Mr. Stone is a native Floridian who grew up in Stuart and is a co-founding partner of the Law Offices of Stone & Capobianco, P.L. Prior to starting his own firm, Mr. Stone began his career as an Assistant State Attorney in the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit serving Saint Lucie, Martin, Okeechobee and Indian River Counties, where he gained extensive trial experience in the prosecution of criminal cases.
Following his employment at the State Attorney’s Office, he worked as an associate attorney for Willie E. Gary at the prestigious law firm of Gary, Williams, Finney, Lewis, Watson and Sperando, in Stuart, acquiring knowledge in personal injury and civil litigation.
Jerome is deeply committed and dedicated to the well-being of children and families, particularly in the areas of education. For this reason, he formed a non-profit agency on the Treasure Coast in 2005 to help provide low income housing and educational support.
Additionally, Jerome has volunteered for the Martin County High School football coaching staff since 2008 as their quarterback coach.
Jerome resides in Port Saint Lucie with his wife and children.
Bar Admissions:
- Florida Bar
- U.S. District Court for Middle District of Florida
- U.S. District Court for Southern District of Florida
Education:
- Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law, J.D.
- Missouri Southern State College, B.S.
- Highland Community College, A.A
- Former Captain, Florida Army National Guard (15 years)
- Licensed Realtor
Lectures/Presentations:
- Keiser University, Port Saint Lucie, FL
- Treasure Coast High School, Port Saint Lucie, FL
- Martin County High School, Stuart, FL
Professional Associations:
- NBA Certified Player Agent
- Founder, SHED (Stone Housing Education and Development)
- Advisory Board of Directors, Children’s home Society of Florida Treasure Coast
- Criminal Justice Advisory Board, Saint Lucie County School District