Daniel Christopher Lyon
Elliot Morgan Parsonage • Charlotte, NC
Employment LaborEmployment ContractsEmployment LawEmployment Litigation
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Contact
Email
dlyon@emplawfirm.com
Phone
(704) 490-4393
Website
Address
300 E. Kingston Ave., Charlotte, NC, 28203, US
Professional
About
Daniel Christopher Lyon is a dedicated senior associate attorney at Elliot Morgan Parsonage, PLLC, based in the vibrant Dilworth neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. With a robust focus on employment law, Daniel skillfully represents individuals in both state and federal courts, specializing in employment litigation. His expertise encompasses a wide range of legal issues, including claims related to Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and various state law employment claims. In addition to litigation, Daniel is proficient in reviewing, negotiating, and litigating severance agreements, non-solicitation and non-compete agreements, and employment contracts. His comprehensive approach ensures that clients receive thorough representation tailored to their specific needs. Originally from the Washington D.C. area, Daniel relocated to North Carolina in 2004. He attended Elon University and graduated from Elon University School of Law in 2011, where he was active as the Student Bar Association President and a member of the Public Interest Law Society. Following his graduation, he served as an assistant public defender in Mecklenburg County for nearly two and a half years, gaining valuable experience in criminal defense before joining Elliot Morgan Parsonage in 2014. An active member of the Mecklenburg County Bar Association, Daniel contributes to the employment law section and has served as Vice-Chair of the Criminal Justice section. His commitment to advocacy and client service underscores his reputation as a respected attorney in the Charlotte legal community.
About Employment Labor Law
Employment and labor attorneys handle workplace legal matters including discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. They represent both employees and employers. Common matters include wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes.
Credentials
Education
2011 Elon University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2008 Elon University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2016 Clients' Choice, AVVO 2016 Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates 2015 Family Law "10 Best" - North Carolina, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 2015 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
Publications
2014 North Carolina Prima Facie Tort Manual (Sixth Edition) Aviation, Electricity, Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices ( Chapter Editor)
Associations
2016 - Present Mecklenburg County Bar Association- Employment and Labor Section Member 2016 - Present North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Employment Law Section Member 2015 - Present Mecklenburg County Bar- Criminal Justice Section Chair 2014 - Present Mecklenburg County Bar, Criminal Justice Section Vice Chair 2014 - Present Mecklenburg County Bar, Family Law Section Member
Speaking
2016 Summer Immersion Program Criminal Law
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Updated: Sep 24, 2026