Stacy Kiet Ly

Stacy Kiet Ly

4.2
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Probate, Wills & Living Wills

616 F.M. 1960 Rd. West, Suite 620, Houston, TX

About Stacy

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 85%

Divorce, Custody of Children, Termination of Paternity, Establishment of Parent Child Relationship, Guardianship, Protection of Grandparent's Rights, ect.

15 years | 317 cases

85%
Probate 10%

Probate with or without a will through Independant Administration. Appointment of Executor pursuant to Will.

15 years | 10 cases

10%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Estate Planning, Establishing a Trusts and Drafting A Will.

15 years | 6 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 14 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2011

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

LAW OFFICE OF STACY LY

616 F.M. 1960 Rd. West, Suite 620, Houston, TX, 77090

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Stacy Kiet Ly's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

63 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

An EXCEPTIONAL lawyer and WONDERFUL person...

When my granddaughter needed a Divorce Lawyer for a divorce from a man she had not been married to long, but otherwise too miserably long, with children involved, to say it was a mess, and that her reasons for wanting and needing the divorce were such that she didn't know where to begin, is an unders...tatement. Wanting me to find a lawyer for her, I had spent days calling and talking to one lawyer after another, and each time, for one reason or another, not feeling comfortable with any of them. I was important to find one that I felt my granddaughter could feel comfortable talking with. And, if I didn't feel comfortable talking to someone, she certainly wouldn't. Day after day, It was a tiring ordeal searching, until, finally.......... ENTER....ATTY. STACY LY! It's hard to describe her because she is so one of a kind in so many ways. Not only is Stacy a GREAT listener, with good perception, and understanding, and caring, and able to explain legal terms in ways easily understood, and is pleasant to talk with, but with all that, she has this TAKE CHARGE attitude, as she explains the steps she would take, and tells it like it, both the pros and the cons, and explains the options, and the intended and hopeful outcome. I had no reason to look any further than Stacy Ly. And, after my granddaughter came home from meeting Stacy for a consult, the huge smile of relief, like a huge burden had been lifted, and she had a feeling of confidence, I was not surprised. Stacy is not phony in the impressions she gives, she is for real, what you see is what you get. She is extremely knowledgeable, she's perceptive, sympathetic, understanding, and caring, and she is honest, will tell you like it is, and not just what you would rather hear. She will be THERE for you in every way she can be, doing all she can on your behalf. And, she will also be there if you, in the meanwhile, have any questions. She is quick to respond, unless she is in court all day, but will be sure to respond once she's out, even if it's later in the evening, and whether by a phone call, a text, or an email. The OUTCOME of my granddaughter's DIVORCE was better than expected. Stacy is not just an exceptional lawyer, she's a wonderful person. And, both my granddaughter and I thank her very much for being there.

Posted by Brandi | November 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

She only cares about getting paid

She got my case won. But she was ill prepared. She didn't have anything ready at the timeof my trial. I could have done this case on my own better than this. All she cared about was the money. We had an arrangement set up for payments and she had called me 2 weeks before the payment was due to tell m...e she got a rushed court date. It was a heabeus courps against my ex who kidnapped my daughter across state lines. It was an urgent case and she knew it. Anyway she calls me and and tells me if I don't pay her that day she would change my court date. Because she was worried about not getting paid after the trial .. I had to call her and argue my case stating that we had a signed agreement with the dates for payments I had already paid everything early. That was agreed apon for that month. I had to tell her that this involved a 5 year old child and remind her what her flipping job was and she wanted to push a court date back because other clients had stiffed her in the past. I had to tell her that I should not have to be punished for othersomeone actions of her past especially since we had a signed legal agreement. But yes she threatened to change the court date over 750 dollars that she got paid also before the said time on our agreement. She was willing to risk my 5 year olds life for a pay day.... very unprofessional she also promised to get my attorney fees granted to be paid back by the losing party and it was granted that I was to get my attorney fees back. It took her over a month to get me a signed court order scanned and sent through email and I still haven't received my original certified copy of the decree. This case was back in August.... it's Nov and I've had to reach out to her severaltimes to get the proper paper work.. and she also told me she wouldn't presue from get my athorny and court fees. Because she has credit card debt and it would cost her more money to her daggum job she was already paid to do! And I'm sure she will post under here about how she's justified in some way and say. This client paid me to get her child back and I did. But she was also paid to do sooo much more. She only got 2 stars because she won a case that was already a walking in the park. She got me a court date in less than a months time but not without me calling every other day to make sure she did her job..... if I even lived in tx I would never hire her again.

Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2015

Hired as my Atty. to my Divorce case

Atty. Stacey Ly is the kind of lawyer you need to handle your case, she is very professional, intelligent person, a lawyer that you can TRUST to help you with your case. The first time a met her in person i never doubt myself that she is the right one who i believed i can trust, the inner feeling of ..."i am on a good hands with this person" is in your heart to feel. She works very professional, fast and she knows what is the best for you. She will TAKE CARE of you. That is why i highly recommend Atty. Stacey Kiet Ly. You are the best! Two thumbs up! You are one in a million. I am so thankful for all your help and the extra help of your team at work too. They are so professional. Thanks to you also Paula., Once again Atty. Stacey Ly, From us, Thank you so much. Maraming God Bless.

Posted by Arshieka Oliver | June 09, 2015 | Child Custody

Intimidated!!!!! Weak!!!!!!

Where do I start??? Ms.Ly came into the situation on a child support case which dramatically turned into a custody case! Thats when her weakness showed & I, the mother, lost custody of my daughter!!! Never had a bad background or anything! Ms Ly initially agreed to a payment arrangement based on my i...ncome & as a single mother of two. As my case was coming to an end out of nowhere I receive an email from Ms Ly requesting thousands of dollars (some of my bill as she put it) to continue my case otherwise she will dismiss herself! This is 2 months before my last court date! Bottom line, throughout child support case she was okay. Once it turned into custody, she was so BAD! Other attorneys spoke over her, she never had a good come back on anything as if she didnt know what to do! Gave me wrong advice & left me to represent myself in the end. I wouldn't let her represent my dog!!!!!!

Stacy Ly

Replied last June 09, 2015

I understand my client is mad about me withdrawing from the case. If this client did not believe that I have done my best, she would have fired me in the beginning. All my clients know that if the monthly payments were paid as pursuant to the contract, I would have finalized and closed this client's case.....because i would have the assurance that my client would continue to pay for the balance owed. I had no choice but to withdraw from this case....bad credit due to nonpayment.

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2015 | Child Custody

If you want to have custody of your children, keep searching for a different lawyer!!!

Stacy was unprofessional, always late to court and mediation dates. She is cold and doesn't care about the people or childern involved (she has no childern so how could she?).. but she definitly will care about her payments! I initially thought this "to-the-point" attitude would be a great trait in a... lawyer, but she lack the passion to help her clients so it makes this a pretty much useless trait. She would constantly recommend ar just accept opposing council's suggestions and wouldn't even put up a counter-argument. I worked hard in my child custody case to detail evidence and she just kind of "showed up." I never felt we were on the same side. Please don't waste all that money on her.

Stacy Ly

Replied last June 09, 2015

I am sorry that this Client is mad about the outcome of her case. I had to withdraw due to nonpayment and I expect these negative comments from the few cases that I have been forced to withdraw from. I offered a monthly payment plan instead of high upfront retainer to represent a low income client and I get slammed online with such rude comments about my own personal life because the client cannot keep her end of the bargain...

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"A great family law attorney who focuses on the details and the best interest of her clients."

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Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Ly was opposing counsel for a divorce case. She used her experience in tracking down financial accounts that my client forgot he had. I would definitely recommend her knowledgeable services."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

Legal Internship, First Court of Appeals

2009

Legal Internship, First Court of Appeals

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Owner, LAW OFFICE OF STACY LY

2012 - 2014

PARTNER, KIMLY LAW FIRM, PLLC

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Busby & Associates, PLLC

Associations

2011 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

2011 - Present

Houston Bar Association in Family Law Sect

2010 - Present

Asian American Bar Association of Houston

Education

2009

Appalachian School of Law

Juris Doctor

2005

University of Houston, main campus

Bachelor of Arts

2005

University of Houston, main campus

Bachelor of Arts

2004

University of Houston, main campus

Bachelor of Business

Languages

Cantonese

Spanish

English

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