About Adam
At the law office of The Stone Law Firm, LTD we believe deeply in the equal protection of the laws and the equal access to the courts. From our office in Bucyrus, Ohio, we work hard to provide excellent legal services to all of our clients without regard to their economic status, race, gender, religion or sexual preference.
We focus our criminal defense practice on providing skilled representation for those facing misdemeanor or felony charges. From serious violent crimes to drunk driving charges, Crawford County criminal defense lawyer Adam C. Stone works hard to protect clients' rights and to achieve the best possible outcome given their unique circumstances.
In addition to criminal defense, our firm assists those with legal issues in other areas of practice, including juvenile delinquency and other aspects of juvenile law, marital dissolution, and estate planning and administration.
Raised in Bucyrus, lawyer Adam C. Stone returned to his roots after law school and provides skilled legal services for clients throughout Crawford County and surrounding areas of central Ohio. Mr. Stone graduated cum laude from Wittenberg University in 2005, and went on to receive his law degree in 2009 from the University of Dayton School of Law. That same year, he was admitted to the Ohio State Bar Association.
In May 2009, the Dayton Unit of the NAACP awarded Mr. Stone a Citation of Honor for civil rights work he handled during law school. Additionally, the Ohio State Bar Foundation awarded him the District 5 Community Service Award for Attorneys 40 and Under in October 2010. Stone was also named the first ever "Defender of the Month" in July 2012 by the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights.
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 50%
Federal Criminal Defense; White Collar Crimes; Violent Crime Criminal Defense; Murder and Manslaughter; Sex Crimes; Drug and Conspiracy; State and Federal RICO charges; and Gang and Weapon Charge Specifications.
11 years
- DUI and DWI: 50%
11 years
Languages spoken
English
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Contact
The Stone Law Firm, LTD
840 South Sandusky Ave.
Bucyrus, OH, 44820
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| OH | Active | 2009 | 10/22/2018 |
| Legal answers | 120 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
| AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
| Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
| Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
| Young Democrat of the Year | Crawford County Democrats | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Human Rights Defender of the Month for July | Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights | 2012 |
| District 5 Award for Community Service for Lawyers 40 & Under | Ohio State Bar Foundation | 2010 |
| Citation of Honor | Dayton Unit NAACP | 2009 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Defense Attorney/Partner | Martin & Stone, LLC | 2014 - Present |
| Attorney/ Member | Adam C. Stone, Attorney and Counselor at Law, Ltd. | 2009 - 2014 |
| Law Clerk | The Neff Law Firm, Ltd. | 2009 - 2009 |
| Legal Intern | Dayton Unit NAACP | 2007 - 2009 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | N/A | 2012 - Present |
| Bucyrus Board of Education Member | N/A | 2012 - Present |
| Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | N/A | 2010 - Present |
| American Bar Association | N/A | 2010 - Present |
| Ohio State Bar Association | N/A | 2009 - Present |
| Crawford County Bar Association | N/A | 2009 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| NAACP | N/A | 2005 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Crawford County NOW | An American Tragedy | 2013 |
| Crawford County Now | Appreciating education means appreciating the educator | 2013 |
| Crawford County NOW | Children as Prisoners | 2013 |
| From Adam's Desk | We Always Defend | 2013 |
| From Adam's Desk | No Sir! The Effects of Juvenile Deliquency on Military Eligibility | 2013 |
| From Adam's Desk | Aggravated Murder in Ohio: The Vestige of the Death Penalty | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Crawford County NOW | What Do We Do Now? | 2012 |
| Crawford County Now | A Year's Reflection | 2012 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Dayton | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
| Wittenberg University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2005 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Talawanda Social Studies Department | Human Rights: An Individual Perspective | 2013 |
| Together We Hurt Together We Heal Annual Fundraising Banquet | Power in Giving | 2012 |
| Home Healthcare Matters Educational Series | Basic Estate Planning | 2012 |
| 2011 Crawford County Community Care March | Community Rally Against Drug Abuse | 2011 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| State of Ohio vs. ____________ | Dismissed Prior to Preliminary Hearing |
| State of Ohio v. __________________ | Client's charge amended from second degree felony to first degree misdemeanor - to which he plead no contest |
| State of Ohio v. ____________________ | First Degree Felony Rape Dismissed Pretrial |
| State of Ohio v. ___________________ | Charged with First Degree Felony; plead guilty to Fifth Degree Felony |
| State of Ohio v. _________________ | Indicted as a first degree felony aggravated burglary; case dismissed pretrial |
| State of Ohio v. __________________ | Case dismissed at pretrial |
|---|---|
| State of Ohio v. ___________________ | All charges dismissed |
| State of Ohio v. _________________ | Drug Trafficking Charge Dismissed |
| State of Ohio v. ________________ | Third Degree Felony Burglary Dismissed |
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Thu Apr 12 2018
The BEST attorney you'll ever have..
