Lyons O'Dowd, PLLC

This review is for Marc Lyons. My first interaction with him was when I spoke at a public NIC meeting. I mentioned how I was almost fired for questioning why we could be in a room with colleagues eating and talking but then needed to mask up once the meal was over. Marc interrupted my comment and said I couldn't make disparaging remarks about people at the college. I was simply telling the board and public what happened. Marc said I violated NIC policy. I later emailed him to ask which policy I had violated. He acknowledged receipt of my email and then never responded with the policy that he indicated. I reached out a few more times. Radio silence. This was a case of a lawyer trying to squelch speech that he did not like while citing some bogus policy that actually doesn't exist. He then went on to prove that his legacy at NIC was simply partisan based as he couldn't even face the board by giving his resignation in person. He then writes letters to the board who he couldn't face in person. Of course, the CDA Press publishes his desperate letter. He quit his job but still wants the spotlight. It's all comical to watch but is very unbecoming of any professional, let alone a lawyer. I hope this type of character flaw doesn't reside with the collogues he has at the firm.
Dec 11th, 2022

Excellent Attorneys very professional and effective.
Dec 29th, 2019

Oct 26th, 2017

As a successful business owner and very experienced home buyer/seller I did not think I would need to hire a real estate attorney after all, I know my way around contracts and basic real estate. Then came the moment when I was faced with an easement battle on my hands even when I had done all my due diligence, it was clear I needed legal guidance. Originally, I hired a different attorney who came recommended, paid the $1,500 retainer, and got to work with that individual. Quickly it became clear this individual did not have the fortitude to go the distance with creative solutions I needed. I went back to the drawing board searching for a worthy attorney to represent me in a very complex real estate mess that included private landowners, private investment land, State of Idaho and my own title insurance company who ended up fighting me their customer. My research, requests and seeking help in finding the BEST attorney finally paid off when I was told about Megan ODowd, JD. By the time I found Megan I knew my case was not going to be an easy journey and I was worried she might not take me on. I was right, she really did not want to take me on, she already had a full workload, and my case was a complex disaster with no clear solution. Honestly, I begged her and promised her I would be her favorite client ever. Lucky for me she agreed to look at my case and even more significant she agreed to take my case! Now, as I look back going on year two from that forever important date, when she said, Yes, she has successfully settled my very difficult case with banner results that could only have happened with her expert precision. It is with pride that I recommend Megan ODowd JD for any real property or any other matter she can assist you with. She is the ultimate professional combined with common sense and creative solutions. Be smarter than me and hire Megan ODowd JD the first time no need to waste any money on any other attorneys. I would be very happy to answer any questions regarding her work at any point. ~Shaylene Keiner
Sep 27th, 2020