Civil And Criminal Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 46+ Years Experience
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About Stephen J. Lyons at a Glance
Stephen J. Lyons is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Klieman & Lyons. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1981), U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Supreme Court (1985), and District of Columbia (1995). Educated at Northeastern Law School (J.D., 1980) and Northeastern University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston, Plymouth County, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Massachusetts Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen J. Lyons
- Mr. Stephen J. Lyons is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice and 10 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.S. degree from Northeastern University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Stephen practices at Klieman & Lyons in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen J. Lyons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen J. Lyons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Medical Malpractice in Boston
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Boston
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.
Stephen J. Lyons is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →
Criminal Defense in Boston
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil Litigation in Boston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Stephen J. Lyons is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →
Civil Rights in Boston
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Stephen J. Lyons is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-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 Boston Choose Stephen J. 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 Stephen J. Lyons's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen J. Lyons brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Supreme Court, Stephen J. Lyons can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense, Stephen J. Lyons can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means Stephen J. 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 Stephen J. Lyons Handles in Boston
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