Rick L. Stacey

With more than two decades of experience, Rick L. Stacey is a prominent trial lawyer and a founding partner at McConnell Wagner Sykes + Stacey PLLC. His practice is largely focused on business law, commercial litigation, construction law, employment law, personal injury law and real estate law. Over the years, he has successfully secured over $45 million in damage awards for his clients through bench trials, jury trials and arbitrations. His prowess in navigating complex commercial litigation disputes, especially in construction and real estate, is widely acknowledged. Mr. Stacey excels in the art of drafting and negotiating contracts for a variety of construction projects, including those that involve intricate engineering, procurement and construction management aspects. His profound understanding of construction law has not only benefited clients locally but has also seen him serve as a legal adviser in international forums, including in China. Educationally, Mr. Stacey holds a J.D. with a certification in environmental and natural resource law from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law and a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude, from Boise State University. His academic journey was distinguished by his nomination as a Top 10 Scholar during his undergraduate studies. Before embarking on his legal career, he gained valuable industry insight by working in project management within the construction sector. This experience has equipped him with a unique perspective and practical understanding, enhancing his legal acumen in related cases. Mr. Stacey's professional affiliations include the Idaho State Bar, the American Bar Association, and local chapters of Associated Builders and Contractors. His skill set and contributions to the field have earned him numerous accolades, including recognition as a top lawyer in real estate by the Lawyers of Distinction and an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell. An active member of his community in Boise, Mr. Stacey is particularly passionate about contributing to the junior golf program at Hillcrest Country Club. His commitment extends beyond his personal interests as he plays a significant role in the Boise State University Alumni Association, both as a board member and legal counsel, providing pro bono services. *AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.