About Brett S. Ward

CO-CHAIR, LITIGATION DEPARTMENT

Brett Ward, co-chair of Blank Rome’s Litigation Department and former co-chair of the firm’s Matrimonial and Family Law group, is a nationally recognized matrimonial and family law attorney. He represents high-net-worth individuals, executives, professional athletes, and entertainers in complex divorce, paternity, custody, support, and family law matters, as well as prenuptial, separation, and settlement agreements. Brett has extensive trial and appellate experience and regularly handles sophisticated cross-border family law disputes. He also serves as a mediator and expert witness on New York family law issues.

Widely regarded as a leader in matrimonial and family law, Brett has been recognized by Chambers High Net Worth, The National Law Journal, Crain’s New York Business, Variety, and The Hollywood Reporter, among others. Most recently, Crain’s New York Business named him among its Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys, recognizing his work in complex high-net-worth divorce matters and his leadership within the profession.

A sought-after thought leader, Brett frequently shares insights on divorce, custody, and emerging family law issues through articles, speaking engagements, podcases, and media commentary. His perspectives have been featured in leading legal, business, and entertainment industry publications, reinforcing his reputation as a trusted authority on matrimonial and family law matters.

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Recognitions

  • 2026, “Leading New York Family, Matrimonial & Divorce Lawyers,” listed in Doyle’s Guide
  • 2024–2027, Family Law in New York, listed in Best Lawyers in America©
  • 2020, 2024–2026, “Top 500 Leading Family Lawyers,” listed in Lawdragon
  • 2018–2026, New York, Family/Matrimonial, listed in Chambers High Net Worth
  • 2013–2025, New York “Super Lawyer” in Family Law, listed in Super Lawyers
  • 2025, “Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys,” listed in Crain’s New York Business
  • 2023–2025, listed in Variety’s Legal Impact Report
  • 2023–2024, “Hollywood’s Troubleshooters,” listed in The Hollywood Reporter
  • 2022, Distinguished Leader, listed in the New York Law Journal
  • 2022, Family Law Trailblazer, listed in The National Law Journal
  • 2011–2012, New York “Rising Star” in Family Law, listed in Super Lawyers

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Memberships

  • New York State Bar Association
  • New York County Bar Association

Professional Activities

Brett is a member of the Executive Committee of the Family Law Section of the New York State Bar Association and the co-chair of the Continuing Legal Education Committee. He was formerly the co-chair of the New York County Lawyers’ Association Committee on Committees, served on the Association’s Matrimonial Law and Family Court Committees, and is a former member of the Association’s Board of Directors. Brett was the President of Brandeis University’s New York Alumni Chapter for seven years and sat on the University’s Alumni Board of Directors.

Brett is also a neutral evaluator for the New York Supreme Court, donating hours to assist matrimonial litigants in resolving their cases without the need for trial.

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Bar Admissions

  • Connecticut
  • Massachusetts
  • New York

Court Admissions

  • Supreme Court of the United States
  • U.S. District Court - Eastern District of New York
  • U.S. District Court - Southern District of New York

Education

  • Brandeis University, BA
  • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University, JD

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