Legal Support
for Every Stage
of Your LLC

Legal Support for Every Stage of Your LLC

LLC Formation and Planning

Forming and maintaining a limited liability company (LLC) is one of the most effective ways to protect personal assets, establish clear ownership structures, and build a legally sound business. From drafting operating agreements to managing member changes, LLCs require thoughtful planning and ongoing legal support to function effectively.

Roquemore Skierski’s Dallas-based LLC lawyers work with business owners, entrepreneurs, and operators throughout Texas who are building, growing, and protecting their companies. Our clients are hands-on—they’re founders, partners, and professionals who want straightforward legal guidance built for real-world business challenges.

When we take on a matter, we bring clarity and direction. Whether you’re forming a new LLC, updating your operating agreement, or planning for a partner’s exit, we develop legal solutions that match your goals. We know what’s on the line—your time, your investment, and the future of your business—and we’re here to protect it.

Our Dallas LLC 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, 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

Attorney

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

Attorney

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.

Our breach of contract lawyers help businesses handle a wide contract disputes

Forming an LLC is a critical first step in protecting your personal assets and establishing a strong legal foundation for your business. Choosing the right entity type and structure can impact everything from taxes to liability and future growth. Our Dallas LLC lawyers guide business owners through the formation process—from selecting the best entity to filing with the state and drafting essential documents.

Creating a joint venture through an LLC can be a smart way for businesses to collaborate while limiting liability and clearly defining each party’s role. A well-drafted operating agreement is essential to avoid misunderstandings and protect both sides. Our Dallas LLC lawyers help clients structure joint ventures that align with their goals and ensure the legal groundwork is solid from day one.

LLCs can be an ideal structure for partnerships, combining the flexibility of a partnership with the liability protection of a corporation. By clearly outlining roles, responsibilities, and profit sharing in an operating agreement, partners can avoid future disputes and protect their interests. Our Dallas LLC lawyers help clients form and manage LLCs that serve as strong foundations for successful business partnerships.

An operating agreement is the cornerstone of any LLC—it defines ownership, management authority, profit distribution, voting rights, and exit procedures. Without one, your business may be subject to default state laws that don’t reflect your intent. Our Dallas LLC lawyers draft tailored operating agreements that protect your interests and provide long-term clarity for your business.

As businesses grow, it’s common to add or remove members, transfer ownership interests, or restructure internal roles. Without proper documentation, these changes can lead to confusion, disputes, or legal exposure. Our Dallas LLC lawyers help clients manage membership changes smoothly and in compliance with their operating agreement and state law.

Keeping your LLC in good standing requires more than just formation—it involves ongoing compliance with state filings, recordkeeping, and internal governance. Overlooking these obligations can lead to penalties or even loss of liability protection. Our Dallas LLC lawyers provide proactive support to help business owners stay compliant and maintain a solid legal foundation year after year.

Planning for a member’s exit—whether through retirement, sale, or unexpected events—is key to protecting the business and remaining owners. A well-crafted buy-sell agreement outlines how ownership changes will be handled, reducing the risk of disputes and disruption. Our Dallas LLC lawyers help clients build exit strategies into their operating agreements to ensure smooth transitions and long-term stability.

Closing an LLC requires more than just stopping operations—it involves legal steps to properly wind down, settle debts, and distribute remaining assets. Mishandling the process can expose members to ongoing liability or tax issues. Our Dallas LLC lawyers guide business owners through voluntary dissolution with a focus on compliance, clarity, and clean closure.