Catha Nicol Lyons, Asylum Attorney in Dayton, Ohio

Catha concentrates on asylum, citizenship, deportation, general, and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Catha handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Asylum

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• Citizenship

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• Deportation

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• General

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• Immigration

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Catha's primary office is at 1121 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new asylum attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Catha usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Catha discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in asylum practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Catha for a asylum case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Catha walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Catha offer a free consultation?

  Catha charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catha's office. Some asylum attorneys offer free consults — check Catha's current terms during booking.

• How long do asylum cases in Ohio typically take?

  Simple asylum matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Catha gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Catha take my case if I'm outside Dayton?

  Catha is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Catha will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Catha?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Catha will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Catha accepting new asylum clients right now?

  Catha's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.