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Josef Benno Hess
also known as Josef Hess
About Josef
Biography
Josef B. Hess is an attorney in the Jacksonville, Florida. He received his undergraduate degree at Fairleigh Dickinson University, and thereafter received his Juris Doctor degree at Florida Coastal School of Law, where he earned Dean’s List Honors and Pro Bono Honors.
Josef is recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, by Super Lawyers: Florida Rising Stars, and was awarded with the Florida Bar’s 36 Under 36 Professionalism Award for displaying the highest standards of professionalism and ethics. He is also recognized by Marquis Who’s Who in America, by Attorney at Law Magazine as a “Rising Star” and “Talk of the Town,” by Jacksonville Magazine’s list of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, by Voyage Jacksonville Magazine as a “Hidden Gem,” and by Folio Weekly Magazine’s Best of Jacksonville Beaches as “Best Family Lawyer.”
Josef was selected to be part of the Florida Bar’s William Reece Smith, Jr.’s Leadership Academy Class XII, which is an invitation only program dedicated to enhancing the skills of lawyers to become effective leaders throughout the Bar, the legal profession, and the community. Josef volunteers in the William M. Raines High School Future Lawyers and Leaders program as a mentor, a program dedicated to guiding tomorrow’s legal minds and leaders.
Josef represents a wide variety of clients in liability defense matters and has obtained significant results for his clients. As a highly skilled litigator, Josef’s practice has taken him to State and Federal Court, where he is well experienced in representing clients in all phases of the litigation.
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Licensed in Florida for 6 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2019
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Location
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50 North Laura Street, Suite 3625, Jacksonville, FL, 32202
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Posted by Sean | August 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Josef Hess Family Law
Mr. Hess was referred to me to help guide me through the process of adjusting my child support. I appreciated his professionalism, insight and constant communication through every phase of this journey. He is respected amongst his peers and I would strongly recommend him to anyone in need top tier le...
Posted by Dezzire | June 09, 2020 | Family
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Josef Benno Hess is extremely well versed in family law. He keeps an unbiased perspective with the child’s best interests at heart. I am very grateful to have his counsel. He’s a blessing for Jacksonville, wish you were closer.
Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Simply amazing!!
My ex was trying to use autism against me in a custody case. Josef completely picked apart the therapists presentation. Every angle was covered and then destroyed as Josef hammered in nail after nail into the coffin. Although I respect the therapist and think he does good work, it didn’t mean a thing...
Josef Benno Hess's Lawyer Endorsements
"Josef is a tremendous attorney who gives every case the same attention no matter how big or small. As someone that’s worked closely with Josef I’ve seen first hand the dedication he provides to his clients. I highly recommend him."
"Josef cares about his clients and getting the best results for them. He is always well prepared."
"Josef is a sharp attorney who is an asset to our legal community. His clients can be confident that they're in good hands when he is on the case. I highly recommend him."
"I know Mr. Hess from the Family Law Inn of Court and in the family law community. He is an excellent attorney and works hard for his clients."
"Josef is a top notch attorney. He cares about getting the best results for his clients. Mr. Hess is highly experienced and well prepared. It is clear that Josef has a heart and passion for what he does."
"I endorse this lawyer. Josef is an up-and-coming lawyer that will be a force to reckon with because he truly cares about his clients success and is committed to perfecting the art of advocacy."
"I attended law school with Josef, he was a great fellow student then and it's no surprise that would translate into him becoming a great fellow attorney. Josef is kind, caring, and professional - but no doubt a zealous advocate for his clients and their interests."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2025
36 Under 36 Professionalism Award, Florida Bar
2025
Florida Rising Stars, Florida Super Lawyers
2024
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2021
Client's Choice Award 2021, Avvo
2020
Best Family Lawyer, Folio Weekly Magazine
2020
Client's Choice Award 2020, Avvo
2019
Pro Bono Honors, Florida Coastal School of Law
2016
Deans List Honors, Florida Coastal School of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Attorney, Rissman
2020 - 2022
Attorney, Baumann, Gant & Keeley, P.A.
2019 - 2020
Attorney, Phillips & Hunt
2018 - 2018
Intern, Holland & Knight
2017 - 2018
Judicial Clerk, Honorable Judge Waddell A. Wallace III
Associations
2022 - Present
Chester Bedell American Inn of CourtAssociate
2021 - Present
Jacksonville Federal Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Jacksonville Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Florida BarMember
2019 - 2019
The Florida Family Law American Inn of CourtMember
2019 - 2019
The E. Robert Williams American Inn of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Locke v. Sandy Sansing Chevrolet, Inc.
Motion for Summary Judgment Granted
Education
2019
Florida Coastal School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
Fairleigh Dickinson University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2023
Voyage Jacksonville Magazine
Hidden Gems: Meet Josef Hess of Jacksonville
2023
2023
Attorney at Law Magazine
Rising Star
2022
Rissman Attorney Perspectives
The Apex Doctrine: How It Can Protect You
2020
Attorney at Law Magazine
Talk of the Town Florida
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers