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Feb 08 2017
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Scheef & Stone Awarded Frisco Chamber of Commerce’s Large Business of the Year

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Dallas, Texas – Scheef & Stone, LLP is honored to announce its selection as “Large Business of the Year” by the Frisco Chamber of Commerce at the Chamber’s annual awards gala, held Friday, Feb. 3, 2017 at Embassy Suites Frisco Hotel. This was the Chamber’s 33rd annual awards program, which seeks to recognize those Frisco citizens, both corporate and individuals, who contribute to the city’s positive growth and volunteer within the community.

“We are so pleased to have been recognized as the Frisco Chamber’s Large Business of the Year,” said John Scheef, co-founding partner at Scheef & Stone. “Many of our attorneys are actively involved in several Frisco organizations, including the Chamber of Commerce and the Frisco Education Foundation. In 2016, our growth was substantial. We now have 60 attorneys. We added a new Immigration practice group and welcomed eleven attorneys to the firm in the last year. We are committed to continuing to invest in Frisco’s growth and volunteering to assist its residents. Frisco is a great city, and we are proud to be a part of its exciting future.”

Winners were selected based upon several criteria, including evidence of job and revenue growth, programs to remain stable when facing challenges, initiatives for employee retention and satisfaction, programs aimed at measuring customer satisfaction, Chamber membership, and proof of involvement in/contributions to the community and/or Chamber programs. Companies and individuals were recognized in categories for Home-Based, Small, Medium and Large Businesses of the Year; Developer, Non-Profit, Entrepreneur, Citizen and Silver Citizen of the Year; and the Spirit of Frisco.

Frisco (and Collin County as a whole) is a unique legal community. The growth of the local population, real estate investment and development, and booming business economy has resulted in unprecedented business legal needs that the firm is uniquely positioned to handle. The involvement of Scheef & Stone attorneys in the community is substantial. Improving the lives of members of the community is one of the firm’s core values. Numerous Scheef & Stone attorneys are extremely active with philanthropic and community organizations, organizations within the legal community, and their local churches.

Scheef & Stone LLP provides solid counsel to its valued clients by forging innovative legal solutions to build lasting relationships. From its offices in Dallas and Frisco, the members of the firm hold themselves to the highest standards, and embrace the art of going the extra mile for their clients. These values have led to strategic growth, with 60 lawyers practicing in a full-service transactional and litigation firm, including immigration, corporate, cybersecurity, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, tax, construction law, banking, bankruptcy, intellectual property, healthcare, litigation and employment law.

Nov 23 2016
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Scheef & Stone Awarded Best Texas Law Firm For Complex Commercial Litigation by Acquisition International

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Dallas, Texas – Scheef & Stone, LLP has been awarded the Best for Complex Commercial Litigation in Texas Legal Award by Acquisition International (AI), a monthly magazine produced by AI Global Media Ltd. The awards are given solely on merit and are awarded to commend those most deserving for their ingenuity and hard work, distinguishing them from their competitors and proving them worthy of recognition. AI is widely respected within the legal industry for their in-depth research to determine the winners of their awards.

“We are honored to have received this recognition,” said Kelly Crawford, co-founding partner at Scheef & Stone. “Our litigators work very hard on behalf of our clients to remain ahead of the curve in legal strategies, cutting-edge resolutions tactics and competitive approaches to achieve the results our clients expect. We continuously strive to exceed their expectations.

“With many of our attorneys focusing their practices upon complex commercial litigation, Scheef & Stone’s litigation team is well equipped to meet the demands of its growing client base,” said Bill Stone, another co-founding partner at the firm.

Political and economic issues have also affected the markets globally, and lawyers are increasingly having to adapt to ever evolving legislation and regulation. In addition, as the market becomes increasingly global the rise in cross-border issues means legal professionals are having to constantly update their skills.

Because of these challenges, the 2016 Legal Awards, which are now in their fifth year, act as the ultimate guide to recognizing those talented attorneys who are the very best available within the worldwide legal industry.

Scheef & Stone, LLP provides solid counsel to its valued clients by forging innovative legal solutions to build lasting relationships. From its offices in Dallas and Frisco, members of the law firm hold themselves to the highest standards, and embrace the art of going the extra mile for their clients. These values have led to strategic growth, bringing our attorney count to 59 lawyers practicing in a full-service transactional and litigation firm with services including immigration, corporate, cybersecurity, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, tax, construction law, banking, bankruptcy, intellectual property, healthcare, litigation and employment law.

