Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers handle a wide range of matters and disputes:
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Dallas Food and Beverage Industry Lawyers
Food, beverage, and agribusiness companies grow by locking in dependable supply contracts, building strong distribution partnerships, and completing acquisitions that expand capacity and market reach. A breakdown in a vendor agreement, a partnership dispute, or a poorly structured transaction can drain margins, stall production lines, and shake investor confidence.
Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers guide producers, bottlers, craft brewers, quick-service franchisors, and other companies throughout the business lifecycle. We draft and enforce B2B supply and co-packing agreements, negotiate equipment purchases and leases, structure transactions, and resolve ownership deadlock so management can stay focused on growth and customer demand.
Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers guide producers, bottlers, craft brewers, quick-service franchisors, and other companies throughout the business lifecycle. We draft and enforce B2B supply and co-packing agreements, negotiate equipment purchases and leases, structure transactions, and resolve ownership deadlock so management can stay focused on growth and customer demand.
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Kelvin Roquemore
Founding Partner
Kelvin Roquemore is a Founding Partner of Roquemore Skierski, specializing in business and commercial litigation, with experience in business transactions, 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.
Shawn Stevens
Senior Associate
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
Associate
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.
Franchisees or distributors who encroach on protected territories dilute sales and devalue brands. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers enforce exclusivity, territorial, and non-compete provisions in court and arbitration.
Late deliveries, ingredient shortages, or exclusive-territory breaches can erase margins and empty shelves. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers enforce and defend manufacturing, co-packing, and distribution agreements to keep products flowing.
Post-closing disputes over contingent payments, quality-of-earnings, or reps and warranties can stall integration. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers litigate and negotiate resolution to keep transactions on track.
Equity splits, exit rights, and control of recipes or IP often spark founder or investor litigation. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers resolve buyouts, deadlock, and fiduciary-breach claims to protect enterprise value.
Quality failures or missed volume targets can upend retail relationships. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers draft, negotiate, and litigate co-manufacturing and private-label contracts to protect production capacity and brand reputation.
Bridge loans, convertible notes, and equity raises can devolve into disputes over covenants or dilution. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers protect issuers and investors when funding agreements sour.
Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers handle a wide range of matters and disputes:
Franchisees or distributors who encroach on protected territories dilute sales and devalue brands. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers enforce exclusivity, territorial, and non-compete provisions in court and arbitration.
Late deliveries, ingredient shortages, or exclusive-territory breaches can erase margins and empty shelves. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers enforce and defend manufacturing, co-packing, and distribution agreements to keep products flowing.
Post-closing disputes over contingent payments, quality-of-earnings, or reps and warranties can stall integration. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers litigate and negotiate resolution to keep transactions on track.
Equity splits, exit rights, and control of recipes or IP often spark founder or investor litigation. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers resolve buyouts, deadlock, and fiduciary-breach claims to protect enterprise value.
Quality failures or missed volume targets can upend retail relationships. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers draft, negotiate, and litigate co-manufacturing and private-label contracts to protect production capacity and brand reputation.
Bridge loans, convertible notes, and equity raises can devolve into disputes over covenants or dilution. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers protect issuers and investors when funding agreements sour.
Need Help with a Food and beverage industry Matter?
Lost shelf space, recall headlines, or a stalled acquisition can ripple through the entire value chain. If your food or beverage business faces a contract breach, brand-threatening lawsuit, or partner dispute, contact us for a confidential consultation. Our Dallas food and beverage lawyers stand ready to defend your brand, secure your supply chain, and drive your growth forward.
proudly serving Dallas and the surrounding area
While our business litigation attorneys are based in Dallas, we proudly serve clients in and around Dallas, Arlington, Denton, Fort Worth, Frisco, McKinney, Plano, and the surrounding area. Whether your company is facing a contract dispute, partnership conflict, or other commercial challenge, we deliver strategic counsel and strong representation across the DFW Metroplex.