Professional Bio:
Ted Lyon is the managing partner at Loncar Lyon Jenkins and one of Texas’s most respected personal injury trial attorneys. With over 48 years of litigation experience and more than 150 jury trials to his name, Ted is a preeminent expert in complex litigation cases. Furthermore, he is consistently recognized for his legal excellence across multiple disciplines of tort law, including personal injury, wrongful death, products liability, catastrophic injury, and business litigation.
Ted Lyon began his journey in Terrell, Texas, initially working as a police officer before earning his political science degree from East Texas State University. Subsequently, he attended SMU Dedman School of Law and began his legal career in 1976. Throughout his career, Ted has successfully fought for victims of serious negligence and corporate wrongdoing, thereby securing numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements.
Recognized Leadership in Texas Trial Law:
Ted Lyon has repeatedly been named a Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly. Moreover, he was named one of the top 100 lawyers in America by the American Trial Lawyers Association consecutively since 2007. Recently, he received a Top “Dallas Lawyer” honor through D Magazine and America’s Most Honored Lawyers recognition for 2023. In addition, he has authored one book, The Real Wolf, which explores the legal and environmental dimensions of wildlife conservation in America.
He is known for securing top 10 national verdicts and for being featured on national media including Good Morning America, 60 Minutes II, and NBC Dateline. Furthermore, he has been profiled in Texas Lawyer, The National Law Journal, and D Magazine. As a result, clients and legal peers alike respect his ability to simplify complex liability issues and command courtroom presence during high-stakes litigation.
Ted Lyon’s unique background as a law enforcement officer, state legislator, and trial lawyer enables him to serve clients with unmatched legal insight, tenacity, and commitment. Consequently, he delivers results through relentless preparation, persuasive advocacy, and a deep sense of duty to those he represents.
Education:
- East Texas State University – Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science, 1972
- Southern Methodist University – Juris Doctorate Degree, 1975
Elective Offices Held By Ted Lyon:
- Texas Senate, 1983 – 1993
- Texas House of Representatives, 1979-1983
- Texas Punishment Standards Commission Committee – (Co Chairman)
- Criminal Justice Committee Texas Senate – (Chairman)
- State and Local Drug Control Task Force – (Chairman)
- Health and Human Services – (Member)
- State Affairs – (Member)
Professional Memberships Ted Lyon Belongs To:
- Dallas Trial Lawyers Association – (member and past President in 2005)
- Texas Trial Lawyers Association – (board of directors)
- Mesquite Bar Association – (member and past President in 1980)
- Southern Trial Lawyers Association – (founding member and director)
- American Board of Trial Advocates – (member since 1997)
- American Association for Justice – (member)
- American Bar Association – (member)
- State Bar of Texas – (member)
- Dallas Bar Association – (member)
- Dallas Bar Foundation – (member)
- Litigation Counsel of America – (member)
- Texas Bar Foundation Young Democrats of America – (member)
- Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America – (member)
Awards and Honors:
- Best Lawyer in Dallas 2024 – D Magazine
- America’s Most Honored Lawyers 2023
- The Ted and Donna Lyon Center for Gamebird Research – 2023 at Texas A&M Commerce Dallas Trial Lawyers Association – Legal Legend 2019
- Lifetime Achievement Award for Wildlife Conservation, Montana Sportsman for Fish and Wildlife 2019
- American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, 10 Best 2018
- President Search Committee, Texas A&M University – Commerce 2018
- The National Trial Lawyers, 2017 Top 100 Civil Plaintiff
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers 2013-2018
- Featured in D CEO Magazine The 500 Most Powerful Business Leaders in Dallas-Fort Worth, 2016
- Lifetime Achievement, America’s Top 100 Attorneys, 2016
- Legends of the Bar Recipient, Dallas Bar Association, 2016
- Top Rated Lawyers, Texas Legal Leaders, 2015
- Wildlife Recovery Award by Montana Sportsmen For Fish and Wildlife, 2014
- Teddy Roosevelt Conservationist of the Year, 2012 by Big Game Forever
- Texas Super Lawyers, 2003 – 2023 by Texas Monthly Magazine
- Martindale Hubbell® AV® Rated (highest), 1986 – 2023
- Texas Bar Foundation Fellow, 2010
- Outstanding Alumni Texas A&M University- Commerce 2009
- Top 10 Jury Verdicts in the Nation, 2008, 1999 and 1987 by National Law Journal
- John Howie Award, 2008 by The Dallas Trial Lawyers Association (for Courageous Pursuit of Justice)
- The Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, 1998, 2002-2006, and 2008-2023
Awards and Honors Continued:
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, 2007 – 2022 by The American Trial Lawyers Association Best Lawyers in Dallas (by Specialty), 2001 by D Magazine
- Lifetime Service Award, 1992 by Texas Municipal Police Association
- C.A.A.R.E. Action Award, 1992 by Citizens Advocating Addiction Recovery Education
- Vision and Courage Award, 1992 by New Vision Treatment Program (for passing legislation to establish the state’s first in prison drug treatment program)
- Legislative Crime Fighter of the Year, 1991 by Greater Dallas Crime Commission
- Legislative Honor Roll Award, 1991 by Texas District and County Attorneys Association
- Legislator of the Year, 1991 by Combined Law Enforcement Association of Texas
- People’s Choice Award, 1991 by Texas Association of Home Health Agencies
- Legislative Award, 1991 by Texas Association Against Sexual Assault
- Legislative Award, 1991 by Greater Austin Council of Alcohol and Drug Abuse
- Award, 1991 by Texas Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors
- Legislative Excellence Award, 1989 by Texas Black Bass Unlimited
- White Hat Legislative Award, 1989 by Texas Farmers Union
- Legislator of the Year, 1987 by Combined Law Enforcement Association of Texas
- Sportsman of the Year, 1987 by Smith County Ducks Unlimited
Ted Lyon has received numerous other awards and certifications throughout his time fighting for the people of Texas.
Office Information of Ted Lyon:
- Dallas Office Phone Number: 214‑747‑0422
- Dallas Office Website
