PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE
As a NFLPA Certified Contract Advisor, Mr. Kopp assists in all aspects of athlete representation. Beyond working with our athletes, Mr. Kopp has represented several college coaches in their professional and personal affairs.

Mr. Kopp also serves as a partner in his law firm of Betras, Maruca, Kopp and Harshman in Youngstown, Ohio, and in such capacity, helps serve as in-house legal counsel for the needs of DeBartolo Sports and its clients. In addition, Mr. Kopp has extensive experience in civil litigation, having tried numerous jury trials in state and federal court.

EDUCATION
Brian graduated Magna Cum Laude from Bethany College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics in 1992. Following his graduation from Bethany, Brian earned a Juris Doctor degree from Capital University in 1995. While in law school, Brian participated in a joint program with the Capital University School of Law and Ohio University's School of Sports Administration, and earned a Master's Degree in Sports Administration and Facility Management from Ohio University in 1996.