7q6wyLh-vr2nDq9R6iojE...

COVID-19 and Your Family Law Matter

March 19, 2020

Jennifer Brandt discusses how COVID-19 is impacting families who are dealing with family law issues.

Jennifer Brandt a Guest on Law and Crime News [Family Law Focus Blog]

February 05, 2020

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, was a guest on Law and Crime News discussing a number of trials happening around the country. The trials included, the New York v. Harvey Weinstein, OH v. Anthony Pardon, TX vs. Christopher Hess and FL v. Donald Hartung....

Jennifer Brandt Discusses Prenuptial Agreements [Family Law Focus Blog]

January 03, 2020

Jennifer Brandt appeared on the Dr. Drew Midday Live Show discussing prenuptial agreements. She brings up examples of different clauses that can show up in these agreements and why. To listen to Jennifer's take, click here....

How To Avoid Being Blindsided By Divorce [Family Law Focus Blog]

December 31, 2019

Last week, as a guest on Dr. Drew Midday Live radio show, I was asked to comment about the phenomena that many divorce lawyers already know about. That is, the increase in divorces in January. Unfortunately, after the holidays and with the start of a new year, some people who may have been...

Jennifer Brandt Appears on the Dr. Drew Midday Live Show [Family Law Focus Blog]

December 30, 2019

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law group, was a guest on the Dr. Drew Midday Live Show discussing a MarketWatch article about the upside to no-fault divorces. The article says, "in states with 'no fault' divorces, couples are 8 percent more likely to both work full-time outside...

Events & Seminars

Past Events

Hot Tips from Past and Future Chairs

September 25, 2024 - Rancho Mirage, CA

Divorce 101 – Spring 2023 Main Line School Night

November 07, 2023 - Ardmore, PA

Divorce 101 at Main Line School Night

November 29, 2022 - Ardmore, PA

Divorce 101

September 22, 2020 - Webinar

PBA Family Law Section Winter Meeting

January 17, 2020 - Hershey, PA

Practice Areas

Education

  • University of Pennsylvania Law School, J.D., 1994
  • Rutgers University, B.A., 1991

Awards & Honors

Chambers and Partners USA, Band 1: High Net Worth Guide (Pennsylvania Family/Matrimonial), 2024. This award is conferred by Chambers & Partners. A description of the selection methodology can be found here. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

Philadelphia Business Journal -  Women of Distinction 2016

Pennsylvania Super Lawyer 2015-2024. Prior to 2015, Super Lawyers Rising Star.  This award is conferred by Super Lawyers. A description of the selection methodology can be found here. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

Main Line Today Magazine – Women on the Move 2014

Suburban Life Magazine – Top Family Law Attorney 2021, 2022. This award is conferred by Suburban Life Magazine. A description of the selection methodology can be found here. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. 

Pro Bono Honor Roll of the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania 2008

Ten Leaders of Greater Philadelphia - Age 45 and Under - Matrimonial and Family Law

Lawyer on the fast track - ALM and Divorce Law

Suburban Life Magazine - "Five-Star Attorney" 2019, 2020, 2023. This award is conferred by Suburban Life Magazine. A description of the selection methodology can be found here. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. 

Forbes Advisor - Best Divorce Lawyers Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2024 This award is conferred by Forbes Advisory. A description of the selection methodology can be found here. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. 

  • New Jersey
  • Pennsylvania
  • Court Of Common Pleas - Bucks County
  • Court Of Common Pleas - Chester County
  • Court Of Common Pleas - Delaware County
  • Court Of Common Pleas - Philadelphia County
  • Court Of Common Pleas- Montgomery County
  • Superior Court of New Jersey
  • Superior Court of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court -- Eastern District of Pennsylvania
  • American Bar Association
  • Former Chair, Program Support Fund Committee, ABA section of Family Law
  • Camden County (NJ) Bar Association
  • New Jersey State Bar Association
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • Philadelphia Bar Association
  • ABA Family Law Section Diversity Committee Co-Vice Chair 2023-2024
  • ABA Family Law Section Vice Chair 2023-2024
  • ABA Family Law Section Secretary 2022-2023
  • ABA Family Law Section Liaison to the ABA Standing Committee on Professionalism 2020-2023
  • ABA Family Law Section Finance Committee 2021-2022
  • ABA Family Law Section Liaison to the AICPA 2021
  • Co-Chair of the PBA Children’s Rights Committee 2021-2023
  • Co-Vice-Chair, Bylaws Committee, American Bar Association 2020-2021