Catherine Lyons, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Commercial RE, and Energy · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratGoodmans LLP - Toronto
Practicing business since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Catherine Lyons is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and Energy. Catherine has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodmans LLP - Toronto. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Business · Commercial RE · Energy
- Handles Business, Commercial RE, and Energy matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Catherine Lyons: Catherine Lyons is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and Energy. Catherine has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodmans LLP - Toronto. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Catherine takes on
Catherine concentrates on business, commercial re, energy, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Catherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Environmental
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Business cases nationwide
Catherine takes business matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.
Commercial RE cases nationwide
Catherine takes commercial re matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.
Energy cases nationwide
Catherine takes energy matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases nationwide
Catherine takes environmental matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Catherine takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Catherine agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Catherine Lyons — business lawyer in the U.S.
Catherine Lyons is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Business, Commercial RE, and Energy. Catherine has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodmans LLP - Toronto. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Catherine Lyons is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, energy law, environmental law and 5 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of New Brunswick, and has been licensed for 36 years. Catherine practices at Goodmans LLP - Toronto in Toronto, ON.
How Catherine handles business matters
Catherine Lyons is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, energy law, environmental law and 5 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of New Brunswick, and has been licensed for 36 years. Catherine practices at Goodmans LLP - Toronto in Toronto, ON.
Who Catherine represents
Catherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, commercial re, and energy matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of New Brunswick B.A. Hons. University of New Brunswick B.A. 1982 Dean's List University of New Brunswick B.A. University of Toronto
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Jurisdictions
Catherine's state bar admissions
Ontario
1990 · ACTIVE
Catherine studied at — in University of New Brunswick B.A. Hons. University of New Brunswick B.A. 1982 Dean's List University of New Brunswick B.A. University of Toronto.
Law school and academic background
Catherine completed — in University of New Brunswick B.A. Hons. University of New Brunswick B.A. 1982 Dean's List University of New Brunswick B.A. University of Toronto. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Catherine runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Catherine has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Catherine's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations Canadian Bar Association (Ontario) Past Chair of the Municipal Law Section of the Canadian Bar Association
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Locations
Catherine Lyons's office in Toronto
Catherine's primary office is at Bay Adelaide Centre, 333 Bay Street, Suite 3400, Toronto, ON, M5H 2S7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Goodmans LLP - Toronto
Bay Adelaide Centre, 333 Bay Street, Suite 3400
Toronto, ON M5H 2S7
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Client reviews of Catherine Lyons — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Catherine. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in your area.
4.4
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How to hire Catherine Lyons — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Catherine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Catherine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Catherine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Catherine
Catherine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Catherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Catherine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Catherine Lyons
How much does it cost to hire Catherine for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Catherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Catherine offer a free consultation?
Catherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Catherine's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Catherine's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business 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. Catherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Catherine take my case if I'm outside the area?
Catherine evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Catherine's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Catherine?
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. Catherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Catherine accepting new business clients right now?
Catherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.