Atty. Thomas W. Lyons III

Atty. Thomas W. Lyons III

Dunmore Moot Court Coordinator. Instructor, Legal Research, Oral Advocacy and Writing, Case Western Reserve University, 1982-1983.

Providence Providence 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas W. Lyons III at a glance

Thomas W. Lyons III is a Member based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Strauss, Factor, Laing & Lyons. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1991), and Massachusetts (1996). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1983) and Colgate University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rhode Island. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dunmore Moot Court Coordinator
  • Instructor, Legal Research, Oral Advocacy and Writing, Case Western Reserve University, 1982-1983

Recipient

  • "Civil Libertarian of the Year," 2007
  • Rhode Island Bar Journal Annual Writing Award, 1989 and Third Place Award, 1997

Author

  • "The Supreme Court Decides the Balance of Power," Rhode Island Bar Journal, November, 1998
  • "Frye Daubert and Where Do We Go From Here," Rhode Island Bar Journal, January, 1997
  • "Rule 56 Reborn," Rhode Island Bar Journal, October, 1988
  • Editor in Chief, Rhode Island Bar Journal, 1998-2002
  • Member, Editorial Board of Rhode Island Bar Journal, 1986-1991, 1993-2003

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas W. Lyons III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas W. Lyons III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Providence are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas W. Lyons III

Where is Thomas W. Lyons III's law office located?
Thomas W. Lyons III's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The firm is Strauss, Factor, Laing & Lyons. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas W. Lyons III handle?
Thomas W. Lyons III focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Thomas W. Lyons III practiced law?
Thomas W. Lyons III has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Thomas W. Lyons III go to law school?
Thomas W. Lyons III earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
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What awards or recognition has Thomas W. Lyons III received?
Thomas W. Lyons III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1983
B.A.
Colgate University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1991
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996

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