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Neil is an attorney licensed to practice in the State of Florida. He resides in Sarasota with his wife Mary and their sons Luke and Dylan. He has been a Sarasota resident since 1995 and attended Cardinal Mooney High school graduating with the class of 1999. He attended University of South Florida and was awarded his Bachelor’s degree in 2004, and further attended the University of South Florida for graduate studies earning his Master’s degree in Education in 2008. He attended Stetson University College of Law and earned his Juris Doctorate in 2011.
While attending law school, Neil was invited to present an original theory of the evolution of modern legal systems at the 2011 Socio-Legal Studies Conference at the University of Sussex, in the United Kingdom. The topic of his presentation was selected for publication in a collection of essays entitled Law, Justice, and Miscommunications: Essays in Applied Legal Philosophy, (Vanderplas, 2011).
Neil has been a member of the Florida bar since 2011, has been practicing in the area of elder law since 2014, and has previously practiced in the area of commercial insurance coverage specifically for construction defect disputes.
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6954 Professional Pkwy E, Sarasota, FL, 34240
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Posted by Imelda | November 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
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...
Posted by Sarah-Beth | February 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
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...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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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
2014 - Present
Attorney, Boyer & Boyer, P.A.
2017 - Present
Sarasota County Bar Association, Elder Law SectionSection Chair
2017 - Present
Florida State Guardianship Association (Gulf Coast Chapter)Secretary
2015 - 2017
Thomas J. Penick Elder Law In of CourtCommunity Outreach Coordinator
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Masters
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
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Our will was written while we lived in Maryland since we retired to Florida what changes need to be made?
14 May 2019
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19 Apr 2019
Can the Agent on a Durable Power of Attorney also be the Guardian or Conservator in the event the Court decides it is necessary?
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