About the Firm
A Law Firm Dedicated to Securing Your Legacy.
The Stokely Estate Planning Law Firm practices exclusively in estate planning. While several types of legal strategies can be employed to manage and protect your assets, our main goal is clear - secure your legacy.
We will work with you to provide fundamental information so you can make informed decisions regarding your estate plan. We customize each estate plan for your specific needs while still considering important factors such as strategies to maximize tax benefits and asset protection for your beneficiaries.
Get to know the Attorney
Lycia A. Stokely, Esq.
Lycia A. Stokely is Filipino American and was raised in Orange County, CA. She earned her B.A. from the University of California Irvine (majoring in both Criminology and Psychology) where she was on the Dean’s List, an Education Abroad Program Ambassador, and a member of Kababayan at UCI. Lycia then earned her J.D. from New York Law School where she was a New York Law School Gala Scholarship recipient and a Student Bar Association Senator. Missing the California sunshine, Lycia moved back to Orange County after law school to obtain her LL.M. (Master) in Taxation from Chapman University School of Law and was admitted to the California Bar in 2011.
Apart from spending time with family and practicing law, Lycia enjoys leisurely reading, singing, cheering for the Lakers, sampling local restaurants, and traveling.
Lycia chose to start her own estate planning law firm to help clients gain peace of mind that their families and assets will be protected. As a mother of young children, Lycia wants to help educate parents on the importance of having an estate plan for their children’s future. Lycia also believes that through her diverse background and unique experiences, she will be able to help those in her community understand the legal and tax consequences of their estate plans.
Education
University of California Irvine - Bachelor of Arts
New York Law School - Juris Doctor
Chapman University School of Law - LL.M. in Taxation
Professional Affiliations
Board Member of the Trusts and Estates Section of the OCBA
Board Member of the Filipino Lawyers of Orange County
National Filipino American Lawyers Association
National Pacific American Bar Association