Joseph E. "Joe" Mais, Business Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
focused on Business and Litigation
Phoenix, AZ
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Joseph E. "Joe" Mais is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
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- Phoenix, ARIZONA
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- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Phoenix) (2018).
About Joseph E. "Joe" Mais: Joseph E. "Joe" Mais is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Joseph's practice areas in Phoenix
Joseph concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joseph handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Joseph takes business matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joseph agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Joseph takes litigation matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joseph agrees to represent you.
Biography
Joseph E. "Joe" Mais, business attorney serving Phoenix
Joseph E. "Joe" Mais is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Joseph works from Phoenix, Arizona and takes on business matters across the region.
Joe is currently ranked by Chambers as an Arizona Band One litigator, and described as a "top-flight litigator much admired for the ‘clarity of his thinking.’" He is currently listed by Best Lawyers in America in both Commercial Litigation and Bet-the-Company Litigation. One reviewer said: "Joe is great at reading the overall situation... putting forward the most compelling arguments and knowing what to leave aside." He is also currently recognized by Benchmark Litigation as a "Local Litigation Star," and as a leading litigator by Southwest Super Lawyers.
Joe’s problem-solving skills as a litigator are supplemented by his years of experience as a business and practice manager. Since July 2008, Joe has served as chair of the firm’s national litigation practice group. He previously served as Managing Partner of Brown & Bain P.A. from 1995 to 2004, leading efforts that resulted in its highly successful merger with Perkins Coie in 2004, and as a member of Perkins Coie’s Management Committee from 2004 to 2008.
How Joseph handles business matters
Joe Mais is an experienced trial lawyer who has tried more than 20 jury trials, bench trials and arbitrations. He also has served as lead counsel in many significant matters that were successfully resolved before trial. He has served as lead counsel in a wide range of matters including multiple securities, intellectual property, and consumer actions, as well as contract, business tort and real…
The kind of cases Joseph takes
Joseph reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Joseph studied and practices
Stanford University
J.D. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Joseph's state bar admissions
Arizona, State Bar o
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California, The Stat
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Joseph studied at J.D. in Stanford University.
Law school and academic background
Joseph completed J.D. in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joseph runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Joseph's legal honors and published work
Joseph has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Phoenix)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Securities (Phoenix)
2016
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed as a “Super Lawyer” in Southwest Super Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Chambers USA "America's Leading Lawyers" for General Commercial Litigation in Arizona – Band 1
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Phoenix) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Securities (Phoenix) (2016). Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Joseph E. "Joe" Mais's office in Phoenix
Joseph's primary office is at 2525 E. Camelback Road, Suite 500, Phoenix, Arizona, 85016-4227. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Joseph E. "Joe" Mais — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joseph usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joseph charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joseph's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Joseph will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Joseph
Joseph discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Joseph confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joseph's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Joseph E. "Joe" Mais
How much does it cost to hire Joseph for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joseph walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joseph offer a free consultation?
Joseph charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joseph's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Joseph's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Joseph gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joseph take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Joseph is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Joseph will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Joseph?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Joseph will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joseph accepting new business clients right now?
Joseph's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Phoenix, Tucson and Scottsdale in Arizona
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