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Stacy D. Phillips
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Biography
Stacy D. Phillips, a Certified Family Law Specialist, is a partner at Blank Rome LLP in the Los Angeles office. She is the author of the book Divorce: It’s All About Control – How to Win the Emotional, Psychological and Legal Wars, now in its seventh printing. As a staunch supporter of victims’ rights, Ms. Phillips assisted in the drafting of Senate Bill 924 (codified in California Code of Civil Procedure Section ), which extended the statute of limitations period for victims of domestic violence to sue their abusers in civil court.
Ms. Phillips represents business executives, entrepreneurs, sports, entertainment, political and religious figures, and other high net worth individuals. Former clients of the firm have included Darcy LaPier (former wife of Jean-Claude Van Damme), Darryl Strawberry, Bobby Brown (former husband of Whitney Houston), Erin Everly (former wife of Guns 'n Roses' Axl Rose), Toni Taupin (former wife of lyricist Bernie Taupin), Corina Villaraigosa (former wife of Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa), Charlie Shanian (former husband of Tori Spelling), Jonathan Kaufer (former husband of Pia Zadora), Dean Sheremet (former husband of LeAnn Rimes), and Kelly Rutherford, to name but a few. In 2008, she also represented the Conservators with regard to Britney Spears' family law matters.
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Licensed in California for 41 years
State: California
Acquired: 1984
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Posted by anonymous | July 08, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Stacy D, Phillips
If you ever need a divorce attorney that is excellent ~ go with Stacy D. Phillips. Going through the process of divorce is never easy, but Stacy helped in so many ways to make it go smoothly. She is the best at what she does, she is professional, knows what to do no matter what is thrown her way an...
Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Great is Not Inexpensive
If you have a tough high conflict divorce - Phillips is one of the lawyers you want on your team. She understands the issues, knows the court system and judges and does a little hand holding in her spare time. I was obviously not her largest client but my divorce was complex - Stacy treated the ent...
Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Great Advice and Assistance
Stacy was very helpful in steering me through the divorce process and gave me great advice. I was very happy with her services and those of her firm.
Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2013 | Child Custody
Great at promoting herself, but not great at representing your interests
Ms. Phillips drove up my legal expenses exponentially by encouraging me to consult her on how to respond to my former spouse's many emails about parenting issues, which were intimidating and stressful, because it took a year for the court to assign custody of our children. The emails, however, could...
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Experience
Honors
2014
Women Making a Difference "Volunteer of the Year", Los Angeles Business Journal
2013
Top Divorce Law Firm, Laws.com
2012
"Women Leaders in the Law", The Recorder
2010
Power Philanthropist Award, Starcare
2009
Jurisprudence Award, Anti-Defamation League
2009
Family Law Attorney of the Year Award, Century City Bar Association
2009
Griffin Bell Community Service Award, LACBA Center for Civic Mediation on behalf of the firm
2008
Spirit of Hope Award, Tower Cancer Research Foundation
2007
“Best of the Bar”, Los Angeles Business Journal
2006
Certificate of Commendation, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa
2006
Certificate of Commendation, Councilman Jack Weiss
2006
Certificate of Commendation, City of Los Angeles
2005
Women to Watch Award, Jewish Women International
2005
Women of Achievement Award, AMIT
2002
Women of Accomplishment Award, Century City Chamber of Commerce
2001
Patricia A. McClure Award, Asthma & Allergy Foundation
2001
Women of Accomplishment Award, B’nai Zion Foundation
2001
Women Who Make a Difference Award, Los Angeles Business Journal
2000
Women of Action Award, Israel Cancer Research Fund
1998
"50 Most Powerful Women in Los Angeles Law", Los Angeles Daily Journal
1998
“Top 20 Lawyers in Los Angeles Under the Age of 40”, Daily Journal
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Southern California’s Best Lawyers, 2007 - Present, Los Angeles Times
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AV® Preeminent™, 1991 - Present, Martindale-Hubbell
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“50 Most Powerful Women in Los Angeles Law”, Los Angeles Business Journal
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“500 Leading Lawyers in America”, 2006 - Present, Lawdragon
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“Southern California Super Lawyers”, 2004 - Present, Super Lawyers
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"Los Angeles' Women Leaders in the Law", 2009 - 2012, 2014, Los Angeles Times
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“Top 50 Women” Southern California Lawyers, 2005 - Present, Super Lawyers
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“Top 100” Southern California Lawyers, 2006 - Present, Super Lawyers
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"Best Lawyers in America", 2003 - Present, Best Lawyers in America
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“Top 10” Southern California Super Lawyers, 2009-2011, 2013-2014, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Founding Principal, Phillips Lerner, A Law Corporation
Associations
International Network of Boutique Law Firms
Member
The Trusteeship
Member
International Women’s Forum
Member
Chancery Club of Los Angeles
Member
Super Lawyers Advisory Board
Advisory Board
Family Law Section American Bar Association
Member
Family Law Section Los Angeles Bar Association
Member
Family Law Section Beverly Hills Bar Association
Member
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
Member
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
Member
Education
1983
Columbia University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Dartmouth College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles
Marketing Me: Building Your Book of Business by Developing YOUR Personal Brand
2012
Warner Center Estate and Tax Planning Council
Family Law and Estate Planning Issues: The Five Most Common Mistakes Made by Estate Planning/Probate Attorneys Related to Family Law Issues [With a Primer on McCourt]
2011
San Fernando Valley Bar Association, Probate and Estate Planning Section
Warner Center Estate and Tax Planning Council
2010
STARCARE’s Fifth Annual Women of Power Luncheon
Money Matters: The Importance of Protecting Your Resources Before, During and After a Relationship
2010
Pearls of Wisdom
Surviving a Split: The Top 10 Issues to Consider When Facing a Divorce
2010
Levitt & Quinn Family Law Center
The Impact of the State’s Financial Crisis on Our Court System
2010
Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles
Tips Re: How Not to Fall into the Family Law Abyss: The Top Five Mistakes Estate Planning/Probate Attorneys Make Related to Family Law Issues
2010
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) California Chapter Annual Conference
California Courts in Crisis: The Impact of the Lack of Court Funding on Our Judicial System and State Economy
2009
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association - 50th Anniversary Convention
The Legal Dispute: What’s Control Got to Do with It? Everything!
2009
Southern California Mediation Association (SCMA) Annual Conference
Negotiating in the Female Voice: What Can We Learn from Our Women Colleagues
2007
Business Forum International
Divorce and Control Issues
2006
West Legal Works Conference
Managing Existing Client Relationships” and “Who Knows You Are Out There? Using Promotions and Communications to Raise Your Profile
2006
West Legal Works Conference
Your Future as a Rainmaker: Marketing Boot Camp for Lawyers
2005
The Seminar Group
Relationship Agreements (cohabitation, new domestic partnership laws and alternative dispute resolution)
2005
L.A. County Bar Association
Effective Representation of Family Law Clients in Mediation
2005
City National Bank
Divorce Hollywood Style: Avoiding Common Pitfalls
2004
Findlaw Business Development Conference
Why These Firms Are Best of Breed
Publications
Languages
English