DISTRICT JUDGE - 6
Year Term
William J. Benz, Esq.
Bill Benz and his wife, Donna have lived in Northampton Township since 1981. They chose
Northampton as their home for many reasons, but mainly as a great place to raise their
three sons, Bill, Sean and Kris.
Bill is a practicing attorney with 25 years of litigation, real estate, and business law
experience. His office has been in Lakeside Office Park in Southampton for the past 15
years.
Bill has been honored by the Pennsylvania Legislature with a Citation for his many
contributions to the community. In 2003 he was named Business Person of the Year by the
Feasterville Business Association. Bill was President of that organization in 1991.
From 1993 to 2000 Bill served a six-year term of office on the Northampton Township Board
of Supervisors. He also served for three and one half years on the Northampton Township
Zoning Hearing Board from 1989 top 1992. Bill chairs an Annual Blood Drive for the
American Red Cross and is an Adult Advisor to the Boy Scouts of America. Bill’s son
Billy is an Eagle Scout.
Bill has served on the Parish Counsel at St. Cyril of Jerusalem and he is currently
serving on the St. Vincent DePaul Steering Committee for the proposed Parish Center.
Bill is on the Board of Directors of the LaSalle College High School Alumni Association
where he serves as Chairman of Career Day.
Why did we choose Bill Benz as Northampton’s next District Judge?
Because of his proven commitment as a civic leader.
Because he has the litigation experience and professionalism that the position requires.
Because he has the integrity and temperament that the position of District Judge demands.
