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Bowden Cyr PLLCFounder
Lisa Watson Cyr
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Lisa Watson Cyr

4.9
18 reviews

7825 3rd Street N., Suite 204, St. Paul, MN 55128

Family Law, Divorce, Child Support and 3 more

About Lisa Watson Cyr

Lisa Watson Cyr has devoted her practice to the area of Divorce and Family Law since being admitted to the Minnesota Bar in 1998. Her experience and depth of knowledge ensure that her clients receive the highest quality of representation in dealing with all aspects of family law matters including divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, marital and non-marital property, alimony, and paternity. She is an effective negotiator and skilled litigator, always keeping the best interests of her clients as her sole focus. Although Lisa believes her clients are best served by a negotiated settlement and strives to settle matters through mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution, she is an experienced litigator who has successfully represented hundreds of clients in court. Lisa has been a guest lecturer at the Family Law Institute. Lisa has been selected to the Minnesota Super Lawyers list each year since 2015. Being named to the Super Lawyers list is a prestigious distinction that only the top 5% of attorneys in Minnesota receive. She was also recognized as a Rising Star by Minnesota Law & Politics magazine / Minnesota Super Lawyers. In addition, Lisa has been selected for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America each year since 2015. She is also AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated* by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest available rating. *AV Preeminent and BV Distinguished are certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories: legal ability and general ethical standards.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS Minnesota State Bar Association (Family Law Section), Member Ramsey County Bar Association (Family Law Section - 2001-2002 Co-Chair), Member, Association of Family & Conciliation Courts, Member

HOMETOWN Chisholm, Minnesota

 

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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Lisa Watson Cyr got this award in 2021

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

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Divorce
Posted by anonymous
February 08, 2018
Hired Attorney

Navigating a divorce is difficult and draining. I was battling real challenges regarding income, assets and child custody. I was overwhelmed and am so thankful I choose Lisa to help me through it. I have referred people to her who have been equally as happy. She is very skilled and professional, highly respected in her field, and brings the right amount of compassion + perseverance that you will need to survive this process and move past it with the best possible outcomes!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 25, 2015
Hired Attorney

Lisa Watson Cyr provides excellent service. She is objective, practical and effective. She is very resourceful and considerate. Her team works tirelessly in your best interest. Happy and grateful I had her on my side during my divorce. Amazing support during a difficult season in my life.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 22, 2012
Hired Attorney

Lisa and her team made the process of my divorce as quick, thorough and cost-effective as possible. Lisa was consistently professional, yet also compassionate to my unique circumstances—I knew that I could trust her and that she had my (and my kids!) best interest at heart. Lisa is very knowledgeable about family law and explained everything very clearly in terms I could understand. Lisa (and her wonderful team!) always kept me up-to-date on the process— I would highly recommend them to anyone!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 30, 2015
Hired Attorney

Lisa was responsive, great communicator and did not tell me what I wanted to hear but truly advised and informed me to make the best decisions possible. My interest was always first and her ability to create a strategy and execute is second to none. She also has a great personal touch in understanding how emotionally difficult the situation and experience of divorce can be.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 26, 2015
Hired Attorney

I feel so very fortunate that I found and was represented by Lisa Watson Cyr. From start to finish, I knew I was in good hands. Lisa's level of expertise, logic, common sense approach, and complete legal strategy was exceptional. On top of that, I always felt that she and her staff cared personally for my well being, and the ultimate outcome of my situation.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 5
    • Divorce
    • Child Support
    • Child Custody
    • Spousal Support
    • Paternity

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Founder
    Firm Name
    Bowden Cyr PLLC
  • Pro Bono Services

    Lisa Watson Cyr volunteers her time to the Ramsey County Pro Se Litigants Legal Clinic and is a volunteer Guardian ad Litem for Incompetent Adults.

  • Additional Links
    http://www.bowdencyr.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1998, Minnesota
    1998, U.S. Federal District Court, District of Minnesota
    Memberships
    Minnesota State Bar Association
    Ramsey County Bar Association
    Washington County Bar Association
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    William Mitchell College of Law
    Class of 1998
    J.D.
    magna cum laude
    Other Education
    University of Minnesota-Duluth
    Class of 1995
    B.A.
    summa cum laude

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Founder at Bowden Cyr PLLC
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7825 3rd Street N., Suite 204St. Paul, MN 55128U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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    Lisa Watson Cyr was admitted in 1998 to the State of Minnesota.
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    Lisa Watson Cyr attended William Mitchell College of Law.

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