
Colleen Lyons, Business Attorney in Manchester, New Hampshire
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Business, M&A, and Trusts · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatSheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association
Manchester, NH
Practicing business in Manchester since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Colleen Lyons is a shareholder based in Manchester, NH. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Trusts. Colleen has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Manchester, NH
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Business · M&A · Trusts
- Handles Business, M&A, and Trusts matters from Manchester, NH.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Colleen Lyons: Colleen Lyons is a shareholder based in Manchester, NH. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Trusts. Colleen has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Colleen Lyons
Colleen concentrates on business, m&a, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Colleen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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.
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.
Trusts cases in Manchester, New Hampshire
Colleen takes trusts 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
About Colleen Lyons — Over 42 years of New Hampshire business experience
Colleen Lyons is a shareholder based in Manchester, NH. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Trusts. Colleen has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Colleen Lyons is a lawyer practicing venture capital, trusts, corporate law and 2 other areas of law. Colleen received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years. Colleen practices at Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association in Manchester, NH.
Colleen's approach to business cases
Colleen Lyons is a lawyer practicing venture capital, trusts, corporate law and 2 other areas of law. Colleen received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years. Colleen practices at Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association in Manchester, NH.
Clients Colleen works with
Colleen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, m&a, and trusts matters in Manchester and the surrounding New Hampshire area.
Credentials
Colleen Lyons's legal education and bar admissions
Fordham University
J.D. · 1984
Williams College
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Colleen's state bar admissions
New Hampshire
1986 · ACTIVE
New York
1985 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1984 · ACTIVE
Colleen studied at J.D. in Fordham University and B.A. in Williams College.
Law school and academic background
Colleen completed J.D. in Fordham 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
Awards, publications, and recognition of Colleen Lyons
Colleen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Colleen's professional memberships and bar associations
New Hampshire, New York State, Connecticut and American Bar Associations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
membership
Locations
Colleen Lyons's office in Manchester
Colleen's primary office is at 1000 Elm Street, 17th Floor, Manchester, NH, 03101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green Professional Association
1000 Elm Street, 17th Floor
Manchester, NH 03101
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Client reviews of Colleen Lyons — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Colleen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Manchester.
4.4
1 client review
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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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