Practice Areas: Schools & Education, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning & Probate; view more
Licensed in Connecticut since: 1996
Education: The University of Michigan Law School
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2024 Call today:
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As the managing partner at Maya Murphy, P.C., in Westport, Connecticut, attorney Joseph Maya offers his competence in various legal domains, such as special education attorney, lawyer for special education, education law attorney, education lawyer in NYC, education attorney in CT, student rights attorney, special ed attorney, educational lawyer, New York special education lawyer, lawyer for students, ed lawyers, education law firms, special education advocacy services, special education law firm, special education lawyer, School expulsion lawyer in Connecticut, School expulsion lawyer in New York, School suspension lawyer in Connecticut, School suspension lawyer in New York, Learning disabilities lawyer, special education attorney, divorce lawyer, divorce attorney, child custody lawyer, divorce lawyer, family court attorney, child custody attorney, Super Lawyer, divorce attorney, divorce attorney, divorce mediation, family lawyer, divorce mediation, family law, guardian ad litem representation, adoption attorney, family law and divorce attorney, contested divorce, high net worth divorce, uncontested divorce, annulment lawyer, lawyer family law.
Licensed to practice law in Connecticut in 1996 and New York in 1991, Mr. Maya is admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut.
Rated “Superb” on Avvo, Mr. Maya has also received positive client reviews on Martindale-Hubbell. He is fluent in Spanish, which enables him to cater to a broader client base.
Practice areas
Schools & Education, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning & Probate, Family Law, Employment & Labor: Employee, Employment & Labor: EmployerFocus areas
Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Arrest & Arraignment, Assault & Battery, Child Support, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Education, Employment Law - Employee, Estate Planning, Expungement, Failure to Pay Child Support, False Accusations, Father's Rights, Felony, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Juvenile Delinquency, Juvenile Law, Labor Law, Living Wills, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Name Change, Paternity, Power of Attorney, Prenuptial Agreements, Probate & Estate Administration, Same Sex Family Law, Sex Offenses, Sexual Harassment, Tax Evasion, Trusts, Unions, Wage & Hour Laws, Whistleblower, Wills
- 20% Schools & Education
- 20% Criminal Defense
- 20% Estate Planning & Probate
- 20% Family Law
- 10% Employment & Labor: Employee
- 10% Employment & Labor: Employer
First Admitted: 1996, Connecticut
Professional Webpage: https://mayalaw.com/attorney-joseph-c-maya/
- Connecticut, 1996
- New York, 1991
- U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern Districts of New York
- U.S. District Court for the Southern Districts of New York
- New York State Bar Association, Member, 2022
- Connecticut Bar Association, Member
- New York State Trial Lawyers Association, Member
- American Bar Association, Member
- New York County Lawyers Association, Member
- Settled a gender discrimination/disability case filed in federal district court, 2022
- Selected as a Best Lawyer for Education Law in Connecticut. Represent families and children in all aspects of education law in Connecticut. Specifically, school expulsion, suspension and discipline proceedings. Special education attorney, lawyer for special education, education law attorney, education lawyer nyc, education attorney ct, student rights attorney, special ed attorney, educational lawyer, new york special education lawyer, lawyers for student, ed lawyers, education law firms, special education advocacy services, special education law firm, special education lawyer, School expulsion lawyer in Connecticut, School expulsion lawyer in New York, School suspension lawyer in Connecticut, School suspension lawyer in New York, learning disabilities lawyer, special education attorney., 2024
- Selected as a Super Lawyer for Education Law in Connecticut. Represent families and children in all aspects of education law in Connecticut. Specifically, school expulsion, suspension and discipline proceedings. Special education attorney, lawyer for special education, education law attorney, education lawyer nyc, education attorney ct, student rights attorney, special ed attorney, educational lawyer, new york special education lawyer, lawyers for student, ed lawyers, education law firms, special education advocacy services, special education law firm, special education lawyer, School expulsion lawyer in Connecticut, School expulsion lawyer in New York, School suspension lawyer in Connecticut, School suspension lawyer in New York, learning disabilities lawyer, special education attorney., 2024
