Neil Thomas Lyons

Neil Thomas Lyons

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Probate Lawyer at Sarasota, FL
Practice Areas: Probate, Guardianship, Estate Planning ... +2 more

6954 Professional Pkwy E, Sarasota, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 14 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2011

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Location

Luhrsen Goldberg, LLC

6954 Professional Pkwy E, Sarasota, FL, 34240

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Neil Thomas Lyons's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Imelda | November 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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Revocable Trust

My husband and I decided to establish a Revocable Trust and initiated a search to find a reputable attorney. We decided to engage Mr. Lyons relying on the many positive reviews and never regretted our choice. Mr. Lyons came across exactly as described, personable, knowledgeable, and with the level of... professionalism we were looking for. Mr. Lyons was everything anyone should expect from an attorney, we feel lucky to have been represented by him. Highly recommended.

Posted by Donna | December 2, 2022 | Hired Attorney

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Beyond Grateful

Neil was a beacon of hope to our family when our options appeared to be limited. Throughout the entire process he was genuine, respectful, patient and walked us though each step of the way. His calm and empathetic demeanor and offered so much emotional support

Posted by Charles | May 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney

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Excellent Representation in Petitioning for Guardianship and Related Unlawful Detainer Action

I hired Neil to assist me in petitioning the court seeking guardianship for my mother. Neil did an excellent job in representing me throughout the process. More importantly, Neil explained the process, the milestones, the possible roadblocks, and how we would handle them. After successfully being ...appointed guardian, Neil assisted me with filing the initial inventory and plan. Finally, he represented me in an unlawful detainer action to remove a dead-beat relative from my mother's house. Excellent work, excellent counsel, excellent advice.

Posted by Laura | December 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best experience with an attorney I have ever had!

I had Neil Lyons help me with a guardianship situation that I had been to three attorneys before him. They all told me it was complicated and would take a while. Neil resolved this issue for me quickly and in one court date! I give him a five-star rating because he was friendly, knowledgable, and ...diligent about resolving my matter for me. You will not be sorry you hired him!

Posted by Sarah-Beth | February 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Guardianship

I live in NH and my elderly grandparents moved to Florida several years ago where we do not have any friends or family. Unfortunately, they both developed dementia, and when we became concerned that something was wrong, the authorities removed them from their home and they were hospitalized due to so...me medical issues. They then ended up being placed into separate nursing homes! Around this time, my mother, their POA, died from cancer leaving nobody able to get any medical information about them or make any decisions on their behalf. Both nursing homes told the family that they would work on getting a guardian in place, however, this never happened. It was clear that we needed to take their guardianship into our own hands. By the time I met Neil Lyons, I was exhausted, scared, confused, and grieving the loss of my mother. Neil handled this complicated case with dignity, compassion, and urgency. I have dealt with several other lawyers and I have never been treated with the level of professionalism and empathy as Mr. Lyons has shown me. He is always there when something comes up about my guardianship, and he is diligent at returning my calls and emails. Neil Lyons helped me to pick up the pieces, reunite my grandparents, and make sure that they get the care they will need going forward. I am forever grateful and highly recommend Mr. Lyons for any guardianship needs!

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Neil Thomas Lyons's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dana Keane

Guardianship lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Neil for many years and have worked with him on cases involving family law and guardianship. I've also referred several of my clients to him for elder law matters and they are always happy with the services he provides. Neil is intelligent, an excellent attorney, and he cares deeply about protecting his clients' best interests."

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Pamela Martini

Probate lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Neil has been a pleasure to work with on what could have become a contested probate matter. Thanks to his diligence and professionalism, we are working amicably toward a resolution."

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M. Brandon Robinson

Guardianship lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Neil is an excellent attorney, and is always willing to lend a helping hand. Neil is intelligent, funny, and an overall great guy. His skills and knowledge in the Guardianship arena are top knotch, and I would enthusiastically recommending his services to anyone in need of a Guardianship or Probate Attorney."

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Allan Baily

Guardianship lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Neil for a number of years and know him to be a fine, intelligent, and honest attorney. Neil is a superb attorney who is diligent in his representation of his clients. I have worked with him on several cases and have been very impressed with how he handles himself both in and out of the courtroom. I endorse him without reservation."

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Whitney Glaser

Elder law lawyer

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Dana Keane

Family lawyer

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Katherine Fall

Appeals lawyer

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Pamela Martini

Elder law lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

President's Pro Bono Service Award, The Florida Bar

2018

Gold Pin - Pro Bono Award, Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division

2018

Distinguished Community Service Award, Sarasota County Bar Association

2017

Gold Pin - Pro Bono Award, Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division

2016

Gold Pin - Pro Bono Award, Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division

2016

Pro Bono Attorney of the Quarter, Legal Aid of Manasota

2011

William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, Stetson University College of Law

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Boyer & Boyer, P.A.

Associations

2017 - Present

Sarasota County Bar Association, Elder Law Section

Section Chair

2017 - Present

Florida State Guardianship Association (Gulf Coast Chapter)

Secretary

2015 - 2017

Thomas J. Penick Elder Law In of Court

Community Outreach Coordinator

Education

2011

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of South Florida

Masters

2004

University of South Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2011

Verderplas Autopoiesis: Evolution, Assimilation, and Causation of Normative Closure, in, Law, Justice and Miscommunications: Essays in Applied Legal Philosophy

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