Joseph Carter Maher

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Joseph Carter Maher: Attorney with Maher & Maher Law, PC
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Reviewed
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

Joseph ("Joe") Maher is a Colorado Springs DUI and criminal defense attorney and founding partner of Maher & Maher Law PC. A former El Paso County prosecutor who served on the Vehicular Homicide team, Joe has tried more than 70 jury trials as both a prosecutor and defense lawyer. He is one of only four attorneys in Colorado to earn the ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist designation, reflecting advanced training in DUI blood and breath testing science, and he has completed SFST, SFST Instructor, and ARIDE courses-the same training used to prepare DUI officers. Joe has been voted by his peers as one of Colorado Springs' Top DUI Attorneys in Colorado Springs Magazine's 2023, 2024, and 2025 Top Attorney lists. Clients consistently praise his responsiveness, clear communication, and genuine concern for their future. Joe measures success not only in case results, but in how well his clients feel protected, informed, and cared for throughout the DUI and criminal defense process."
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Areas of Practice (4)

  • DUI/DWI
  • Criminal Defense
  • Personal Injury
  • Motorcycle Accidents

Education & Credentials

Law School Attended:
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, J.D., 2012
Year of First Admission:
2012
Admission:
2012, Colorado
Memberships:
Joseph (“Joe”) Maher is a leading Colorado Springs DUI attorney recognized for both his trial skill and advanced scientific expertise. He is one of only four attorneys in Colorado to earn the ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist designation, reflecting elite training in DUI blood and breath testing science. Joe has been voted by his peers as one of Colorado Springs’ Top DUI Attorneys (2023–2025), is a member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and holds perfect 10.0 ratings on Avvo and Justia. He has also earned hundreds of 5-star Google reviews, with clients consistently praising his responsiveness, compassion, and exceptional preparation. Joe brings a rare blend of scientific precision, courtroom experience, and genuine client care to every DUI case he defends.
Languages:
English
ISLN:
1000652906

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Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (3 reviews)
Peer Reviewed

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 06/19/24 in Criminal Law

    Joe is highly experienced in criminal defense, and particularly in alcohol-related driving offenses. While we practice the same area of law, my office regularly refers cases to him if we are conflicted or do not take that particular type of case. I w... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 05/22/24 in Criminal Law

    Mr. Maher is an excellent attorney. I have personally observed him in practice, and I know him to be a lawyer who is ethical, trustworthy, and who conducts himself in a manner which demonstrates the highest degree of professionalism in the field.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/22/24 in Criminal Law

    Joe is both an exceptional litigator and liked by his colleagues and opponents alike.

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (102 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Contact Information:

719-301-0920  Phone

719-481-3137  Fax

www.maherandmaherlaw.com

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