Oct 17 2016
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Scheef & Stone Celebrates Boss’s Day

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We celebrated Boss’s Day in both of our offices today by treating our hard working attorneys to lunch. The Frisco office treated their bosses to a fiesta luncheon and the Dallas office celebrated with a pop up baked potato bar. Both lunches were a huge hit! Thanks for making Scheef & Stone a great place to work!

Sep 27 2016
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We Need To Talk – Women’s Event

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Scheef & Stone is very excited to host our second Women’s Networking event on Tuesday, September 27, featuring Melinda Marcus. Her topic is Top Dog Tactics. Attendees will learn what’s been tested and proven to influence powerful CEOs. She’ll reveal subtle changes we can make to win decisions before we lose big opportunities.

Sep 22 2016
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Partner Mark L. Hill Elected to Board of Frisco Education Foundation

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Frisco, Texas – Scheef & Stone LLP is pleased to announce Partner Mark L. Hill has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Frisco Education Foundation effective August 1, 2016 for a three-year term.

The Frisco Education Foundation (FEF) is a not-for-profit organization working in partnership with the Frisco Independent School District (FISD) to enhance the educational opportunities of its students. The FEF Board is comprised of North Texas business and community leaders.

The FEF has awarded approximately $5 Million in Scholarships to graduating FISD Seniors, and over $550,000 in Grants to FISD Educators. Through the FEF, funds are generated for college scholarships and innovative teacher programs that enhance the strengths of the outstanding FISD learning environment. The FEF is also active in the Frisco community and organizes several events each year, including the Mindbender Academy and Gary Burns Annual Fun Run.

“Frisco is growing at an unprecedented pace, and some of the primary drivers of this growth are the top-notch schools throughout the Frisco Independent School District,” Hill said. “Both companies and individuals are relocating to Frisco, in large part, because of its outstanding schools. It’s an honor to be elected to the Board of the Frisco Education Foundation, and I will do everything I can to support the Foundation in making sure the FISD remains without equal.” Hill offices in the firm’s Hall Park location in Frisco, Texas where his practice involves handling complex business disputes and commercial real estate matters. He represents both corporate and individual clients in state and federal courts throughout Texas.

Scheef & Stone LLP provides solid counsel to its valued clients by forging innovative legal solutions to build lasting relationships. From its offices in Dallas and Frisco, members of the law firm hold themselves to the highest standards, and embrace the art of going above and beyond the extra mile for their clients. These values have led to strategic growth, bringing our attorney count to approximately 60 lawyers practicing in a full-service transactional and litigation firm with services including immigration, corporate, cybersecurity, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, tax, construction law, banking, bankruptcy, intellectual property, healthcare, litigation and employment law.

Aug 16 2016
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Scheef & Stone Announces Eight Attorneys Named to the Best Lawyers in America 2017 List

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Dallas, Texas – Scheef & Stone, LLP is pleased to announce eight of the Firm’s attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2017 edition of Best Lawyers in America. This publication, in existence for three decades, is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. A listing in Best Lawyers is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor, conferred on a lawyer by his or her peers.

“Having eight Scheef & Stone attorneys recognized on the Best Lawyers 2017 list provides proof that our dedication to providing innovative, exemplary services to our clients is recognized by our peers,” said John Scheef, one of the Firm’s co-founding partners. “We are both humbled and honored to receive this recognition.”

Scheef & Stone attorneys named to the 2017 Best Lawyers in America list are:

Robert Banta, Real Estate Law

Roger Crabb, Employment Law – Management

Byron Henry, Appellate Practice

Mitch Little, Arbitration

John Scheef, Construction Law; Litigation – Construction

Mark Simon, Employment Law – Management

Bill Stone, Corporate Law; Mergers and Acquisition Law

Brad Whitlock, Corporate Law

Since its first publication in 1983, Best Lawyers has become known as the definitive guide to legal excellence. More than 79,000 leading attorneys globally are eligible to vote. Lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed so that inclusion in Best Lawyers continues to be considered a singular honor. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best Lawyers “the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice.”

Scheef & Stone, LLP provides solid counsel to its valued clients by forging innovative legal solutions to build lasting relationships. From its offices in Dallas and Frisco, members of the law firm hold themselves to the highest standards, and dedicate themselves to going beyond the extra mile for their clients. These standards have led to strategic growth, bringing our attorney count to approximately 60 lawyers practicing in a full-service commercial firm with services including immigration, corporate, cybersecurity, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, tax, construction law, banking, bankruptcy, intellectual property, healthcare, litigation and employment law.

