Stacey Burnett Rice

Stacey Burnett Rice

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Annapolis, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +3 more

23 West Street, First Floor, Annapolis, MD

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 24 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2001

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Rice Law

23 West Street, First Floor, Annapolis, MD, 21401

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Stacey Burnett Rice's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

DO NOT CONTACT. Run the other way!!! Legal Malpractice issues experienced..

If I could give her a rating of zero stars it would be better suited. I have worked with Stacey for about a year. She has charge me over $50k She did not do what was she should have. She took over a month to get a phone call returned to me. She took over 6 month to file for subpoena's if at all. She ...missed filing the most important subpoena in my case. Then she quit on me 7 weeks before a 5 day trial. My Recommendation would be DO NOT USE her services and RUN the other way! I have filed a formal complaint against this attorney. I have had to synthesize over 50 documents consisting over 300 pages for my complaint. And in her response to my complaint she responds about some other person's formal complaint. She included multiple details in her response that did not even pertain to my case. She will not fight for you. She did the worst job I have experienced and then abandoned the case!! She may have a team of employee supporters but that did not warrant the lack of service at the exorbitant rate. Do yourself a favor, keep looking for an attorney that will work with and for you. Simply do not use her services.

Posted by Joe | November 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing

Stacey was a fantastic lawyer for me during my horrific divorce. She helped me work through false allegations, a custody battle, and making sure I don’t get hosed financially with support and alimony. She makes you feel at ease throughout the whole process and even when you may not speak to her ...for a while just know she is fully up to date on your case. I appreciate all her hard work and efforts through the worst 18 months of my life. Anyone that hires her will be certainly sure to get the best lawyer around.

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The best you can get

A child custody case is emotional and often heartbreaking. My husband and I were shocked beyond belief when his ex filed to modify custody, filing a petition making radical claims against him, asking the court terminate his legal custody and enforce permanent supervised visitation. Stacey was calm ...and confident, helping us organize evidence, explaining everything we needed to know, keeping us informed at every turn. When it comes to your child, you want someone who cares about the outcome, and it most definitely matters to her. She is honest, kind, and reliable.

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2009 | Child Custody

Child Custody/Support

Ms. Rice was recommended by a co worker also going through the court battle to get more visitation with his children. I have been 100% satisfied with Ms. Rice's services. I have found her advice to be sound and realistic. She has not made promises or given false hope in areas of my case which are ...not as strong as others. She has kept me informed of updates in my case and has made herself available to answer questions when I would least expect a return call or email, such as late evenings or weekends. I am more than appreciative of the effort Ms. Rice has put into resolving my issues and am very satisfied with the outcome thus far. I would definately recommend her services to anyone seeking to take on modifying custody agreements or child support issues.

Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2009 | Family

Above and Beyond

Mrs. Rice is the attorney as far as I am concerned. She handle a case that involved my child and his future. She took it as if were her own child, understanding the magnitude of the situation. She not only took care of all areas of the case but assisted with making sure that the magnitude of the i...ssue was clear to my child, yet knowing how to reassure that he was in goods hands. Before we knew it everything was back to normal and we felt confident that our childs future was still bright. Because of her commitment I also asked her to represent out HOA and that has been fantastic for any and everytime we have needed her to provide our legal direction and/or taking care of a situation.

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Stacey Burnett Rice's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nevin Young

Child custody lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Stacey is very knowledgeable in family law, is a good trial lawyer, and is a reasonable negotiator focused upon resolving disputes."

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Brian Lyman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stacey is a diligent and excellent litigator. She honed her trail skills at the state's attorney's office and my firm before joining her current practice. I whole fully endorse her knowledge and expertise in criminal defense work."

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David Messersmith

Family lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A capable attorney and zealous advocate. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Alexander

Unknown lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Stacey has the experience, compassion and desire to provide the best possible representation for her clients. Having seen her in a courtroom litigating cases on numerous occasions, I can attest that her preparation and legal skills are superb."

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Richard Simmons

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Stacey is smart, savvy, honest, and hardhitting."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Family Law, Super Lawyers

2016

Family Law, Super Lawyers

2016

Top 50 Women in Maryland, Super Lawyers

2016

10 Best Female Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Family Law, Super Lawyer

2014

Family Law, Maryland Super Lawyers

2013

Family Law, Maryland Super Lawyers

2013

Leading Lawyer - Family Law, What's Up Annapolis Magazine

2011

Leading Lawyer - Family Law, What's Up Annapolis Magazine

2010

Leading Lawyer - Family Law, What's Up Annapolis Magazine

2009

Leading Lawyer - Criminal Law, What's Up Annapolis Magazine

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Founding Attorney, Rice Law

2005 - Present

Professor, Anne Arundel Community College

2012 - 2018

Partner, Brassel Alexander & Rice, LLC

2005 - 2012

Partner, Hillman, Brown & Darrow, PA

2002 - 2005

Assistant State's Attorney, Anne Arundel County State's Attorney's Office

2000 - 2002

Law Clerk, The Honorable Clayton Greene, Jr., Anne Arundel County Circuit Court

1999 - 2000

Law Clerk, Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office Juvenile Division

Associations

2015 - Present

Judiciary Nominating Commission

Member

2011 - Present

Court of Appeals Mentor Program

Mentor to new bar member

2009 - Present

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

Board of Trustees

2009 - Present

Court of Appeals Character Committee

Member

2005 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association

Member

2018 - 2019

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

President

Education

2000

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Rollins College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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