William J. Benz

William J. Benz is of Counsel to High Swartz LLP and practices out of our Feasterville law office. He has been representing clients in Bucks County and throughout Pennsylvania for over 30 years. Bill is dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for all his clients. Bill’s practice focuses on probate and estate administration. He also provides counsel for estate planning, business law, business succession planning and real estate transactions. Within Bucks County, Bill has prior experience serving as Magisterial District Judge for Northampton and Upper Southampton Townships. He also served as Township Supervisor and Zoning Board member in Northampton Township. Bill works with his estates clients to preserve and protect their legacy. Executors and families turn to him when estate issues become overwhelming. More importantly, Bill understands that the practice of law is about humanity. He will listen to your story and guide you to the legal services that fit your needs. To view some of Bill's legal content regarding estate administration, probate, business succession, real estate and more, click here. Bill is no stranger to community work in and around lower Bucks County. In fact, he has received two citations by the Pennsylvania State Legislature for outstanding community service. Bill attended La Salle College High School in Glenside, PA, earned his bachelor’s degree from La Salle University and law degree from McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific in Sacramento, California. In his earlier years, Bill played semi-pro football for the Somerton All-Stars in Northeast Philadelphia. Awards and Honors Honors Pennsylvania Legislature Recognition in Honor of Miracle League of Northampton, 2012 William Whelan Service Award Recipient, La Salle College High School Business Person of the Year by Feasterville Business Association, 2003 Pennsylvania Legislature Citation Acknowledging Outstanding Community Service, 2003 Elected to office of Magisterial District Judge in 2005, and re-elected in 2011 2012 Citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for Community Service AV Distinguished Peer Review rated by Martindale-Hubbell®

• Estate Administration and Business Attorney

• Magisterial District Court Judge, Northampton Township and Upper Southampton Townships, Bucks County 2006-2021

• Boy Scouts of America, Adult Advisor
• American Red Cross Blood Drives, Chairman
• LaSalle College High School Alumni Association, Director
• The Miracle League of Northampton Township, Board Member
• Feasterville Business Association, Past President, 1991
• Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation, Counsel, 1981 - 1986

• Pennsylvania, 1980
• U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 1982

• Northampton Township (Township Supervisor and Zoning Board Member)
• Bucks County Bar Association
• Bucks County Inns of Court
• Northampton Business and Professional Association
• Feasterville Business Association
• Southampton Business Association