Stacy Barrett

Stacy Barrett

Attorney · UC Law San Francisco

Stacy Barrett started writing articles for Nolo as a freelancer in 2019. She became a full-time Legal Editor in 2021. Her articles appear on sites including Nolo.com, CriminalDefenseLawyer.com, Lawyers.com, AllLaw.com, and Avvo.com.

Education. Stacy has a B.A. from Northern Arizona University, where she graduated with highest honors, and a J.D. from UC Law San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings). She earned several academic awards from both institutions, including scholarships for academic achievement.

Legal career. Stacy began working as a criminal defense attorney in 2006. Her first job was with the Napa County Public Defender. She represented clients accused of misdemeanors and felonies. She also represented parents in civil contempt proceedings and patients facing involuntary civil commitments in state hospitals. In 2016, Stacy continued her work as a trial attorney at a private law firm. A few of Stacy's victories in trial court received national and international media coverage.

Other pursuits. Prior to her legal career, Stacy wrote feature articles for a small-town newspaper and copy pages for a national magazine in New York City. During law school she taught Street Law to middle school students receiving residential treatment in San Francisco. In 2019, she co-founded a program to support formerly incarcerated students in community college.

Why Nolo? Stacy's work as a deputy public defender, commitment to equity in education, and writing background led her to Nolo in 2019. She believes in Nolo's mission to provide all people, regardless of income level, the information they need to make important legal decisions.

Articles by Stacy Barrett

Prenuptial Agreements in Georgia
Thinking about a prenup in Georgia? Here's what couples need to know about what's allowed, what's off-limits, and how to make sure the agreement holds up in court.
Prenuptial Agreements in Florida
Once seen as a threat to marriage, prenuptial agreements are now a key tool for financial clarity. In Florida there are specific rules on what makes them valid and enforceable.
Should You Get a Prenup? What It Is, How It Works, and What to Include
Learn how prenuptial agreements work, what they can and can’t cover, and when it makes sense to sign one before you get married.
Prenuptial Agreements in Texas
Learn how couples in Texas are using prenups to outline how they will share their assets, debts, and property during marriage and after divorce or death.
Prenuptial Agreements in New York
Thinking about a prenuptial agreement? Find out how prenups work in New York, including who should get one and what they can and can't cover.
Do Grandparents Have Visitation Rights in New York?
Grandparents may seek court-ordered visitation, but it’s not automatic. In New York, they must show a strong bond or blocked efforts to build one and prove that time together is in the child’s best interest.
How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Maryland
Find out how domestic violence impacts child custody in Maryland.
Prenuptial Agreements in California
Understanding the legal requirements for prenuptial agreements in California.
Do Grandparents Have Visitation Rights in Maryland?
Learn about grandparents’ rights to court-ordered visitation with their grandchildren after divorce, separation, adoption, or one parent’s death.
How Child Custody and Visitation Work in Maryland
When you split up with your child’s other parent, some of the most important—and often most challenging—decisions you’ll make relate to child custody and parenting time. Learn how Maryland judges decide custody cases and how to modify and enforce custody orders.
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