Brandon D. José

Brandon José represents clients in a wide range of complex commercial disputes, with a particular emphasis on matters involving contracts, insurance, regulatory compliance, and construction-related issues. He works with developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and other industry professionals to resolve litigation efficiently and strategically. His experience also includes representing clients in public bid and procurement protests.

He has contributed to the resolution of high-stakes litigation, including seven- and eight-figure disputes involving wrongful termination, fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, licensing violations, and lien and bond claims. His experience spans arbitration, bid protests against municipalities and local agencies, and lawsuits involving surety obligations and insurance coverage.

Before joining Lowndes, Brandon served as a federal judicial intern for the Honorable Monte C. Richardson and clerked with the firm during law school. He graduated second in his class from Florida A&M University College of Law, earning Book Awards in six courses and serving as Executive Articles Editor of the FAMU Law Review.

Brandon’s leadership and teamwork skills were shaped by his experience as captain of the University of West Florida Men’s Soccer Team. Outside of work, he enjoys collecting new and vintage wristwatches, watching New Hollywood-era films, and distance running.

Experience

Contract Disputes & Termination

• Represented a homeowner in a six-figure contract dispute with a pool contractor.
• Represented a general contractor in a seven-figure arbitration involving wrongful termination and constructability of architectural plans.

Fraud, Misconduct & Fiduciary Duty

• Represented a developer in an eight-figure lawsuit involving fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, building code violations, and negligence.
• Represented a developer in an eight-figure lawsuit involving corporate misconduct, construction delay, and construction mismanagement.

Construction Licensing

• Represented a general contractor in a seven-figure lawsuit involving construction licensing violations.

Bid Protests

• Represented a general contractor in a bid protest against a municipality.
• Represented a demolition contractor in a bid protest against a local agency.

Insurance & Surety

• Represented a subcontractor in a lawsuit involving surety obligations and performance bond default.
• Represented a developer in a lawsuit involving insurance coverage.

Lien & Bond Claims

• Represented a specialty fabricator in a seven-figure lien transfer bond foreclosure lawsuit.
• Represented a sitework contractor in a seven-figure lien transfer bond foreclosure lawsuit.

News

Publications

Recognition

The Best Lawyers in America guide, Ones to Watch, Commercial Litigation, 2025-2026; Litigation - Construction, 2025-2026

Community Activities

• Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida, Key Initiative Young Professionals Committee

Professional Certifications & Memberships

• Orange County Bar Association