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Joseph Maya

Maya Murphy, P.C. - Representing Excellence.
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  • Connecticut, New York
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Biography

Our firm’s main areas of focus are employment law, divorce and family law, criminal law, litigation, estate planning, personal injury, education law, and business law.

All of our attorneys are licensed to practice in multiple states, including Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey.

Attorney Maya received his J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School and his B.A., Cum Laude, from New York University. He began his career at Clifford Chance in New York City and he has practiced in the state and federal courts of New York and Connecticut. He is the Managing Partner of Maya Murphy. Mr. Maya was born in Brooklyn, New York and resides with his family in Westport, CT.

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Education
University of Michigan Law School
J.D. | Law
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New York University
B.A. | Politics
Honors: Cum Laude
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Professional Experience
Managing Partner
Maya Murphy, P.C.
- Current
Associate Attorney
Clifford Chance
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Cases in the News
Various Newspapers
Speaking Engagements
Taking effective depositions in employment cases, Connecticut Employment Lawyers
Litigation strategy and the use of technology, Litigation for the small firm
Certifications
Voted as one of the Best Lawyers in America
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Voted Best Lawyer in America for Education Law
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Voted Best Lawyer in America for Employment Law
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Voted Best Lawyer in America for Employment Law
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Awards
Best Lawyer in Connecticut for Education Law
Best Lawyers in America
Selected as a Best Lawyer in America for Education Law in Connecticut. Our firm handles cases involving expulsion, suspension, school discipline, bullying, special education, 504, IEP, PPT and all matters related to education law in Connecticut. We handle cases involving private and public schools, including the UConn, Quinnipiac, Sacred Heart, Pace, Fairfield University, Greenwich Country Day, Greens Farms Academy, Fairfield Prep, and all high schools in Connecticut and New York.
Best Lawyer in Connecticut for Education Law
Best Lawyers in America
Selected as a Best Lawyer in America for Education Law in Connecticut. Our firm handles cases involving expulsion, suspension, school discipline, bullying, special education, 504, IEP, PPT and all matters related to education law in Connecticut. We handle cases involving private and public schools, including the UConn, Quinnipiac, Sacred Heart, Pace, Fairfield University, Greenwich Country Day, Greens Farms Academy, Fairfield Prep, and all high schools in Connecticut and New York.
Selected as a Best Lawyer in America for Employment Law in Connecticut
Best Lawyers in America
Selected as a Best Lawyer in America for Employment Law in Connecticut. Our firm handles offer letter negotiations, severance negotiations, non-compete litigation and negotiation, non-solicit agreements, sexual harassment and employment discrimination cases.
Best Lawyer in America
Best Lawyers
Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbel Lawyers Service
Professional Associations
New York State Bar  # 2357648
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Connecticut Bar Association
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New York State Trial Lawyers Association
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American Bar Association
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New York County Trial Lawyers Association
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Connecticut
State of Connecticut Judicial Branch
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New York
New York State Office of Court Administration
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
Practice Areas
    Employment Law
    Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
    DUI & DWI
    Probate
    Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
    Personal Injury
    Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
    Education Law
    Estate Planning
    Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
    Elder Law
    White Collar Crime
    Arbitration & Mediation
    Business - Arbitration/Mediation, Consumer - Arbitration/Mediation, Family - Arbitration/Mediation
    Business Law
    Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Additional Practice Area
  • Litigation
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Spanish: Spoken
Legal Answers
Q. My boss sent a email from work email to her personal it had my personal information such as SS, against policy can I sue
A: I strongly suggest you speak to an experienced lawyer licensed in your jurisdiction about this legal issue. Best of luck to you.
Q. Can children (and their spouses) serve as witnesses for their parent when signing a Power of Attorney in CT?
A: I am sorry to hear about your situation with your father. To fully address your questions, you will probably need to hire an attorney licensed to practice in Connecticut. I wish you the best of luck in the resolution of your situation.
Q. Hi, school psychologist in Bristol CT reported my children to DCF for neglect of medical care.
A: I am sorry to hear about your situation. To fully address your issue with DCF and your child's school, you will probably need to hire an attorney licensed to practice in Connecticut. I wish you the best of luck in the resolution of your situation.
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Websites & Blogs
Website
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Videos
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Attorney Ephraim Fink practices personal injury law at Maya Murphy, P.C.  He frequently assists individuals with personal injury claims who have suffered from dog attacks. Attorney Ephraim Fink on Dog Attacks

Attorney Ephraim Fink practices personal injury law at Maya Murphy, P.C. He frequently assists individuals with personal injury claims who have suffered from dog attacks.

Attorney Lauren MacDonald practices education law at Maya Murphy, P.C. She frequently assists parents and students with disciplinary issues, FERPA issues, bullying matters, special education issues, and private school contracts. Attorney Lauren MacDonald on Education

Attorney Lauren MacDonald practices education law at Maya Murphy, P.C. She frequently assists parents and students with disciplinary issues, FERPA issues, bullying matters, special education issues, and private school contracts.

Attorney Lauren MacDonald practices Employment Law at Maya Murphy, P.C. She frequently negotiates severance agreements, including non-competition and non-solicitation agreements, and handles wrongful terminations. Attorney Lauren MacDonald on Employment Law

Attorney Lauren MacDonald practices Employment Law at Maya Murphy, P.C. She frequently negotiates severance agreements, including non-competition and non-solicitation agreements, and handles wrongful terminations.

Inappropriate sexual conduct in the workplace is simply unacceptable. Connecticut law has strict repercussions for sexual harassment and can entitle you to just compensation. 

Contact the expert employment law attorneys... Connecticut Sexual Harassment Law

Inappropriate sexual conduct in the workplace is simply unacceptable. Connecticut law has strict repercussions for sexual harassment and can entitle you to just compensation. Contact the expert employment law attorneys...

There are situations when an employment relationship proves unfairly detrimental. Connecticut's Fair Employment Practices Act legally prohibits abusive exploitation and discrimination in the workplace. 

If you have questions or concerns... The Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act

There are situations when an employment relationship proves unfairly detrimental. Connecticut's Fair Employment Practices Act legally prohibits abusive exploitation and discrimination in the workplace. If you have questions or concerns...

Connecticut's standard at-will employment is intended to offer both employers and employees flexibility in their working agreements. 

For questions of concerns regarding employment law, contact Joseph C. Maya, Esq., at... The Connecticut "At-Will" Employment Doctrine

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In January of 2015, Connecticut implemented a substantial increase to decedent estate fees. Lawmakers... Connecticut Responds to Probate Fee Increase

Welcome to MayaLaw: your access to all the information you didn't know you needed to know. In January of 2015, Connecticut implemented a substantial increase to decedent estate fees. Lawmakers...

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The following video outlines the first steps of estate administration as set forth by... Connecticut Probate Law: Wills, Heirs, and Estate Administration

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Maya Murphy, P.C.
266 Post Road East
Westport, CT 06880
Telephone: (203) 221-3100
Fax: (203) 221-3199
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Maya Murphy, P.C.
261 Madison Ave
26th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Telephone: (212) 682-5700
Fax: (212) 682-5797
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Notice: Live Chat available 24/7 with live operators to answer legal questions. Our attorneys are available very early in the morning, late at night, weekends, and holidays. Your questions and concerns are important to you, and they are important to us to!