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Thu Apr 12 2018
Attorney endorsements
(28)Holly Regoli, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 4, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Stone is highly respected in the community and I recommend him for your legal needs.
Elizabeth Osorio, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Adam is an experienced and thorough litigator who is not afraid to take a stand to protect his client's rights. Adam's range of experience makes him an adept and creative attorney.
Gregory Carter, Criminal defense Attorney on May 7, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Adam is one of the hardest working and most talented lawyers I know. His passion for justice is unmatched.
Erick Gracia, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 15, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Murad, Immigration Attorney on Mar 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Peter Marek, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Adam works hard for his clients. His knowledge of both the law and procedure is exemplary. Read his reviews, clients love him. His legal legacy continues to grow. It is clear that his clients are a priority. If you are in or near Bucyrus do yourself a favor and call him for a consultation.
Simon Kabzan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice.
Richard Rosenstein, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Stone is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients
Michael Goldstein, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Adam Stone and his highly qualified team have proven to be dedicated in protecting his clients constitutional rights. His firmly believes that each and every client deserves excellent representation when faced with a legal challenge. Anyone facing criminal charges in Crawford County, Ohio should call his office as soon as possible. I fully endorse him.
Alan Eisner, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Adam Stone is compassionate and dedicated to the service of his clients. His stellar reputation has been earned from both his clients and peers in the legal industry. I fully endorse him.
Julia Dolman, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 28, 2014
Relationship: Other
Adam Stone is a truly compassionate advocate for his clients. His extensive knowledge of the law is evidenced through his consistent contribution on Google+ of articles that are both insightful and informative. Adam stays at the forefront of the latest developments in criminal law in order to ensure the most successful results for each of his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this fellow attorney.
Ronald Hedding, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse attorney Adam Stone due to his track record of success in defending his clients. He provides excellent legal representation to each and every client and is dedicated to protecting their constitutional rights. He provides aggressive defense against any type of criminal or DUI offense and also provides legal service for business law or real estate law.
Brian Fishman, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"We always defend". Those are the first words you'll see when visiting Adam Stone's website. It speaks volumes about the character of this outstanding Crawford County, OH criminal defense attorney. No matter the crime, the power of the government or how uphill the battle appears, if Adam is in your corner, you have one of the most caring, compassionate and zealous advocates a client could hope for. You will not find a criminal defense attorney that cares more about his clients and protecting their constitutional rights than Adam Stone. The citizens of Crawford County, Ohio are lucky to have Mr. Stone should they need his services. I am lucky to have him as a colleague. And, I can not think of an attorney it gives me more pride to endorse. Adam is one-of-a-kind.
Steven Cron, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse attorney Adam Stone. His dedication to the success of his clients is unmatched. He is a respected member in the legal community.
Charles Rowland, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 13, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
The best. Simply the best! He is dedicated to his clients and being the best in his field
Dmitry Gorin, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Luke Rioux, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Adam is exactly the kind of lawyer that I respect. He is always willing to share his input on important legal issues and he often gives me a new way to think about issues in criminal law. I truly respect the practice he has built and the time he invests in improving the level of practice of others in the community.
Stacey Washington, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Adam is by far one of the hardest working criminal defense attorneys I've encountered. I know for a fact that he spends hours preparing his cases. He is insightful and very knowledgeable. He is also willing to give a hand to help his peers. I wouldn't hesitate to refer clients to him. Anyone facing criminal charges in Ohio will be well represented by Attorney Stone. I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Lawson, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Mr. Stone. From reading his reviews he is a caring dedicated advocate for his client. You are well-served with him on your side.
James Novak, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I connected with Adam Stone after reading one of the most compelling criminal defense articles written by an Attorney that I had ever read. His passion for protecting the constitutional rights of defendants and keeping his law oath of providing a qualified defense no matter what others may think, was compelling. He is an experienced, solid and astute criminal defense attorney who represents his clients with great skill and dignity. He supports his peers generously in the legal community social forums as well. I would promptly refer a case in his jurisdiction to his Law Firm. I fully endorse Adam Stone.
Cost
- Hourly Rates$150-$150/hour
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