Joseph Martin Maher

I hired Joe after feeling disappointed with a previous divorce lawyer I had been working with. His ability to simplify what was at stake, logical approach, and compassion helped me feel confident in my decision to switch lawyers. Joe promptly responded to all respondent attorney communications as well as my own, along with his paralegal (who’s also a gem), in a professional, supportive manner. During the case, Joe presented my options in a clear, fair manner before decisions were made (with my consent) and always followed through. I cannot recommend Joe enough if you are going through a divorce. During an emotionally vulnerable time, an intelligent, fair, responsive lawyer is what is needed. Joe not only is this exact type of lawyer, but my outcome was a positive one as well. As a result, I have been able to move forward in my life, knowing I had done my best in a difficult situation represented by an excellent lawyer.

Mr. Maher was very effective in addressing the dynamics involved with child custody and parenting time. He was also very thorough in business evaluation and negotiation. He keeps things on schedule and moves to help expedite the process as quickly as possible.

Divorce is hard! Joe is a great attorney in this circumstance! He took an extremely stressful event in my life and helped me process all the required steps easily, minimizing my stress through the process. He walked along side me, pushed nothing!! I appreciated his level counsel and support every step of the way. He is professional, ethical, and truly served my best interest, personally and financially. One of the good guys for sure! Thank You Joe! ;)

After going through the most difficult year of my life I can honestly say I made the absolute best choice in hiring Joseph Maher. Joe was patient, communicative, direct and tough. I had a very complex, highly litigated divorce and Joe was steadfast in his focus on helping me navigate an incredibly emotional and difficult process. He provided excellent counsel which included some tough reality checks as needed to keep me focused on the right things. He was a great advocate for me when it came to making the best decisions for my son. He was also very helpful in making sure I understood all aspects of my case. I would not hesitate recommending Joe to anyone who is looking for an attorney skilled in both collaborative or highly litigated scenarios. Thank you Joe!

I hired Joe to handle my divorce, from filing through the final decree. It is important to note that Joe is highly professional and was looking out for my children's and my best interests at all times. It was clear to me, through this process, that not all attorneys have the highest level of integrity like Joe. His integrity not only helped me feel better about the process, but prevented problems that a lack of integrity or shady tactics could have caused. It was important to me that Joe was able to successfully manage all aspects of my case while keeping the big picture in mind at all times. His ability to quickly review the details of the case, without spending extra time or money, and retain the details is impressive. Joe was very careful to look at the big picture and help assist me in making decisions that would limit time, expense, and stress. He was able to keep me on track and focused on the most effective and efficient approach, despite the highly emotional circumstances that unfortunately surrounds many divorces. Joe is also very responsive and easy to get in touch with. I could tell he was focused on my case when communicating with him. The other staff at his firm are also excellent to work with. I really cannot say enough good things about Joe. His experience in other states was also valuable for my case. I would recommend Joe to anyone without hesitation, which is not something I do often. I do not write reviews often. However, I was happy to write this review, as I hope anyone searching for a great attorney will be as fortunate as I.

Joe helped me with my divorce that involved the typical child custody and separation of property, but also involved a business that my ex and I owned together. Joe made sure to discuss all of the options with me and the possible outcomes not only short term but what my choices could mean 10 years down the road. I highly recommend him!

I hired Joe to represent me during post-divorce Parenting Plan negotiations. It was a very tense and difficult situation that I did not want to be in, but Joe offered great advice and helped me to get an agreement created that was more clear and conducive to peace. He has also been kind enough to let me ask some questions about the document nearly a year later. While I sincerely hope I never again have need to retain his services, should another situation like this occur, I hire him again. I only wish I had done so during my divorce rather than doing it on my own.

I absolutely recommend Joseph Maher. I have Parkinson’s and was a stay at home wife with a signed prenuptial agreement and I could not have been better represented throughout my divorce. Joe and his team at Griffiths law gave me 100% great job !

Joe was extremely helpful in his advice given to me relative to an unusual case. Joe listened to me, he was very understanding as to my situation, and took time to discuss the case with me.

Joe excelled in a couple of areas that truly cemented my lasting positive impression of him. First, despite the difficulty of the case, the lack of response of opposing council and increasing beleaguerment on my part, Joe maintained a calm business demeanor and helped me stay grounded. He kept my expectations realistic, but urged my attentiveness and (in some cases) more aggressive stance on issues he felt important. While doing all of this, he managed to align the proceedings as closely as possible to what I told him (in my consultation) was my desired outcome. Secondly, when it was time to do so, Joe planted his feet and dug in. My proceedings involved deposing the opposing party – a situation I’d never been in before. I watched Joe methodically and strategically move through topics that, prior to my seeing him in action, I didn’t fully understand. I watched the strategy and narrative unfold in front of me and morph based on the responses he garnered. It truly left me being extremely appreciative that I retained him. In short, I’m deeply grateful for Joe. He made the best out of a terrible situation – and left me feeling as whole as he could at the end. He never overbilled me (and in some cases forewent billing me to save my pocketbook) and responded to me well into the evenings and occasionally on weekends (even though he was dealing with this COVID-crisis with his own family’s schedule). He truly cares for his clients and doesn’t simply wish to “check the box”. I’d use him again for any follow-up needs and would (and have) recommended him widely when asked. Thank You Joe!

Joe was a great lawyer! I have Parkinson’s and I get very nervous and tongue tied he was very patient and understanding! Great guy and lawyer.

Joe Maher is a great lawyer, highly recommended. I hired him for my divorce after I had been with another firm and was already several thousand dollars into the process. He was caring, professional, relentless in the negotiations and he understood the daunting issues that faced me. He also seemed very well respected at the court house, on good terms with clerks and judges. Unlike my previous lawyers, they seemed to have no rapport with the court! This probably was the best decision I could have made. I would have not had the same outcome with the other firm for sure!

Joe is an accomplished lawyer that knows the law thoroughly and is an excellent litigator; however, Joe's most defining quality is his ability to read the situation and act appropriately. I consulted Joe for a personal matter, but as a fellow lawyer in the community, have worked with him on a number of matters. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a true advocate.

I hired Joe to represent my interests for a very emotionally painful divorce and custody case. Not only was he calm, but he understood exactly how each situation would turn out and steered me towards acting only in the most advantageous ways for my case. Everything ended up very favorably for me, thanks to Joe’s even keeled, hard edged negotiating abilities and understanding of the law. I’m so glad I hired him- I have a really good chance to make my life awesome now. He is really the best. He was also aware of my finances and worked hard to keep my fees low.

Joe worked tirelessly to accomplish everything I needed of him and to provide top notch advice throughout a seriously trying divorce situation. Hands-down would hire again.