Atty. Colleen Lyons
Colleen has represented a wide assortment of public and private companies. However, the primary focus of her practice involves the representation of small- and medium-sized entities concerning matters ranging from entity selection, formation and structuring to counseling regarding ongoing operational and governance matters.
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) & More Attorney · Serving Manchester, NH
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About Colleen Lyons at a Glance
Colleen Lyons is a family law, business, and m&a attorney based in Manchester, New Hampshire, practicing at Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA. Admitted to practice in Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association, New York, New York State Bar Association, and New Hampshire, New Hampshire Bar Association. Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1984) and New York University (—). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (Manchester) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026). Serves clients in Manchester, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Colleen Lyons
- Colleen has represented a wide assortment of public and private companies
- However, the primary focus of her practice involves the representation of small- and medium-sized entities concerning matters ranging from entity selection, formation and structuring to counseling regarding ongoing operational and governance matters
- She has a broad-based transactional practice with particular emphasis in mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financings, commercial contracts and commercial lending
- In addition, she frequently has acted as local counsel in multi-jurisdictional transactions and provides legal advice to foreign companies with respect to their business affiliates in the United States
Practice Areas Explained
Colleen Lyons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Colleen Lyons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Manchester.
Family Law in Manchester
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Business & Corporate Law in Manchester
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Manchester
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Manchester
Practicing law in New Hampshire. Legal matters in New Hampshire are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Manchester are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Hampshire state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Hampshire brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Hampshire courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Manchester Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Manchester-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Manchester Choose Colleen Lyons
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Colleen Lyons's practice in the field of family law, business, and m&a.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association, New York, New York State Bar Association, and New Hampshire, New Hampshire Bar Association, Colleen Lyons can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, business, and m&a, Colleen Lyons can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Manchester
A Manchester-based practice means Colleen Lyons attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Colleen Lyons Handles in Manchester
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Colleen Lyons directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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