Atty. Jeffrey E. Stone

Atty. Jeffrey E. Stone

Partner at McDermott Will & Emery -- 1991 - present Co-chairman at McDermott Will & Emery -- 2010-present Previously, head of Trial Department and head of White Collar Criminal Defense Practice Group. Served as an Assistant U.S.

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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey E. Stone at a glance

Jeffrey E. Stone is a criminal defense, business, white collar, and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McDermott Will & Schulte. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1983) and Stanford University (BA, 1978). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Chicago) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Partner at McDermott Will & Emery -- 1991 - present Co-chairman at McDermott Will & Emery -- 2010-present Previously, head of Trial Department and head of White Collar Criminal Defense Practice Group
  • Served as an Assistant U.S
  • Attorney in the Northern District of Illinois from 1986-1991 focusing on the prosecution of white-collar crime

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey E. Stone's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey E. Stone handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jeffrey E. Stone is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jeffrey E. Stone is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey E. Stone

Where is Jeffrey E. Stone's law office located?
Jeffrey E. Stone's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is McDermott Will & Schulte. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey E. Stone handle?
Jeffrey E. Stone focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did Jeffrey E. Stone go to law school?
Jeffrey E. Stone earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (BA, 1978).
How can I contact Jeffrey E. Stone for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jeffrey E. Stone received?
Jeffrey E. Stone's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Chicago); Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1983
BA
Stanford University
- 1978

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Chicago)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Large Case Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — White-Collar Criminal Defense
- 2026

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