Brian S. Artz
About Brian S. Artz
Brian S. Artz is an attorney and owner of a law firm specializing in estate planning, real estate, and business representation. He has served on various boards and committees, including the Board of Trustees of the German Village Society and the legal advisory committee of The Columbus Foundation.
Work at Artz, Dewhirst & Wheeler, LLP
Brian S. Artz is the owner and attorney at Artz, Dewhirst & Wheeler, LLP, a law firm he co-founded in 1988. The firm consists of six attorneys and specializes in various legal areas, including estate planning, real estate, and business representation. Artz has developed a strong focus on trusts and trust administration, as well as elder law, providing comprehensive legal services to clients in these fields.
Education and Expertise
Brian S. Artz earned his Juris Doctorate Degree from the University of Dayton School of Law in 1980. Prior to this, he graduated from The Ohio State University with a B.A. Degree in Psychology in 1977. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in residential and commercial real estate, mortgage loan lending, estate planning, and business representation.
Background
Brian S. Artz began his legal career in a small law firm located in Urbana, Ohio. He later became affiliated with John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company and the Columbus City Attorney’s Office, Prosecutor Division. Currently, he resides in German Village, a historical preservation community in Columbus, Ohio, which reflects his commitment to community and local heritage.
Community Involvement
Brian S. Artz has actively contributed to his community through various roles, including serving on the Board of Trustees of the German Village Society. He is also a member of the legal advisory committee of The Columbus Foundation. His involvement encompasses the establishment of multiple projects in the central Ohio area, demonstrating his dedication to local development and community service.
Real Estate and Business Law Experience
Brian S. Artz has extensive experience in real estate law, particularly in the purchase and sale of residential and commercial properties, zoning, and property development. He has worked on the conversion of multi-family properties into condominiums and collaborates with a network of professionals to address legal issues related to new business establishment and the management of existing businesses.