Cynthia Sue Lyons

Cynthia Sue Lyons

also known as Cindy Lyons

5.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Sparta, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI

621 N. Spring St., Sparta, TN

About Cynthia

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

All types and levels of criminal charges, from speeding tickets to the most serious felonies

33 years

40%
Divorce and Separation 40%

Contested and uncontested divorces, child custody, child support and alimony

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 30 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 33 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1992

Inactive Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Griffin Law Group

621 N. Spring St., Sparta, TN, 38583

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Cynthia Sue Lyons's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (5)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Cynthia Lyons an excellent lawyer would highly recommend !

Cynthia was an excellent attourney as well as a personal representative of my specific needs and situation. She listened and therefore took action on my behalf. She made the transition through my divorce as painless as possible with a personal approach as well as a diplomatic first hand strong appr...oach when needed. She was my lifeline throughout the end of a long term situation with children being envolved. She also handled my dual power of attourney in a timely and feasable manner. I would highly recommend Cynthia Lipns to represent in any situation she will get you through it until the Finall stages of your situation with respect and honesty and will fight for you with an iron sword !!

Posted by Rodney | May 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very happy clients

I would like to say, thank you for representing my wife and I. You pay close attention to details and kept us informed every step of the way. You're a pleasure to work with and if we ever need a lawyer again, you'll be our first choice.

Posted by Shelly | April 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Cannot get a better Divorce Attorney in Tennessee!

Divorce is never easy. Especially when it is very sudden. When I met with Ms. Lyons for the initial consultation, she immediately put me at ease with her calm and soothing demeanor. She knows the law inside and out, and as my case got more and more outrageous, she really helped while deftly handling ...the craziness that ensued. She is very secure in court, doesn't get ruffled- even when up against high-drama attorney opponents, and wins. Bottom line: She WINS. My nickname for her is "The Velvet Hammer". I will never consider another litigator for any future needs other than Cynthia Lyons.

Posted by Crystal | April 6, 2015

Top attorney in the Upper Cumberland

Ms. Lyons has done a phenomenal job in handling my personal and professional business affairs. She is professional, quick to answer and get things done and has been able to resolve issues for my company in a very efficient way. Over the last 15 years I have had to hire counsel in several areas an...d NONE have come close to Ms. Lyons and the quality of service she provides. She has saved me time, energy, stress and MONEY which are important for me and for my company. I highly recommend her for both professional and business legal matters if you are a person who demands integrity, smart legal sense, compassion, aggressive action, and someone who will work for YOU and your interests. She is my go to attorney and I have recommended her to all of my closest friends. I recommend you set up a confidential appointment with her today and check her out for yourself.

Posted by anonymous | April 5, 2015

I recommend Cynthia Lyons

Ms. Lyons was very professional and curtious when i met with her. She reviewed my documents promptly and was able to answer all my questions and address any of my concerns.

See All Client Reviews

Cynthia Sue Lyons's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Cynthia
Wesley Thomas Bray headshot
Wesley Bray

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Lyons is an experienced and seasoned criminal defense attorney. She has handled a wide rage of serious felony cases with sometimes less than desirable charges and reached great results. As a former member of the PD's Office, her appointed clients rarely appreciated the hard work and time invested by Ms. Lyons as the reviews reflect. Ms. Lyons experience will serve you well."

View All Endorsements
Wesley Thomas Bray headshot
Wesley Bray

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Cynthia S. Lyons

1999 - 2014

Assistant Public Defender, Office of the District Public Defender

Associations

2014 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

1995 - 2012

Cumberland County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Cook v. Cook

Won -- succeeded in having the trial court's adverse ruling reversed by the Court of Appeals.

State v. Aaron Aytes, 2005 Tenn. Crim. App. 235

Won -- Charges dismissed.

State v. Eston Conley

Not Guilty

State v. Ellison

Won -- Found not guilty of felony theft; jury only convicted client of JOYRIDING, a misdemeanor. Client was released on time served.

See More Legal Cases

Education

1989

Indiana University (Bloomington)

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Purdue University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Second Annual New Lawyers CLE

Legislative Update - 2013

2013

HIST 401

History of the U.S. Supreme Court

2012

New Lawyer Training

Legislative Update - 2012

2011

Upper Cumberland CLE in Crossville; CLE in Cookeville

Legislative Update - 2011 (x2)

Languages

English

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution