Inside the city’s medical-technology corridor and the revitalized downtown square, commercial life depends on written understandings about payment intervals, delivery standards, and project milestones. If an invoice goes unpaid or a shipment arrives below spec, those written terms move to the foreground. Production teams reshuffle schedules, finance departments adjust cash-flow forecasts, and allied vendors begin to wonder whether their own receivables remain safe. When owners recognize these early signals and seek advice, they often keep disagreement from hardening into full-scale litigation.
McKinney Practice Areas
Business & Commercial Litigation Lawyers
McKinney Business & Commercial Litigation Lawyers
Business litigation involves resolving legal disputes between businesses, or between businesses and individuals, through court proceedings, encompassing a wide range of issues like contract breaches, intellectual property disputes, and breaches of fiduciary duty.
Roquemore Skierski’s business and commercial litigation lawyers work with business owners, executives, and stakeholders throughout Texas who are facing serious legal challenges. Our clients are hands-on; entrepreneurs, professionals, and founders who are deeply involved in their companies and need legal advice that’s sharp, strategic, and focused on results.
When we take on a case, we bring clarity and direction. Whether you’re defending your business or going on the offensive to protect what’s yours, we build legal strategies that make sense in the real world. We know what’s on the line; your time, your money, your reputation, and the future of your business, and we fight to protect it.
Why Roquemore Skiersi Is Trusted for Litigation
Trial‑Hardened Counsel
Our lead attorneys average 20 years in Texas state and federal courts, with verdicts exceeding $100M in combined judgments.
Industry Insight
From manufacturing to technology, we understand the operational realities and regulatory pressures unique to your vertical.
Relentless Preparation
Early case assessment, laser‑focused discovery, and decisive motion practice maximize leverage before trial.
How Do Business Disputes Commonly Start in McKinney?
Which Commercial Claims Reach Collin County Courts Most Often?
Court dockets in McKinney reveal several patterns. Partnership and shareholder petitions appear when co-owners adopt different ideas about future growth, prompting questions of voting strength or distribution timing. Trade-secret and non-compete suits arise when experienced employees leave for a competitor and take specialized know-how with them. Allegations of fraud or unfair dealing often follow joint ventures that fail to meet the forecasts shared during negotiations. Beneath these headline matters flows a steady stream of contract cases—ranging from construction delays near U.S. 380 to cloud-software rollouts for health-care systems—that ask judges to enforce precise performance promises.
Why E-Discovery Strategy Matters to McKinney Companies
Most modern business disputes are proven or disproven through electronic information. Email threads, cloud archives, mobile chats, and project-management dashboards reveal decisions, timelines, and damages. Roquemore Skierski’s lead trial lawyer holds advanced credentials in e-discovery and designs data-collection plans that secure essential records without disrupting daily work. Litigation-hold notices go out as soon as a claim is reasonably anticipated, preserving metadata that authenticates documents. Phased production requests, custodian interviews based on job function rather than title, and technology-assisted review keep the data set manageable, which controls cost and accelerates preparation for mediation, arbitration, or trial.
What Recent McKinney Decisions Tell Local Businesses
In June 2025 a Collin County jury awarded a $2.5 million judgment in Cause No. 199-05058-2021, underscoring the willingness of local courts to grant substantial damages when contract promises are documented and presented clearly. One month later the Fifth Court of Appeals partially reversed and partially affirmed a temporary injunction in Kenneth Wolfe v. Wolfe Madewell after finding that parts of the order failed to meet Rule 683’s specificity requirements, a reminder that procedural precision can reshape relief even when substantive claims survive. Together these rulings highlight two lessons: detailed documentation wins credibility with juries, and courts will scrutinize early injunctions for strict compliance with procedural rules.
How Roquemore Skierski Protects Your Interests in McKinney
Our representation begins with a close reading of every operative document, mapping notice provisions, arbitration clauses, and fee-shifting language that can create early leverage. When urgent relief is needed, we prepare injunction applications that safeguard cash, inventory, or proprietary data and support them with concise affidavits tailored to local judicial expectations. Discovery plans reflect the breadth of today’s digital evidence, pairing forensic specialists with focused legal requests that keep expenses proportional. If private resolution matches your objectives, we guide matters toward mediation or arbitration to minimize publicity and shorten timelines. Should a courtroom become the right venue, streamlined expert testimony, well-timed motions, and a clear narrative translate complex transactions into themes that resonate with judges and juries. Throughout each phase, Roquemore Skierski aligns litigation strategy with long-term business goals, allowing McKinney enterprises to protect their interests while continuing to grow.
our McKinney business litigation 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.
Ajna S. Wilson
Of Counsel
Ajna Sharma Wilson is a litigator focused on civil and business law, including lien trials, AMA rating analysis, business formation, and real estate disputes. She represents employers and individual clients in state and federal trial courts. Ajna holds a J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law and a B.A. in International Studies from the University of California, Irvine.
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.
Our McKinney business litigation lawyers help businesses handle a wide range of litigation cases
- Business & Commercial Litigation
Business and commercial litigation involves resolving disputes that arise in the course of business operations, including breach of contract, partnership conflicts, and commercial torts. These matters can significantly impact a company’s finances, reputation, and future. Our business litigation lawyers represent clients in state and federal courts, offering strategic counsel and aggressive advocacy to protect their commercial interests.
