Robert S. Markovitz, JD, CPA, CVA

President

As President of Markovitz Law Group, Robbie has been offering clients sound accounting, legal and valuation counsel for 50 years in the Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. He not only guides the direction of the firm’s growth internally through hands-on mentorship of his colleagues, but he also leads the firm’s growth externally by developing and maintaining excellent relationships with clients.

Robbie is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, Allegheny County Bar Association, National Association of Valuation Analysts, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Robbie’s wealth of knowledge and desire to achieve the best results for his clients has proven to be an incredible asset to the firm over the years. Robbie and his wife, Adele, are both Pittsburgh natives and enjoy spending their free time with their grandchildren.

Education:

  • Pennsylvania State University, B.S. in Accounting

  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law, J.D.

 

Samuel J. Germinaro, JD, CPA

Principal

Sam has been practicing both law and accounting for over 40 years. He has spent most of his career working side-by-side with Robbie to create an extraordinarily knowledgeable and well-rounded practice. Sam is actively involved in making sure his clients are protected when it comes to tax compliance, business succession planning, and estate planning. Sam is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Sam lives in Bethel Park, PA, with his wife Donna. He enjoys traveling and golfing during his free time.

Education:

  • University of Pittsburgh, B.S., Business Administration

  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law, J.D.

 
 
 
 
 
 

eric r. jahn, jd, cpa

Senior Accountant | Tax Attorney

For over 35 years, twenty-two having been spent with both Robbie and Sam, Eric has been advising clients in the world of business compliance, complex tax planning, estate planning and administration, and tax research. Eric has extensive and invaluable experience in both public and private accounting, as well as in the legal profession. Eric is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association. Eric lives in Pittsburgh, PA and enjoys traveling, reading, collecting art pieces and learning the history of Western Pennsylvania in his spare time.

Education:

  • College of William and Mary, B.B.A.

  • Duquesne University School of Law, J.D.

 

Heather A. Kelly, JD

Attorney

Heather brings more than 18 years of legal experience to the Markovitz Law Group team. Her experience working for the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office, as well as developing and maintaining her own criminal defense practice, adds a diverse knowledge of both public and private practice to the firm. Heather resides in Pittsburgh, PA with her husband and two children. During her free time, she loves to shop, cheer on her kids at all of their extracurricular events and plan fun get-togethers with her neighbors.

Education:

  • University of Pittsburgh, B.A. Criminology

  • Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law, J.D.

 

christina m. pici, jd

Attorney

As a new member of the Markovitz Law Group Team and recent graduate from law school, Christina has a fresh perspective and eagerness to pursue practical experience in various areas of the law. While attending Duquesne University in Pittsburgh for law school, she achieved concentrations in each of the following areas: Corporate Governance and Transactions, Basic Practice, Estate Planning and Tax, and Family Law. She is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, Allegheny County Bar Association and Duquesne Law Alumni Association. She is also a Pennsylvania Notary. Christina lives in Pittsburgh, PA and enjoys working out, spending time with family and friends, and running her own food blog in her spare time.

Education:

  • Pennsylvania State University, B.A. Political Science and Government

  • Duquesne University School of Law, J.D.

 

George A. Miller, J.D.

Of Counsel

George has provided high quality legal services to individuals and businesses throughout the Greater Pittsburgh community since 1975. In addition to running his own private practice, he served as General Corporate Counsel of an international fraternal non-profit organization consisting of nearly one million members. George lives in the North Hills with his wife, Laura

Education:

  • University of Pittsburgh, B.A.

  • Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, J.D.

 

Cynthia L. Krausa

Legal Assistant

Cindy has worked in the capacity of a legal assistant under the leadership of Robbie, Sam and Eric for the past 30 years. Her extensive knowledge of the administrative and secretarial components of running a law firm has proven to be an immeasurable asset to the team. She also serves as a Notary Public for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. During her free time, Cindy owns and operates a licensed Cottage Bakery business, enjoys spending time with her dogs, gardening, and traveling with her husband, Ken.