Reviews & Credentials

What Clients Say

Real feedback from real clients who trusted Attorney Knape with their most important legal matters.

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50+ reviews
15+
Years of Practice
Family Law Focus
500+
Cases Litigated
Florida Courts
Client Testimonials

Voices From the Courtroom

Attorney Knape was aggressive in court and always kept me informed. He fought hard for my custody arrangement and we got exactly what we asked for. I felt like I had a real advocate in my corner.

Michael R.

Child Custody — Orange County

Going through a high-asset divorce is terrifying. Joseph Knape understood the financial complexity of our situation and protected my interests at every step. His knowledge of Florida property law is exceptional.

Sandra T.

High-Net-Worth Divorce — Seminole County

I was served with a domestic violence injunction and had no idea what to do. Attorney Knape responded immediately, explained the process clearly, and successfully challenged the injunction. Professional and effective.

David M.

Domestic Violence Defense — Orlando

My ex kept violating our parenting plan and I felt powerless. Attorney Knape filed for enforcement and contempt and the court ruled in my favor. He doesn't back down.

Jennifer L.

Parenting Plan Enforcement — Lake Mary

The child support calculation was completely wrong and my ex was hiding income. Attorney Knape uncovered the discrepancy and got the support order modified. Worth every penny.

Carlos V.

Child Support Modification — Winter Park

I needed a prenuptial agreement that would actually hold up in court. Attorney Knape drafted a thorough agreement and explained every provision. I felt protected going into my marriage.

Rachel K.

Prenuptial Agreement — Orlando

Testimonials reflect individual client experiences. Results vary. Names may be abbreviated for privacy. These testimonials do not constitute a guarantee of outcome.

Track Record

Representative Case Results

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is different. These results are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute a promise or guarantee of any particular result.

Custody AwardedChild Custody

Secured primary residential custody for father in contested proceeding where mother alleged substance abuse. Evidence of false allegations presented; father awarded majority timesharing.

Asset ProtectionHigh-Net-Worth Divorce

Protected $1.2M in business assets from equitable distribution by establishing pre-marital character of business interests through forensic accounting and corporate records.

Injunction DissolvedDomestic Violence

Successfully challenged domestic violence injunction at evidentiary hearing. Injunction dissolved after cross-examination revealed material inconsistencies in petitioner's testimony.

Support ModifiedChild Support

Obtained downward modification of child support after demonstrating substantial change in circumstances including job loss and income reduction. Monthly obligation reduced by 40%.

Relocation DeniedRelocation

Opposed out-of-state relocation request by custodial parent seeking to move children to California. Court denied relocation petition; existing timesharing plan preserved.

Contempt GrantedEnforcement

Obtained contempt finding against former spouse for repeated violations of parenting plan. Court ordered makeup timesharing, attorney's fees, and compliance monitoring.

Qualifications

Bar Credentials & Memberships

Florida Bar Association

Active Member in Good Standing

Admitted 2009

Orange County Bar Association

Family Law Section

Member

Seminole County Bar Association

Family Law Section

Member

Avvo Rating 10.0 — Superb

Top Attorney Recognition

2024

Florida Supreme Court Certified

Family Mediator

Certified

J.D., Florida Coastal School of Law

Juris Doctor

2009

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