Stacey Holley Valdez is a mother, a former nurse, and an experienced attorney who makes sure that each one of her clients gets the kind of quality legal representation they deserve. Ms. Valdez is known throughout South Texas as a tough, no nonsense litigator who is as fearless in the courtroom as she is in every aspect of her practice. She has extensive experience in the legal areas of family, juvenile, criminal, and appellate law with victories in each type of case and in numerous courts in the Greater Houston area. Educated at South Texas College of Law, Ms. Valdez graduated among the top twenty percent of her class.
Houston's first established law school; South Texas College of Law is nationally ranked by US News and World Report as one of the top ten law schools specializing in Trial Advocacy. As a top graduate of this nationally known school Ms. Valdez had the opportunity to hone her litigation skills under the tutelage of South Texas' top notch clinical professors. Now, Ms. Valdez, after her own years of experience as a trial attorney, is herself helping to guide the careers of the next generation of up and coming Houston trial attorneys.
Prior to attending law school Ms. Valdez, served as a nurse in a variety of demanding positions. This included time as a nurse in maximum security area of the Texas Department of Corrections, the Travis County Sherriff's Department, and in Emergency Room Medicine. These high pressure, and extremely intense working environments, when coupled with dealing with oftentimes dangerous suspected criminals and inmates required Ms. Valdez to think and act both quickly and decisively. Traits such as these carry over into her legal practice and help Ms. Valdez adapt to the constant ebb and flow of complex trial situations.
In addition to being one of the principal partners in one of the Texas Gulf Coast's most respected law partnerships, Laird Valdez, LLP, Ms. Valdez is a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Galveston County Bar Association, and the College of the State Bar. Ms. Valdez remains active in the local legal community despite a busy and demanding work schedule. Her commitment to service extends beyond her own clients to ensuring that the quality of the legal representation in the Houston area is one of the nation's highest.
Whether you are in need of civil, criminal, or family legal counsel Stacey Valdez is ready and able to provide you or your family with the best professional legal services that Houston has to offer. At Laird Valdez, LLP we solve problems, and Stacey Valdez is just the attorney to solve yours.
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Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Ms. Valdez is a no nonsense very capable attorney who doesn’t beat about the bush. She is worth every dime spent on her. Her command inside and outside the courtroom is phenomenal. Her team of paralegals and lawyers are just the best. She is very busy so may not be able to get back very quickly but s...
Posted by David | August 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Stacey and Michaela were great and I was glad I retained them for my complicated step parent family court case. These are the attorneys you want on your side in the courtroom to get things done. Thank you again!
Posted by Nicole | September 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney
If only I had found her sooner!! We hired Stacey Valdez and Associates a little late in our game but they were extremely prompt and professional from the jump. They corrected so many errors the previous attorney made, and completely turned our sinking ship around. Stacey is no nonsense and made sure...
Posted by Marisa | February 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I recently hired Stacey for a custody case. Stacey’s team took their time and gave attention to detail to present all the information possible to fight for my case. Stacey was very direct and did not back down in court. Would highly recommend her and her team!
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I can not speak highly enough of Stacey Valdez and Associates. After months of researching other lawyers, and interviewing my top choices, Stacey stood out head and shoulders above her peers. After working with her and the wonderful people in her office since May 2019 (my case is dragging on because ...
"Not only do I endorse Stacey Valdez, I routinely refer people to her for representation when they come to me with difficult family law matters. She is a relentless advocate."
"Stacey is exceptionally knowledgeable and an incredible advocate. Inside the courtroom or out, you want her on your side!"
"Stacey is an extremely knowledgeable attorney with excellent litigation skills! She truly cares about her clients and works hard to achieve their litigation goals!"
"Stacey is aggressive and dedicated and a great trial lawyer. She is very experienced and always well prepared. She does an outstanding job for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had Stacey as an opposing counsel on numerous family law matters. She is a great trial lawyer and a strong advocate for her client."
"Having worked with Stacey as both co-counsel and opposing counsel on several matters, I highly endorse her as an attorney. She has a relentless drive and presence in the courtroom. Her approach to cases is thorough and she is always well-prepared. She's a fantastic advocate."
"Ms. Valdez comes highly recommended. She will work relentlessly for what her client desires. I have no doubt that if you meet with Stacey you will know exactly what kind of powerhouse she can be!"
"Stacey is an excellent attorney. If you want a real trial attorney to handle your most complicated and personal family issues, you've found one of the best. She is incredibly knowledgeable and extremely passionate. You couldn't invest your trust or your money into a better person."
"I endorse this lawyer. Stacey is an outstanding lawyer. She is tough, compassionate and extremely intelligent. She is also a pleasure to work with because she knows what she is doing, and does it well."
"Stacy is an excellent Board Certified attorney. She is both knowledgable of the law and extremely comfortable in the courtroom. If you have hired Stacy you can relax, you are in good hands."
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2016
Member, State Bar College
2009
Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2004 - Present
Owner, Stacey Valdez & Associates
2016 - Present
Family Lawyers of TexasBoard Member
2009 - Present
Gulf Coast Family Law SpecialistsMember
2009 - Present
Texas Academy of Family Law SpecialistsMember
2004 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2004 - Present
Family Law Section-State Bar of TexasMember
2016 - 2017
Family Lawyers for Good JudgesBoard Member
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2017
Updates in Family Law -Course Director
2016
SAPCR Update
2017
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