Atty. Joseph Knape

Atty. Joseph Knape

Joseph Knape is a lawyer practicing bond hearings, criminal defense, dui & dwi and 13 other areas of law. Joseph received a degree from Western Michigan University in 2004, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Orlando Orlando 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Joseph Knape at a glance

Joseph Knape is an Attorney based in Orlando, Florida. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, family law, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (2009). Educated at Florida Coastal School of Law (Florida Coastal, 2007) and Western Michigan University (Bachelor, 2004). Active member of Orange County Bar Association Seminole County Bar Association. Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Joseph Knape is a lawyer practicing bond hearings, criminal defense, dui & dwi and 13 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a degree from Western Michigan University in 2004, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Joseph practices in Orlando, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Knape's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Knape handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Orlando are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph Knape

Where is Joseph Knape's law office located?
Joseph Knape's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Knape handle?
Joseph Knape focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, family law, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Joseph Knape practiced law?
Joseph Knape has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Joseph Knape go to law school?
Joseph Knape earned their education at (Florida Coastal, 2007); (Bachelor, 2004).
How can I contact Joseph Knape for a consultation?
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Education

Florida Coastal
Florida Coastal School of Law
- 2007
Bachelor
Western Michigan University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 2009

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