Arlington Shareholder Dispute Lawyers

Shareholder conflict is a governance problem before it becomes a lawsuit. It starts with questions about who may authorize transactions, how information flows to owners, and which remedies are available when confidence breaks down. The right plan restores operational stability first, then uses a precise reading of the governing documents and Texas law to move the matter toward a business-focused resolution.

Whether it’s a conflict between shareholders, allegations of misrepresentation, or a violation of securities regulations, these matters demand careful handling and a firm grasp of corporate law.

Roquemore Skierski’s Arlington shareholder dispute lawyers represent business owners, executives, and minority shareholders across Texas in high-stakes disputes. Our clients are actively involved in their companies; they’re founders, investors, and partners who need legal guidance that’s precise, proactive, and designed to protect ownership and value.

When we take on a case, we bring clarity and direction. Whether you’re enforcing your rights as a shareholder or defending your business against securities claims, we develop legal strategies grounded in experience and built for impact. We understand what’s at stake; your equity, your voice, and your future, and we fight to protect it.

What responsible shareholders should do when a dispute occurs

When disagreements arise among owners, shareholders should take a calm, document centered approach. Confirm who has authority to sign with banks and major vendors, and check payroll and payables schedules so obligations continue without interruption. Put extraordinary transactions on hold until the governing documents are analyzed. At the same time, compile a dated set of minutes, consents, cap table updates, stock ledgers, and any agreements that affect voting, transfers, or buy sell mechanics. This method protects the operating rhythm of the company and produces a reliable chronology that supports negotiation, targeted court relief, or a structured buyout.

How your shareholder agreement and company bylaws will shape the next steps

Your shareholder agreement and company bylaws will control how the dispute proceeds, set thresholds for extraordinary actions, and describe rights of first refusal or transfer limits. They also explain quorum, notice, director elections, and buy sell triggers if separation is required. Read the operative clauses carefully and align each decision with the text. Roquemore Skierski regularly reviews these documents and will use them to build leverage and a sequence of steps that moves the matter toward a practical outcome.

Court measures that keep the business steady while issues are evaluated

Texas law provides interim remedies that maintain the status quo while facts are organized. Temporary restraining orders and temporary injunctions can pause asset transfers, protect customer lists and inventory, and preserve banking authority while the court reviews the record. If information is withheld, courts may order inspection or a focused accounting so cash movement and related party transactions can be tested on complete data. In limited situations involving deadlock or credible misuse, a narrowly tailored receivership may protect the enterprise while the dispute is resolved.

Choosing between direct and derivative claims in a closely held company

Direct claims address harm to the shareholder, such as loss of voting rights, improper removal from a board seat, or blocked distributions. Derivative claims address harm to the company, including insider overpayments, diversion of opportunities, or misuse of funds, with recovery going to the company. Texas courts may streamline some steps for closely held entities so relief can be delivered efficiently. Many disputes resolve through governance corrections, repayment, adjusted distributions, or a buyout priced under agreed valuation terms, with court orders used if negotiations stall.

Turning stalemate into movement through valuation and buyout mechanics

Resolution often follows once valuation and terms are defined clearly. If agreements specify valuation inputs, notice, funding, and security interests, follow those procedures and record each step. If not, build a framework that sets a measuring period, selects neutral financial reviewers, and defines transition services so operations remain stable. A timeline that includes information exchange, preliminary pricing, and closing mechanics turns positions into an executable plan.

Texas blue sky rules that can influence leverage in owner disputes

Private offerings must either be registered or fit an exemption. Many companies rely on a federal exemption that still requires a short Texas notice filing and fee after the first in state sale. Missed filings or incomplete disclosures can give investors rescission or damages claims, which affects price and leverage in a buyout. Review the cap table, subscription documents, Form D, and Texas notices at the outset so issues are priced into negotiations.

How we move shareholder disputes toward durable business outcomes

Our work stays aligned with your operational goals. We determine the operating picture, rely on governing documents for direction, and seek proportionate court relief when it protects value. We always focus discovery on decision points and shape settlement options that preserve customers and teams. If a trial is necessary, you can trust our experience and leadership to produce a fact-first strategy so court can see how your dispute has damaged company operations.

our Arlington Shareholder Dispute lawyers

Kelvin Roquemore

Founding Partner

Kelvin Roquemore is a Founding Partner of Roquemore Skierski, specializing in business and commercial litigation, with experience in business transactions, complex litigation, M&A, and commercial real estate. With over 25 years of in-house counsel and business litigation experience, he brings a strategic approach to supporting owner-operated small and medium-sized enterprises.

Doug Skierski

Founding Partner

Doug Skierski is a Founding Partner of Roquemore Skierski, and is an A/V-rated attorney with over 20 years of experience in bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, receiverships, and commercial litigation. He holds a J.D. from Southern Methodist University School of Law and has a strong background in complex commercial litigation and arbitration.

D. Shawn Stevens

Of Counsel

Dennis Shawn Stevens is a member of Roquemore Skierski with over 20 years of experience representing clients in business litigation, commercial disputes, and insurance-related claims. He holds a J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center and advises businesses on matters involving breach of contract, construction conflicts, and complex commercial torts.

Mark Ivanyo

Of Counsel

Mark Ivanyo has experience in complex commercial litigation, including contract disputes, product liability, and premises-related claims. He has experience representing businesses in state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration and administration. Mark holds a J.D. from South Texas College of Law and holds a B.B.A. in Management from Texas State University.

Alyssa Grissom

Paralegal

Alysa S. Grissom is a paralegal at Roquemore Skierski and is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization—an achievement held by fewer than 400 paralegals statewide. She holds an A.A. in Government, an A.A.S. in Paralegal Studies from Austin Community College, and a B.A. in Business, magna cum laude, from Concordia University Texas.