Richard S. Stockton
About Richard S. Stockton
Richard S. Stockton is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Richard S. Stockton is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Banner & Witcoff LTD
Education: University of Illinois College of Law, J.D., graduated 2000
Location: Chicago, IL
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