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also known as Maya Murphy, P.C., Mayalaw.com
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Mr. Maya grew up in Brooklyn, New York. He attended New York University. While at NYU, he worked as a paralegal for Brown, Wood, Ivey, Mitchell & Petty (now Sidley Austin Brown Wood). He also interned for the Legal Aid Society of New York and Legal Services of New York City. Upon graduating from NYU, Mr. Maya worked full-time as a paralegal prior to attending law school at the University of Michigan. Upon graduating from Michigan Law School, Mr. Maya began his legal career at Rogers & Wells (now Clifford Chance) as an Associate Attorney. In order to pursue his passion for employment law, Mr. Maya joined the NYC Human Rights Commission, Law Enforcement Bureau, where he prosecuted claims alleging employment discrimination against employers. After five years at the Commission, Mr. Maya started his own firm practicing exclusively in the area of employment law. Over the years, many clients asked Mr. Maya to represent them in other matters involving various practice areas.
Eventually, Mr. Maya expanded the firm, adding lawyers with expertise in other practice areas. Today, Mr. Maya represents both individuals and corporations in employment contracts, severance negotiations, non-competition agreements, and in complex commercial contract disputes. Several decades ago, Mr. Maya began practicing in the area of education law. Today, he represents children and families in educational matters related to Special Education (IEP/504) and accommodations, discipline, expulsion, and suspension.
Mr. Maya is licensed to practice law in New York and Connecticut. He is also admitted to the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the District of Connecticut. Mr. Maya also has extensive experience in arbitrations and dispute mediations.
Mr. Maya lives in Westport, CT, with his wife (and law partner, Susan). He enjoys playing racquetball. He has finished the NYC Marathon three times and dozens of half marathons.
Mr. Maya can be reached in the New York office at ext. 110. He can be reached in the Connecticut office at ext. 110. His email address is He is available to consult evenings and weekends.
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38 years | 501 cases
38 years | 100 cases
34 years | 1,000 cases
34 years | 500 cases
Free Consultation
$0 first 45 minutes
Sometimes
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
State: New York
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
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266 Post Road East, Westport, CT, 06880-3625
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Posted by Chris | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Joseph Maya has helped me through a number of complicated legal situations including financial planning, real estate transactions, and corporate issues. He has provided excellent guidance and service. He is very responsive, knowledgeable, thorough, and I would highly recommend him.
Posted by Mica | February 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
The Maya Murphy law firm has brought a security to my life that I never expected to need. I have found them to be there for me in situations that I never would have predicted. Knowing that I can turn to them for advice, guidance and support has given me a sense of security in my life. Their expert...
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Even though Joseph Maya wasn’t able to help me legally he spent much time researching and listened to me when I spoke to him with his undecided attention. Highly recommend him as an attorney.
Posted by Catherine | July 9, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Joseph Maya provided me with an honest and informative explanation of the law related to defamation in Connecticut. He was well informed and patient in answering all of my questions. I would definitely recommend him for legal representation.
Posted by Annette | May 28, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
I was able to talk to Joe Maya about my husband's case regarding his daughter and her refusal to do schoolwork. I needed advice on whether my husband can legally do something since his ex isn't notifying him about his daughter's refusal to do work and since he hasn't seen his daughter since the pand...
"Joe cares deeply for the law and adheres strictly to his ethical obligations. He partners with clients to achieve their goals, providing them with thoughtful, practical, and efficient counsel. His unfailing courtesy never detracts from his sharp knowledge of the law, and together they make him a formidable adversary in the courtroom or at the negotiation table."
"Joe is an exceptional attorney with superior knowledge regarding complex employment law issues. He delivers advice effectively to his clients without sugar coating. Joe is one of the most hardworking and professional attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is an experienced employment attorney and has gotten great results for his clients."
"Joe is as compassionate with his client as he is relentless in pursuing the best outcome for them."
"If you have an employment issue, do not do anything before consulting Joseph Maya. His experience representing employees and employers over the past decade allows him to access your situation and give you the guidance you need. Whether you need advise on an employment contracts, severance agreement, sexual harassment or discrimination, Joseph Maya can help you reach the optimal results."
"Attorney Joseph Maya is one of the preeminent employment lawyers in the region. I have had the pleasure of working with Attorney Maya for years, and have witnessed the universally high regard in which he is held by the courts, his adversaries, his peers, and his clients."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
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2023
Client Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2014
Top Contributor, Avvo
1996 - Present
Managing Partner, Maya Murphy, P.C.
1989 - 1994
Associate, Clifford Chance
1992 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1991 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1990 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1990 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
New York County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Plaintiff won
1984
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
Litigation strategy and the use of technology
2009
Taking effective depositions in employment cases
2015
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2012
English
Spanish
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