Breach of contract occurs when one party fails to uphold its obligations under a legally binding agreement, leading to financial or operational harm. These disputes can involve vendors, clients, partners, or employees. Our business litigation lawyers help clients enforce contracts, recover damages, and resolve breach-related conflicts efficiently and effectively.
A breach of partnership agreement occurs when one partner fails to meet their obligations under the terms of a partnership contract, leading to conflict and potential financial loss. These disputes often involve profit sharing, management duties, or business decisions. Our business litigation lawyers help partners enforce their rights and resolve breaches to protect the integrity and future of the business.
Common business contracts include employment agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), service agreements, and sales contracts, each serving a specific purpose in business operations. Sometimes, a breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill their obligations as outlined in a legally binding agreement, which can lead to significant legal and financial consequences. Our business litigation lawyers help enforce deals and resolve breaches to protect the bottom line of your business.
Construction litigation involves disputes over contracts, delays, defects, payment, and performance on construction projects. These cases often include issues related to mechanics liens, contractor claims, and project scope disagreements. Our business litigation lawyers represent property owners, contractors, and developers in resolving construction disputes efficiently and enforcing or defending against lien claims.
Commercial real estate litigation involves disputes over property ownership, leases, purchase agreements, zoning, and development issues. These cases can significantly impact business operations and property value. Our business litigation lawyers represent landlords, investors, and developers in resolving complex commercial real estate disputes through litigation, negotiation, or arbitration.
Partnership disputes often arise from disagreements over control, profit sharing, roles, or long-term business direction—issues that can quickly escalate and jeopardize the future of the company. Whether it’s a breach of a partnership agreement, a breakdown in trust, or a deadlock in decision-making, these conflicts demand swift, strategic legal intervention. Our business litigation lawyers represent landlords, investors, and developers in resolving complex commercial real estate disputes through litigation, negotiation, or arbitration.
Our McKinney business litigation lawyers help businesses handle a wide range of litigation cases
- Business & Commercial Litigation
Business and commercial litigation involves resolving disputes that arise in the course of business operations, including breach of contract, partnership conflicts, and commercial torts. These matters can significantly impact a company’s finances, reputation, and future. Our Dallas business litigation lawyers represent clients in state and federal courts, offering strategic counsel and aggressive advocacy to protect their commercial interests.
Breach of contract occurs when one party fails to uphold its obligations under a legally binding agreement, leading to financial or operational harm. These disputes can involve vendors, clients, partners, or employees. Our Dallas business litigation lawyers help clients enforce contracts, recover damages, and resolve breach-related conflicts efficiently and effectively.
A breach of partnership agreement occurs when one partner fails to meet their obligations under the terms of a partnership contract, leading to conflict and potential financial loss. These disputes often involve profit sharing, management duties, or business decisions. Our Dallas business litigation lawyers help partners enforce their rights and resolve breaches to protect the integrity and future of the business.
Common business contracts include employment agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), service agreements, and sales contracts, each serving a specific purpose in business operations. Sometimes, a breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill their obligations as outlined in a legally binding agreement, which can lead to significant legal and financial consequences. Our Dallas business litigation lawyers help enforce deals and resolve breaches to protect the bottom line of your business.
Construction litigation involves disputes over contracts, delays, defects, payment, and performance on construction projects. These cases often include issues related to mechanics liens, contractor claims, and project scope disagreements. Our Dallas business litigation lawyers represent property owners, contractors, and developers in resolving construction disputes efficiently and enforcing or defending against lien claims.
Commercial real estate litigation involves disputes over property ownership, leases, purchase agreements, zoning, and development issues. These cases can significantly impact business operations and property value. Our Dallas business litigation lawyers represent landlords, investors, and developers in resolving complex commercial real estate disputes through litigation, negotiation, or arbitration.
Partnership disputes often arise from disagreements over control, profit sharing, roles, or long-term business direction—issues that can quickly escalate and jeopardize the future of the company. Whether it’s a breach of a partnership agreement, a breakdown in trust, or a deadlock in decision-making, these conflicts demand swift, strategic legal intervention. Our Dallas business litigation lawyers represent landlords, investors, and developers in resolving complex commercial real estate disputes through litigation, negotiation, or arbitration.
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Need Help From a Business Litigation Lawyer?
Roquemore Skierski serves as a trusted legal partner to businesses at every stage of growth. Our experienced business litigation attorneys understand the complexities companies face and provide practical, strategic counsel to help navigate disputes and protect business interests. As your litigation lawyer, we bring a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence.
We combine deep legal knowledge with a personalized approach, tailoring solutions to meet the specific needs of each client. Our focus is on safeguarding your business and supporting long-term success in an increasingly competitive environment.
Disputes with partners, banks, or other businesses can put everything you’ve worked for at risk. If your business is facing a legal challenge, reach out today to schedule a confidential consultation. We’re here to stand with you and guide the way forward.
We combine deep legal knowledge with a personalized approach, tailoring solutions to meet the specific needs of each client. Our focus is on safeguarding your business and supporting long-term success in an increasingly competitive environment.
Disputes with partners, banks, or other businesses can put everything you’ve worked for at risk. If your business is facing a legal challenge, reach out today to schedule a confidential consultation. We’re here to stand with you and guide the way forward.
proudly serving McKinney and the surrounding area
While our business litigation attorneys are based in downtown Dallas, we proudly serve business owners in the McKinney area, including in Anna, Melissa, Parker, and beyond. 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.