Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Stone
About Jeffrey D. Stone
Jeffrey D. Stone is a lawyer based in Des Moines, IA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2017. Jeffrey D. Stone is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
Current Firm: Whitfield & Eddy PLC
Education: Drake University, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Des Moines, IA
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