Scheef & Stone, L.L.P.

Scheef & Stone, L.L.P. Legal Counsel Based on Solid Principles. We have built our professional staff with this thought in mind. Scheef & Stone, L.L.P.

Scheef & Stone, LLP is a full-service business law firm with offices in Dallas, Frisco, and Marshall, Texas, providing clients with a wide range of legal services. Since its formation, Scheef & Stone has demonstrated that a sophisticated law practice can exist outside the large law firm environment. Our lawyers have large law firm backgrounds and training, which enable us to handle a wide range of

complex legal matters in an efficient and timely manner while at the same time pass to our clients the flexibility and economies of a smaller law firm. (“the firm”) is an equal opportunity employer. It is a fundamental policy of the firm not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, handicap, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Recent administrative changes in the Eastern District of Texas are drawing attention across the patent litigation commun...
06/17/2026

Recent administrative changes in the Eastern District of Texas are drawing attention across the patent litigation community.

In a newly published article for IAM, Michael C. Smith explores how the reassignment of judges in the Sherman and Marshall Divisions may influence patent case management, docket distribution, and litigation strategy moving forward.

While the changes do not alter substantive patent law, they may affect how cases are assigned and progress through two of the nation's most active patent venues.

Michael's analysis provides valuable insight into what practitioners, businesses, and in-house counsel should be watching as the Eastern District of Texas continues to evolve.

Read the full article: www.iam-media.com/article/what-edtxs-judge-reshuffle-means-sherman-and-marshall-patent-dockets

Scheef & Stone, L.L.P. is pleased to share that Partner Kate Valent has been appointed to lead the Women's Group for the...
06/11/2026

Scheef & Stone, L.L.P. is pleased to share that Partner Kate Valent has been appointed to lead the Women's Group for the Americas within Mackrell International.

Kate will serve alongside Denisa Mikulasova, who has been appointed as the Women's Group Leader for the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, and Africa). Together, Kate and Denisa will work to foster connections and collaboration among women across Mackrell International's global network.

During the recent Mackrell Women's Conference in Helsinki, the two leaders discussed future opportunities for the group, including the possibility of alternating women's meetings between Europe and the United States in the years ahead.

Please join us in congratulating Kate on this leadership appointment and wishing both Kate and Denisa continued success in their new roles.

Read more on solidcounsel.com/news-events/.

A foundation built on thoughtful dealmaking and long-term client relationships.Being named to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers ...
05/29/2026

A foundation built on thoughtful dealmaking and long-term client relationships.

Being named to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers 2026 reflects a continued commitment to helping clients navigate complex business transactions with clarity and care.

For William “Bill” Stone, founding partner of Scheef & Stone, L.L.P., that work spans mergers and acquisitions, corporate structuring, financings, and a wide range of negotiated business arrangements—advising clients from initial strategy through ex*****on.

Known for his hands-on approach, Bill works closely with clients to understand their businesses, structure transactions that align with their goals, and guide them through both routine and highly complex matters.

Congratulations to Bill on this year’s recognition.

Strategic planning, with long-term impact.Being named to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers 2026 reflects a continued focus on he...
05/28/2026

Strategic planning, with long-term impact.

Being named to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers 2026 reflects a continued focus on helping clients navigate complex tax and business decisions with clarity and foresight.

For Robert M. Bolton, that work centers on tax planning for closely held businesses and their owners—advising on entity structuring, mergers and acquisitions, and strategies designed to preserve and transfer wealth across generations.

From business transactions to estate and asset protection planning, his approach is grounded in helping clients make informed decisions that support both immediate goals and long-term stability.

Congratulations to Robert on this year’s recognition.

Consistency. Discipline. Results.While Keith Rawlins is proud to be recognized as a Best Lawyer on D Magazine's 2026 lis...
05/27/2026

Consistency. Discipline. Results.

