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Catha Nicol Lyons, immigration attorney in Dayton, Ohio
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Catha Nicol Lyons

Immigration attorney · Dayton, OH · Admitted Ohio 2013

About this attorney

Catha Nicol "Nikki" Lyons is an experienced immigration attorney and managing partner at Larson & Lyons, LLC in Dayton, Ohio. With over a decade of dedicated legal practice, she focuses exclusively on immigration law, representing individuals, families, and corporate clients navigating the complexities of the U.S. immigration system. Licensed to practice since 2013 in both Ohio and New Mexico, Nikki provides strategic and compassionate advocacy tailored to each client's unique circumstances.

Nikki earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Dayton School of Law in 2012, following her undergraduate studies at Wright State University. After gaining valuable experience as a contract attorney, she established The Lyons Law Firm, LLC and later co-founded Larson & Lyons, LLC. She is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Ohio State Bar Association, and has published legal commentary on asylum policy and immigration reform, alongside pro bono service with the Immigration Justice Campaign.

Deeply committed to client-centered representation, Nikki believes that every individual deserves transparent, attentive, and ethical legal guidance. She understands the profound impact immigration proceedings have on families and businesses, and works tirelessly to demystify the legal process while crafting customized solutions that achieve positive, lasting results.

Matters handled

Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):

Practice Focus

Asylum and refugee protection

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Green cards

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Marriage and family petitions

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Work visas

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Citizenship and naturalization

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Deportation defense

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Student visas

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Business immigration

Specific Legal Services & Filings
Asylum Legal AssistanceGreen Card Legal AssistanceVisitor Visa Legal AssistanceVAWA PetitionsU-Visa / T-Visa Assistance

Admissions

Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:

Ohio State BarActive
Admitted: 2013
Verified
Federal Immigration Court Practice (EOIR)

Authorized to appear and represent clients before all United States Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and USCIS administrative interviews nationwide under 8 C.F.R. § 1292.1.

Law School & Legal Education
University of Dayton School of LawJD - Juris Doctor (2012)
Wright State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts (2010)

Languages

Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:

EnglishSpanish

Consultations

Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:

Format Options
In-person, Phone & Video

Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.

Initial Consultation Fee
Fixed Fee Consultation

Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.

Office

Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:

Physical Address
Catha Nicol Lyons
1121 E Third St
Dayton, OH 45402
Remote Representation Available

Because United States immigration law is strictly federal, this attorney represents clients living across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and abroad with electronic filings and secure video consultations.

Contact

Reach Catha directly by phone or submit your inquiry below:

Direct Telephone
+1 (937) 684-8890
Law Firm Website
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