Colleen Lyons, Business Attorney in Manchester, New Hampshire
focused on Business, Family Law, and M&A
Manchester, NH
Trusted business attorney serving Manchester.
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Colleen Lyons is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and M&A.
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- Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE
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- Business · Family Law · M&A
- Handles Business, Family Law, and M&A matters from Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (Manchester) (2026).
About Colleen Lyons: Colleen Lyons is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and M&A.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Colleen takes on
Colleen concentrates on business, family law, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Colleen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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M&A
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Business cases in Manchester, New Hampshire
Colleen takes business matters in Manchester, New Hampshire. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Colleen agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Manchester, New Hampshire
Colleen takes family law matters in Manchester, New Hampshire. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Colleen agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Manchester, New Hampshire
Colleen takes m&a matters in Manchester, New Hampshire. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Colleen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Colleen Lyons — business lawyer in Manchester
Colleen Lyons is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and M&A.
Colleen has represented a wide assortment of public and private companies. However, the primary focus of her practice involves the representation of small- and medium-sized entities concerning matters ranging from entity selection, formation and structuring to counseling regarding ongoing operational and governance matters. She has a broad-based transactional practice with particular emphasis in mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financings, commercial contracts and commercial lending. In addition, she frequently has acted as local counsel in multi-jurisdictional transactions and provides legal advice to foreign companies with respect to their business affiliates in the United States.
Colleen's approach to business cases
Colleen has represented a wide assortment of public and private companies. However, the primary focus of her practice involves the representation of small- and medium-sized entities concerning matters ranging from entity selection, formation and structuring to counseling regarding ongoing operational and governance matters. She has a broad-based transactional practice with particular emphasis in…
Clients Colleen works with
Colleen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, family law, and m&a matters in Manchester and the surrounding New Hampshire area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Fordham University
J.D. · 1984
New York University
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Williams College
B.A.
Jurisdictions
Colleen's state bar admissions
New Hampshire, New H
ACTIVE
New York, New York S
ACTIVE
Connecticut, Connect
ACTIVE
Colleen studied at J.D. in Fordham University, — in New York University, and B.A. in Williams College.
Law school and academic background
Colleen completed J.D. in Fordham University, — in New York University, and B.A. in Williams College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Colleen runs in New Hampshire is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Colleen has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (Manchester)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (Manchester)
2024
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers & Acquisitions
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (Manchester) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (Manchester) (2024). Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
Locations
Colleen Lyons's office in Manchester
Colleen's primary office is at 1000 Elm Street, 17th Floor, Manchester, New Hampshire, 03101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Colleen 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 Colleen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Colleen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Colleen'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; Colleen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Manchester, New Hampshire
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 Colleen
Colleen 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. Colleen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Colleen'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 Colleen Lyons
How much does it cost to hire Colleen for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Colleen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Colleen offer a free consultation?
Colleen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Colleen's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Colleen's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New Hampshire 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. Colleen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Colleen take my case if I'm outside Manchester?
Colleen is licensed in New Hampshire. Matters governed by New Hampshire law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Colleen 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 Colleen?
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. Colleen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Colleen accepting new business clients right now?
Colleen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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