- Hundreds of verdicts and settlements resulting in millions of dollars for our clients over the years, 2022
- Handled thousands of contracts for clients over the years involved in severance negotiations, employment contracts, non-compete agreements, restrictive share agreements, non-solicitation agreements, and partnership agreements, 2022
- Circle of Friends -- connecting children with special needs with peers., 2022
- Rated “Superb”, Avvo
- Named a Super Lawyer in Education Law in Connecticut, specializing in representing families and children across all areas of education law. Expertise includes handling school expulsion, suspension, and disciplinary proceedings. As a dedicated special education attorney, I advocate for students' rights in Connecticut and New York, offering legal support in matters involving special education, school discipline, and learning disabilities. Whether you're seeking guidance on student rights, special education advocacy, or assistance with school-related legal challenges, I provide comprehensive representation for families navigating the education system., Super Lawyer for Education Law, Super Lawyers, 2024
- Selected as a Best Lawyer for Education Law in Connecticut. Represent families and children in all aspects of education law in Connecticut. Specifically, school expulsion, suspension and discipline proceedings. Special education attorney, lawyer for special education, education law attorney, education lawyer nyc, education attorney ct, student rights attorney, special ed attorney, educational lawyer, new york special education lawyer, lawyers for student, ed lawyers, education law firms, special education advocacy services, special education law firm, special education lawyer, School expulsion lawyer in Connecticut, School expulsion lawyer in New York, School suspension lawyer in Connecticut, School suspension lawyer in New York, learning disabilities lawyer, special education attorney., Best Lawyer for Education Law in Connecticut, Best Lawyers in America, 2024
- Received Positive Client Reviews, Martindale-Hubbell
- Voted as a Best Lawyer, 2022
- Selected as a Best Lawyer in America, 2022
- Law Fraternity for honor law students, Member
- Organize and lead 11,000 alumni throughout Fairfield County with respect to networking, marketing, social and interviewing skills, etc., Chapter Chair, New York University Fairfield County Club, 2022
- A charitable organization assisting children with special needs connect with peers. , Dinner Committee Member, Circle of Friends, 2022
- New York University (NYU), B.A., cum laude, 1984
- A comprehensive publication for employers and employees to understand their rights and responsibilities in the workplace, Managing Editor, Employment Law in Connecticut, Mayalaw, Employers In Connecticut, 2022
- Preparing for publication an authoritative work on Special Education Law in Connecticut., Managing Editor, Education Law in Connecticut, Educational Institutions, Students, 2022
- Selected as a Super Lawyer for Education Law in Connecticut. Represent families and children in all aspects of education law in Connecticut. Specifically, school expulsion, suspension and discipline proceedings. Special education attorney, lawyer for special education, education law attorney, education lawyer nyc, education attorney ct, student rights attorney, special ed attorney, educational lawyer, new york special education lawyer, lawyers for student, ed lawyers, education law firms, special education advocacy services, special education law firm, special education lawyer, School expulsion lawyer in Connecticut, School expulsion lawyer in New York, School suspension lawyer in Connecticut, School suspension lawyer in New York, learning disabilities lawyer, special education attorney., 2024
- Named a Best Lawyer in Education Law in Connecticut, I represent families and children in all areas of education law, including school expulsion, suspension, and disciplinary matters. As an experienced special education attorney, I focus on protecting students' rights in Connecticut and New York, offering legal support in special education, school discipline, and learning disabilities. Whether you need guidance on student rights, special education advocacy, or legal assistance with school-related issues, I provide expert legal representation to help families navigate the complex education system. Contact me for dedicated and results-driven education law services in Connecticut and New York., 2024
- Chapter Chair - NYU Alumni Club Of Fairfield County
- Fairfield County Bar Association
- New York State Trial Lawyers
- Trial Lawyers Of America
- University Of Michigan Law School Alumni Association
- Westport/Weston Chamber Of Commerce
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2024