While Keith Rawlins is proud to be recognized as a Best Lawyer on D Magazine's 2026 list, the most valuable aspect of his work is the mindset he brings to it.

In his intellectual property practice, Keith focuses on helping clients protect and enforce what they’ve built, from patents and trademarks to the ideas that drive their businesses forward.

His guiding principle:
“Be extraordinary amongst the extraordinary, consistently over time. Count me in.”

It’s a philosophy rooted in consistency, discipline, and long-term results—qualities that define strong advocacy in a constantly evolving IP landscape.

Congratulations to Keith on this year’s recognition.

Scheef & Stone, L.L.P. recently hosted a happy hour bringing together attorneys and team members from across the firm to...
05/26/2026

Scheef & Stone, L.L.P. recently hosted a happy hour bringing together attorneys and team members from across the firm to welcome the firm’s 2026 Summer Law Clerks.

The gathering gave attorneys and summer clerks the opportunity to connect outside of the office, build relationships, and kick off the summer program in a relaxed setting. Attorneys from multiple offices attended the event alongside this year’s law clerks from SMU Dedman School of Law.

We would like to thank our attending attorneys for welcoming this year's class: Michael Smith, Matt Bracy, Alexis Cantu, Jessica Chapa, Steven Coffin, Chase Garret, Logan Miller, Austin Hatton, Margaret Ricchi, Michael Schofield, Patrick Schurr, and Melinda Sims.

This year’s summer law clerks include Gillian West, Madison Barnes, Lindie Harper, and Ashley Souza.

The evening reflected Scheef & Stone, L.L.P.’s continued investment in mentorship, collaboration, and creating meaningful opportunities for future legal professionals to engage with attorneys across a variety of practice areas.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped welcome this year’s summer class. We look forward to the summer ahead.

Where engineering insight meets legal strategy.Being named to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers 2026 reflects a continued commit...
05/26/2026

Where engineering insight meets legal strategy.

Being named to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers 2026 reflects a continued commitment to helping clients protect and maximize the value of their innovations.

For John Gregory Fischer, that work draws on a unique combination of legal, technical, and business experience. As a patent prosecution attorney and licensed professional engineer with more than 20 U.S. patents of his own, he works closely with clients to develop, protect, and enforce intellectual property both in the U.S. and internationally.

His background in litigation also informs how patents are drafted and positioned—keeping enforcement, commercialization, and long-term value in focus from the start.

Congratulations to John on this year’s recognition.

In litigation, proof matters.Being listed in D Magazine's Best Lawyers 2026 is a huge accomplishment, but for T. Chase G...
05/25/2026

In litigation, proof matters.

Being listed in D Magazine's Best Lawyers 2026 is a huge accomplishment, but for T. Chase Garrett, success is all about one thing:

“It doesn’t matter what I believe. It only matters what I can prove.”

That principle shapes his work in real estate and business litigation, where outcomes depend on preparation, strategy, and the ability to present clear, compelling evidence.

Congratulations to Chase on this year’s recognition.

This , Scheef & Stone, L.L.P. pauses to remember and honor the men and women of our armed forces who gave their lives i...
05/25/2026

This , Scheef & Stone, L.L.P. pauses to remember and honor the men and women of our armed forces who gave their lives in service to our country.

Wishing our clients and community a meaningful day of remembrance.

A recognition built on long-standing client relationships and steady counsel.Being named to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers 20...
05/22/2026

A recognition built on long-standing client relationships and steady counsel.

Being named to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers 2026 reflects a continued commitment to guiding clients through complex legal and business challenges.

For C. John Scheef III, founding partner of Scheef & Stone, L.L.P., that work centers on construction law, commercial litigation, and real estate-related disputes—advising clients through every stage of a project, from contract negotiation to dispute resolution.

Serving as a trusted advisor and outside general counsel, he works closely with clients to address risk, resolve conflicts, and support key business decisions with a practical, solutions-focused approach.

Congratulations to John on this year’s recognition.

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