Joseph Francisco Mayen, Securities Attorney in San Jose, California
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Securities, SSD, and Workers Comp · 4.3/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatMayen & Herrera
San Jose, CA
Practicing securities in San Jose since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 4.3 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
Practices in
Are you Joseph Francisco Mayen?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Joseph Francisco Mayen is a member based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Securities, SSD, and Workers Comp. Joseph has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayen & Herrera. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Jose, CA
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Securities · SSD · Workers Comp
- Handles Securities, SSD, and Workers Comp matters from San Jose, CA.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Joseph Francisco Mayen: Joseph Francisco Mayen is a member based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Securities, SSD, and Workers Comp. Joseph has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayen & Herrera. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Joseph Francisco Mayen
Joseph concentrates on securities, ssd, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joseph handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Securities
View other Securities attorneys
SSD
View other SSD attorneys
Workers Comp
View other Workers Comp attorneys
Securities cases in San Jose, California
Joseph takes securities matters in San Jose, California. 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.
SSD cases in San Jose, California
Joseph takes ssd matters in San Jose, California. 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.
Workers Comp cases in San Jose, California
Joseph takes workers comp matters in San Jose, California. 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
About Joseph Francisco Mayen — Over 50 years of California securities experience
Joseph Francisco Mayen is a member based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Securities, SSD, and Workers Comp. Joseph has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayen & Herrera. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Joseph Francisco Mayen is a lawyer practicing social security, workers compensation. Joseph received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years. Joseph practices at Mayen & Herrera in San Jose, CA.
How Joseph handles securities matters
Joseph Francisco Mayen is a lawyer practicing social security, workers compensation. Joseph received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years. Joseph practices at Mayen & Herrera in San Jose, CA.
Who Joseph represents
Joseph reviews new inquiries case-by-case for securities, ssd, and workers comp matters in San Jose and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Joseph Francisco Mayen's legal education and bar admissions
Santa Clara University
J.D. · 1976
San Jose State University
B.A. · 1971
Jurisdictions
Joseph's state bar admissions
California
1976 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Joseph studied at J.D. in Santa Clara University and B.A. in San Jose State University.
Law school and academic background
Joseph completed J.D. in Santa Clara University and B.A. in San Jose State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joseph runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Joseph Francisco Mayen
Joseph has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Joseph's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California California Applicant Attorney Association
membership
Locations
Joseph Francisco Mayen's office in San Jose
Joseph's primary office is at 300 South First Street, Suite 319, San Jose, CA, 95113. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Joseph Francisco Mayen — 4.3/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Joseph. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing securities attorneys in San Jose.
4.3
1 client review
Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Joseph Francisco Mayen claims this profile.
Read all reviewsHiring guide
How to hire Joseph Francisco Mayen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new securities 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 securities attorney in San Jose, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many securities 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 securities practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every securities 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 securities practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Joseph Francisco Mayen
How much does it cost to hire Joseph for a securities 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 securities attorneys offer free consults — check Joseph's current terms during booking.
How long do securities cases in California typically take?
Simple securities 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 San Jose?
Joseph is licensed in California. Matters governed by California 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 securities 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
Securities attorneys serving San Jose, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Joseph handles securities matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified securities attorneys in that community.
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
More counsel
Other top-rated securities attorneys in California
If Joseph's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these securities attorneys in San Jose handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.

Farid Yaghoubtil
Los Angeles, California
5.0· 155

David Payab, Esq.
Woodland Hills, California
5.0· 108

Arsen Sarapinian, Esq.
Beverly Hills, California
5.0· 100

Jonathan P. Brian
Garden Grove, California
5.0· 74

Evan Sterling Kantz
Granada Hills, California
5.0· 44

Steven A. Kronenberg
San Francisco, California
5.0· 43