Scheef & Stone was thrilled to host another Women to Women Business Luncheon today. Award-winning entrepreneur Dr. Cortney Baker presented, “Conquering Confidence for Workplace Success” and provided tools guests could utilize immediately following the luncheon.
We partnered with Hope Supply Company to help give homeless kids a reason to smile this holiday season by participating in their Holiday Hope Toy Drive. Hope Supply Company helps homeless children in the DFW area by providing necessities such as diapers, clothing, school supplies, and programs to enhance their lives. Thank you to everyone who helped make this holiday special for homeless children across North Texas.
Join us in congratulating Estate Planning Partner Rebekah Brooker for her recent appointment to SMU Law’s inaugural Emerging Leader Board. The Emerging Leader Board will provide law school leadership with valuable feedback on important issues and assist with efforts to increase alumni engagement. The Board consists of 32 members who have graduated from SMU in the past 20 years with a proven track record of success and strong dedication to public service.
Empowering Women as Leaders (EWL), 2017 Launch a Leader Scholarship Fundraiser Luncheon kicked off today at Park City Club. Partner Charlene Koonce is a board member of EWL, and we are proud to support her and EWL’s efforts in providing scholarships to deserving non-traditional college women.
Scheef & Stone Partner, Mark L. Hill, Chaired the Collin County Bar Association inaugural Trial Academy – which came to a close this week with a Reception honoring the first class. The Trial Academy brought together Collin County Judges and numerous experienced practitioners from various practice areas, to instruct a class of 15 new attorneys on all facets of trial presentation. Congrats to all and job very well done!
In the most recent installment of our Women to Women Business Luncheon Series, Linda Swindling delivered the practical and thought provoking presentation “Ask Outrageously! The Secret to Getting What You Really Want.” The response to the luncheon was tremendous and we reached capacity. Thank you to everyone who attended, and see you at the next Women to Women Business Luncheon!
Linda Swindling delivering the keynote presentation
Dallas, TX – May 25, 2017 – Scheef & Stone was excited to provide local minority high school students with a glimpse into the field of law through L.G. Pinkston High School’s law practicum program. Scheef & Stone joined forces with Jones Day, Haynes and Boone and the District Attorney’s office over the course of six weeks to provide students with candid, hands-on experience practicing law. The program was designed to provide students with an opportunity to learn more about practicing law, which may encourage them to pursue a career in the legal industry once they graduate.
Over the course of several weeks, the students received presentations from Scheef & Stone attorneys on bankruptcy, receiverships and real estate—just to name a few. The firm also provided students with practical and professional development presentations on dressing for success, business development and social media.
“This program aligns perfectly with our firm’s commitment to diversity,” co-founding partner Kelly Crawford said. “We firmly believe that diversity leads to more effective resolutions of the challenges our clients face daily. The ability to help shape and encourage diversity down the road is paramount.”
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 with nearly 60 lawyers practicing in a full-service commercial firm including immigration, corporate, cybersecurity, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, tax, construction law, banking, bankruptcy, intellectual property, healthcare, litigation and employment law.
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.
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.
