Catha Nicol Lyons, better known as Nikki to her friends and family, is currently a managing member at Larson, Lyons & Al-Hamdani, a top-rated immigration law practice located in Dayton, OH. Previously, she was a solo practitioner at The Lyons Law Firm. Nikki has been licensed to practice since 2013 and is a member of both the New Mexico and Ohio bars. Nikki lives in Dayton and focuses her practice exclusively on immigration law. She offers businesses and individuals comprehensive immigration solutions customized to fit their needs. She also regularly volunteers her time to provide detained immigrants with greater access to legal representation, ensuring they receive their fair day in court.
Practice areas
Family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, non-immigrant visas, consular processing, naturalization, waivers, work authorization, removal defense, and immigration litigation.
Asylum and refugee status based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OH | Active | 2018 | 10/19/2020 |
NM | Active | 2013 | 09/11/2018 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2021 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
Cum Laude | University of Dayton School of Law | 2012 |
Magna Cum Laude | Wright State University | 2010 |
Outstanding Senior in Philosophy | Wright State University | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Larson, Lyons & Al-Hamdani | 2019 - Present |
Managing Member | The Lyons Law Firm, LLC | 2018 - Present |
Volunteer Attorney | Immigration Justice Campaign | 2018 - 2018 |
Contract Attorney | Independent Contractor | 2013 - 2018 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Ohio State Bar Association | Member | 2018 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2017 - Present |
State Bar of New Mexico | Member | 2013 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) | THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S RECENT EFFORTS TO UNDERMINE ASYLUM, EXPLAINED | 2019 |
The Columbus Dispatch | Government has a duty to follow the law on immigration | 2018 |
American immigration Lawyers Association | Detective Work of Asylum Cases; How Surgeons Can Help | 2018 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Dayton School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
Wright State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2010 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Annual Update on H1B & OPT | H1Bs & OPT | 2021 |
Case name | Outcome |
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LGBTQ Asylum | Asylum Granted |
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Matthew Olsman, Immigration Attorney on Feb 12, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ms. Lyons and I worked together on a matter where she required Post Conviction Relief for a client of hers. She was very knowledgeable, easy to get a hold of and worked very well with our mutual client to assist me in representing them. She replied to my inquires very quickly and we worked well as a team to help our mutual client.
Mark Losee, Immigration Attorney on Mar 28, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Ms. Lyons as an attorney and is someone I can consult with regarding the legal areas she specializes in.
Mohamed Al-Hamdani, Immigration Attorney on Mar 12, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Nikki is an amazing and knowledgeable attorney. She knows the immigration system and how to get results. I would hire her as an attorney with no hesitation.
Aleksandar Cuic, Immigration Attorney on Nov 15, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
David Larson, Immigration Attorney on Oct 11, 2018
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Nikki is intelligent and diligent and committed to her work. Anyone needing immigration help would do well to retain Nikki.
Shahrzad Allen, Immigration Attorney on Oct 8, 2018
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Lyons' legal knowledge, intelligence and compassion make her a great attorney and counselor for any immigration client.
Jared Chamberlain, Immigration Attorney on Oct 8, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Lyons is a highly effective attorney and of the highest degree of professionalism and character. I wholeheartedly endorse her and refer all my clients with immigration matters to her.
Rhonda Nicole Iuliano, General practice Attorney on Oct 2, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Catha Lyons. She maintains the highest professional standard in her practice. With Catha’s strong analytical skills and legal knowledge her clients are assured to receive excellent representation.
Kiriakos Kordalis, Immigration Attorney on Sep 21, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mrs. Lyons is very professional and is an advocate for her clients. I highly recommend Mrs. Lyons to anyone seeking legal representation.