Jul 20 2016
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Scheef & Stone Partner Mark L. Hill Elected President of Collin County Bar

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Frisco, Texas – Scheef & Stone LLP is pleased to announce Partner Mark L. Hill has been elected as the president of the Collin County Bar Association (CCBA) effective July 1, 2016 for a one-year term.
Hill has served on the CCBA Board of Directors for several years, most recently as the association’s Vice-President. He was previously a founding member and Chair of the Civil Litigation Section of the CCBA.

The CCBA is the largest bar association serving the legal community practicing or residing in and around Collin County, Texas; which includes Frisco, McKinney, Allen and Plano, among numerous other smaller communities. It works closely with the judiciary and local leaders in Collin County to create a professional, cordial, and efficient relationship with the court system for all practitioners.

“Collin County, including its legal community, is growing at an unprecedented pace and I am extremely proud to lead the Collin County Bar Association during this particular time.” Hill said. “Looking forward, my intention is for the CCBA to provide services that will not only materially benefit its members, but also contribute in a meaningful way to the local community. We have countless talented attorneys practicing in Collin County, and are blessed with a great group of judges and elected officials; this year the CCBA and its members will be at the forefront of many great developments happening in North Texas.”

Mr. Hill offices in the firm’s Hall Park location in Frisco, Texas where his practice involves handling complex business disputes and commercial real estate matters. He represents both corporate and individual clients in state and federal courts throughout Texas.

Scheef & Stone, LLP provides solid counsel to its valued clients by forging innovative legal solutions to build lasting relationships. From its offices in Dallas and Frisco, members of the law firm hold themselves to the highest standards, and embrace the art of going above and beyond the extra mile for their clients. These values have led to strategic growth, bringing our attorney count to approximately 60 lawyers practicing in a full-service transactional and litigation firm with services including immigration, corporate, cybersecurity, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, tax, construction law, banking, bankruptcy, intellectual property, healthcare, litigation and employment law.

Jul 13 2016
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Scheef & Stone Receiver Settles Securities Fraud Claim for $2.25 Million

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DALLAS – Scheef & Stone LLP is pleased to announce a $2.25 million settlement of claims brought by a federal court appointed Receiver against Forex Capital Markets LLC. The aiding and abetting securities fraud claims were filed against FXCM in the 429th District Court of Collin County, Texas in Cause No. 429-75-2014. The claims alleged that Forex aided and abetted Kevin White, a Plano, Texas man earlier convicted of fraud in operating the Revelation Forex Fund, a $7 million Ponzi scheme. Kelly Crawford, a co-founding partner with Scheef & Stone, was appointed as Receiver for the Revelation Forex Fund by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas in Cases Nos. 4:13-cv-383 and 382 brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission and U.S. Commodities Futures Trading Commission against White.

Court records indicate that more than two years ago, Crawford filed claims against FXCM for its alleged role as the broker who opened and serviced the Revelation Forex Fund account for White.

Prior to the settlement, FXCM made motion to have the case arbitrated in New York. FXCM argued Crawford, as the Receiver, had stepped into the shoes of its customer, the Revelation Forex Fund, and was required to arbitrate the claims in New York. The Collin County District Court ruled against FXCM. The company appealed the decision to the Dallas Court of Appeals. The Dallas Court of Appeals agreed that the Receiver was not bound by the arbitration agreement of Revelation Forex Fund. FXCM appealed the appellate decision to the Texas Supreme Court, but it declined to hear the case.

After losing the battle for venue, FXCM paid the Receiver $2.25 million in settlement of the claims. As a result of this settlement and other recoveries in the receivership, Crawford will be returning more than 78% of the misappropriated funds to the investors. “Through the hard work of my excellent attorneys, we were able to recover substantial funds from FXCM to return to the investors,” Crawford said.

In the battles to determine venue, Crawford was represented by Mitch Little and Charlene Koonce, Scheef & Stone partners with significant experience in federal court receiverships. “This was a hard fought battle that lasted for more than two and a half years,” Little said.

“The Dallas Court of Appeals’ opinion requiring FXCM to go to trial in Collin County was a pivotal moment in allowing for a settlement in the case,” Koonce said.

Former U.S. Magistrate Jeff Kaplan, now with JAMS, served as the mediator in the dispute.

Scheef & Stone, LLP provides solid counsel to its valued clients by forging innovative legal solutions to build lasting relationships. From its offices in Dallas and Frisco, members of the law firm hold themselves to the highest standards, and embrace the art of going above and beyond the extra mile for their clients. These values have led to strategic growth, bringing its attorney count to approximately 60 lawyers practicing in a full-service transactional and litigation firm with services including immigration, corporate, cybersecurity, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, tax, construction law, banking, intellectual property, healthcare, litigation and employment law.