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Joshua “Josh” Faett was born on August 31, 1971 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He moved with his family to Florida during High School and attended Venice High. Josh received his degree in Political Science with a minor in mathematics from the University of South Florida in 1993. During college, Josh worked for the Property Appraisers Office of Hillsborough County. Upon graduation from USF, Josh went on to attend the University of Miami School of Law in Coral Gables Florida. During law school, Josh became acquainted with the criminal justice system by interning with the Dade County Public Defender’s Office. As a part of his internship he handled felony cases, including motion practice and felony trials. Josh graduated in 1996.
Josh’s first job as an attorney was with the Sarasota County Office of the State Attorney. As a prosecutor he handled charges ranging from DUI to battery. While he gained invaluable experience prosecuting he missed defense work, and when a position opened up at the Office of the Public Defender in Naples, Florida he quickly accepted the position. While at the office, Josh tried numerous cases. He also took part in hundreds motions attacking the breath machine and DUI prosecution in general.
After the Public Defender’s Office, Josh became an associate with the Naples firm of Casassa, Mangone and Miller. He rapidly built his practice and became a partner in 1999. Active in the legal community, Josh served for several years as President of the Collier County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Josh has years of trial experience ranging from County Court, Circuit Court, District Court of Apeals, United States Federal Court and the Florida Supreme Court.
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Acquired: 2024
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Acquired: 1996
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331 Airport Rd N, Naples, FL, 34104-3816
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Posted by Renee | October 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
f you are looking for an attorney who is honest and who will keep it real with you this is the attorney you need. I was facing an extremely complicated case and I was very scared. As soon as I met with Mr. Faett he did not sugarcoat anything and I appreciated his knowledge and experience. He is on po...
Posted by Brian | November 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Beyond thankful
Josh came referred to me from numerous people. When I first met him and his assistant Jackie, he was as straight forward as one can be. Basically telling me what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to hear. Nothing was sugar coated or downplayed. It was reminder throughout the entire process of ...
Posted by Rhett | July 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Extremely unprofessional
If you are looking for an honest, hardworking attorney. Go elsewhere. Josh is the definition of a scam artist. He promised the world,after my payment was received he did nothing. After having multiple conversations with him in regards to my defense, I realized he didn’t care enough to take notes. He ...
Posted by S. Govea | July 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best lawyer hands down
Josh just WON my trial yesterday I was looking at a insane minimal of 75 years His skills are what sets him apart, by far, than any other lawyer in our area He destroyed the state attorneys in trial and made them look like fools Unheard of for a not guilty verdict to come back so fast (especiall...
Posted by Matt St. Clair | May 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best lawyer in SW florida, no doubt about it!
Josh is by far the best. He really goes to all lengths possible to defend his clients and their rights. I have used him for a myriad of issues both criminal and civil over the past 8 years. He constantly exceeds my expectations and puts my mind at ease during the most trying times in life. If you a...
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2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2014 - Present
Sr. Partner, The Faett Firm
2010 - 2014
Partner, Law Offices of Faett & Darrow
2003 - 2010
Partner, Law Offices of Casassa, Mangone, Miller & Faett
1999 - 2003
Associate, Law Offices of Casassa, Mangone, Miller
1997 - 1999
Public Defender, Florida Public Defenders Office
1996 - 1997
Assistant State Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney, Sarasota, Florida
Past President
Past President
Past Vice President
Past Secretary/Treasurer
won
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BS - Bachelor of Science
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