Atty. John Michael Lyons
Mr. John Michael Lyons is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate, tobacco and 6 other areas of law.
Appellate & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 17+ Years Experience
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About John Michael Lyons at a Glance
John Michael Lyons is an Of Counsel based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, class action, product liability, and litigation. Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D. Michigan, 2008) and Cornell University (B.S., 2005). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Michael Lyons
- Mr. John Michael Lyons is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate, tobacco and 6 other areas of law
- John Michael received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
- John Michael practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
John Michael Lyons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Michael Lyons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Personal Injury in Philadelphia
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
John Michael Lyons is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Michael Lyons is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Class Action in Philadelphia
John Michael Lyons is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Product Liability in Philadelphia
John Michael Lyons is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Litigation in Philadelphia
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John Michael Lyons is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose John Michael 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 John Michael Lyons's practice in the field of personal injury, business, class action, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Michael Lyons brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and class action, John Michael Lyons can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means John Michael Lyons attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John Michael Lyons Handles in Philadelphia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Michael Lyons has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Michael Lyons directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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