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Biography
Former Prosecutor, Long Time Top Rated Criminal Defense Lawyer
Compare my background and experience with any other lawyer.
A criminal lawyer for over 40 years.
8 years as a criminal prosecutor and the last 34 years as a criminal defense lawyer.
Named to "Best Lawyers in America" since 1995.
Rated tops in Legal Ability and Ethics
Can other lawyers say that?
Will Your Lawyer Go To Trial?
Fancy web sites or empty claims of aggressive defense guarantee nothing. Ask a lawyer if they will actually go to trial if you don't get what you want from the prosecutor. They won't tell you a dirty little secret. A few will. Most won't.
The prosecutors know who will go to trial and who won't. Who is bluffng and who isn't.
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Delaware for 51 years
State: Delaware
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 48 years
State: California
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
The Lyons Law Firm
1526 Gilpin Avenue, P.O. BOX 579, Wilmington, DE, 19899
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Dan Lyons's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Dan's a great lawyer if you're affluent
I hired Dan Lyons 2x and he fought tooth and nail for me in both cases. The outcomes were excellent. The reason I only gave LyonsLaw 4 stars because unless you have $10K+ for a second DUI look elsewhere. Dan caters to the rich. His expertise in law should not be questioned. He's top tier. If yo...
Posted by Matthew | March 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
BEST ATTORNEY IN DELAWARE
Mr. Lyons is the best lawyer I have ever met or ever used. I have met 100’s or lawyers due to my field in Information Technology and used a few in my personal life. I can say without a doubt that Dan is a skilled attorney and a man who cares about his clients. I called other lawyers before Dan and th...
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DUI
Mr. Lyons assisted my son in a very complicated matter . I can't appreciate more his professionalism and experience in this case. I highly recommend him .
Posted by Anthony | August 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Review of Attorney Dan Lyons
I can honestly write this without any reservations. Dan Lyons is a great attorney. He laid out all of the facts and let me know where I stood at every phase in the process. This was extremely helpful for me because it was my first and only time. He told me early on the possible outcomes of the case e...
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
3rd Dui and vehicular assault 2nd degree
I was facing at least 3 months jail time. Mr. Lyons got it down to Reckless alcohol related, dui class and 1 year probation. I didn't even lose my license. Mr. Lyons will fought for me and he will fight for you too.
Dan Lyons's Lawyer Endorsements
David Lyons
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Best lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Top Lawyers Criminal Defense, Delaware Today
2015
Top Lawyers Criminal Defense, Delaware Today
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2011
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2010
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2007
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2005
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2005
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2004
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2003
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2002
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2000
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
1999
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
1999
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1998
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
1998
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1997
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
1997
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1996
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
1996
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1995
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
1995
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1982 - Present
Owner, The Lyons Law Firm
1978 - 1982
Assistant U.S. Attorney, US Department of Justice
1974 - 1978
Trial Attorney, U.S. Department Of Justice, Organized Crime & Racketeering Section, San Francisco Strike Force
Associations
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Member
Delaware Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Delaware State Bar Association
Member
1995 - 1996
Delaware Trial Lawyers AssociationPast President
Sample of Legal Cases
Shinn v. Chimes, Inc.
$2.5 million jury verdict
Shinn v. Chimes, Inc.
$2.5 million jury verdict
Education
1974
Georgetown University Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
Amherst College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
St. Thomas More Society Annual CLE 2005 - 2015
Ethical Issues for Trial Lawyers
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
First time dui, blew .113. Need a license to get back and fourth to work. Is this possible in DE?
18 Nov 2015
Q&A
What will happen to me if I'm a passenger in a car and the driver gets arrested for drug possession?
15 Aug 2015