Stephen J. Dragich
About Stephen J. Dragich
Stephen J. Dragich is a Partner at Schiff Hardin LLP, where he serves on the Executive Committee and leads the Corporate and Securities Practice Group.
Company
Stephen J. Dragich has been with Schiff Hardin LLP since 1983, marking a long-standing tenure that began immediately after he completed his Doctor of Jurisprudence. As a Partner at the firm, he holds several key roles, including serving as a member of the Executive Committee and leading the Corporate and Securities Practice Group. Schiff Hardin LLP, located in Chicago, Illinois, benefits from his extensive expertise in corporate law and securities regulation.
Title
Stephen J. Dragich holds multiple leadership positions at Schiff Hardin LLP. As a Partner, he is a member of the Executive Committee and leads the Corporate and Securities Practice Group, providing strategic direction and managing key client relationships. His leadership roles keep him at the forefront of corporate law and securities practice within the firm.
Education and Expertise
Stephen J. Dragich completed his Doctor of Jurisprudence at the University of Illinois College of Law from 1980 to 1983. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 1976 to 1980. His educational background laid a solid foundation for his extensive career in corporate law, with a specific focus on mergers and acquisitions, governance, and securities regulation.
Background
With over 35 years of experience in corporate law, Stephen J. Dragich has built a distinguished career at Schiff Hardin LLP. He joined the firm immediately after obtaining his Doctor of Jurisprudence in 1983. Over the years, he has specialized in mergers and acquisitions, playing a pivotal role in numerous high-stakes transactions. Additionally, he has committed himself to mentoring junior associates, sharing his knowledge and experience to guide the next generation of legal professionals.
Achievements
Stephen J. Dragich is recognized for his significant contributions to legal publications on corporate governance and securities regulation, enhancing the field with his insights and expertise. His role as a mentor to junior associates and his participation in the Executive Committee at Schiff Hardin LLP underscore his dedication to his profession and his influence in shaping the practice of corporate law at his firm.