J. Matthew "Matt" Lyons
About J. Matthew Lyons
J. Matthew Lyons is a lawyer based in Austin, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. J. Matthew Lyons is recognized in the following practice area:
- Austin, Texas
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Education: The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Austin, TX
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