Joseph Martin Maher

Joseph Martin Maher

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Greenwood Village, CO
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

7887 E. Belleview Ave., #1100, Greenwood Village, CO

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 7 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 15 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Schaffner Law LLC

7887 E. Belleview Ave., #1100, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111

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Joseph Martin Maher's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best divorce attorney

Joe Maher honestly saved my life. My first attorney completely messed up my case, and I was feeling hopeless about what would happen next. When Joe stepped in, everything changed. He listened to me and fought hard for me from day one. He helped me get a great outcome, and I’m beyond grateful for t...he way he handled my case and supported me through the whole process. If you need an attorney who truly cares and will fight for you, Joe is the one. I can’t thank him enough.

Posted by Holly | March 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HIRE NOW

Joe FAR surpassed any and all expectations. Highly professional, organized, efficient, and thoroughly prepared. He quickly became more of a big brother looking out for me. He responded to calls and texts immediately, no matter how frivolous my question or minor my concern was. He honestly treats you ...like family, and fights for you as if you were his only client. Joe kept me calm in a high conflict divorce my ex created. I was intimated and terrified, and Joe eased all of these worries. I joked to him that he is more than an attorney, he's also a therapist. My ex husband hired two high powered slimly attorneys: Dan Deasy and Shawn Mousse, along with a paralegal Victoria Hubbard. I ONLY had Joe. Not only did Joe completely obliterate them at trial, Joe won me almost THREE TIMES of my initial offer at mediation! And his rate was a fraction of what my ex paid for his legal team. I even told Joe that he should charge more given his undivided attention to my case, skill level and expertise and his response was "that's what I hate about this profession, charging more is unethical." What?! An ethical attorney? That's EXACTLY what Joe is. If you are looking for someone wildly affordable, who's on top of their game, looks out for your best interest, and fights for you like family, HIRE HIM! I cannot recommend him enough. He knows the tricks dirty parties play, and is always one step ahead of the game. He keeps his cool, nothing wavers him. Joe catches little things the other party tries to pull, or that I even didn't notice. As he explained to me, it's a marathon not a sprint. He plays the long game. Fantastic with finances, getting me what I deserved and more, but most importantly, he protected me and my children. Keeping the safety and security of me and my young children at the forefront. He patiently explained every step of the process, so patient, even answering the same question twice in a way that I understood. Affordable, trustworthy, responsive, and highly professional. He also knows so many of the legal experts you will encounter in this process, CFI's, mediators, opposing counsels, judges, etc.

Posted by William | January 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce Attorney

Joe represented me in a financially complicated divorce. Joe was extremely knowledgeable and stayed focused on achieving the best possible outcome throughout the process . Joe was also very efficient with his time, and responsive to my questions and concerns. I highly recommend Joe.

Posted by Janine | January 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Superb

Joseph Maher is an excellent attorney who is ethical, hard-working, trustworthy, communicative, knowledgeable and motivated. My family is grateful to have worked with Joe during our tough and complicated divorce case. His confidence is very calming during stressful times and I highly recommend Joe to... help with any type of divorce case as he has seen it all. He is very well respected in the legal community because of his ethical and hardworking behavior.

Posted by Aleannah | January 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An attorney you can definitely trust.

Joseph Maher was my attorney for a post decree matter. My case was a mess from previous counsel, I was a mess from a bad experience, and I also was very hesitant to change attorneys. Retaining Joe was the best decision I made. When I sat in for my consult, he was honest, to the point, and didn’t prom...ise me anything he knew I wouldn’t get. Joe is a very detail oriented attorney, he will prepare a strategy for your case when retained and he will lead you in the right direction. There were times where I didn’t agree or see where he was going with something, however in the end, it was all part of a long term strategy. I’ve since been in the legal field myself and I know plenty of attorneys, the only one I would recommend for family law matters is Joe Maher. Joe is also extremely well versed in complicated financial matters with lots of assets. 10/10.

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Joseph Martin Maher's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eliza Steinberg

Family lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Joe is an excellent advocate for his clients. He is easy to work with and a great resource in the office. Joe is smart and knows a good settlement but is also very comfortable in the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jolie Weinberg

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Joe and I worked together for over 7 years and he was one of the smartest, hardworking and caring attorneys I have known. He truly cares about his clients and will do what is needed to get his client the best results. He is a reasonable attorney and has the common sense to know when to try a case and when a settlement is appropriate. We miss Joe a lot as do his clients in Maryland. Colorado has gained a wonderful attorney!"

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Amos Whitney

Family lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Joe Maher is a trusted co-worker with whom I often brainstorm ideas regarding litigation strategies and creative settlement solutions. Joe is an excellent negotiator who is always prepared to fight for his clients in court. I have recommended friends & family to Joe (and will continue to do so) - which is the highest compliment an attorney can give another!"

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Eliza Steinberg

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2023

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Star, SuperLaywers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Special Counsel, Schaffner Law LLC

2022 - 2024

Shareholder, Griffiths Law PC

2019 - 2022

Senior Associate, Griffiths Law PC

2018 - 2019

Associate, Frie, Arndt & Danborn P.C.

2015 - 2018

Senior Counsel, Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C.

2011 - 2015

Associate, Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C.

2010 - 2011

Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Louis A. Becker (Ret.), Circuit Court For Howard County, Maryland

Associations

2020 - Present

First Judicial District Bar Association

Board Member

2020 - Present

City Year Denver

Associate Board Member

2018 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

First Judicial District Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Metro Volunteer Lawyers

Volunteer Attorney

2020 - 2023

Metro Volunteer Lawyers

Board Member

2013 - 2018

Howard County Bar Association

Board Member

2011 - 2018

Howard County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2011 - 2018

Howard County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Member

2011 - 2018

Howard County Family Law Assistance Program

Volunteer Attorney

2010 - 2021

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Education

2010

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Kalamazoo College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2009

University of Baltimore Law Forum Marcantonio v. Moen

2008

University of Baltimore Law Forum Clancy v. King

Languages

English

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