Business Details
Trusted Legal Solutions for Austin Businesses
Richards Rodriguez & Skeith is an Austin-based law firm dedicated to providing practical legal solutions for growing businesses. With over 300 years of combined legal experience, we specialize in serving mid-sized businesses across Central Texas. Our approach centers on building strong partnerships with clients, emphasizing clear communication, ethical practices, and personalized service. We prioritize understanding the unique needs of business owners to deliver tailored legal strategies that protect their interests and foster growth. Our commitment extends beyond client relationships to active community involvement, supporting local organizations and initiatives.The firm's attorneys bring deep expertise in business law, litigation, corporate transactions, and employment matters. Our team structure ensures clients receive direct access to experienced attorneys who understand their operations and objectives. We focus on proactive problem-solving to minimize litigation risks while maintaining the capability to advocate effectively in court when necessary. Our practice areas span business structuring, intellectual property protection, contract negotiations, and employment law compliance. We pride ourselves on balancing professional excellence with a commitment to family, community, and ethical standards.
Services
Business Litigation
Corporate Law
Employment Law
Intellectual Property
Real Estate Law
Highlights and features
- We offer over 300 years of combined legal experience serving Central Texas businesses
- Our client-focused approach emphasizes clear communication and personalized service
- We maintain active community involvement and ethical business practices
- Our comprehensive services cover all aspects of business law and litigation
- We provide direct access to experienced attorneys who understand client operations
What people say
Excellent legal representation
Highly responsive team
Personalized service approach
Deep legal expertise
Effective problem-solving
Services
Business Litigation
Our business litigation team represents clients in complex legal disputes including contract conflicts, partnership disagreements, and commercial litigation. We focus on achieving practical business solutions through negotiation, mediation, or courtroom advocacy when necessary. Our attorneys have extensive experience in state and federal courts handling cases involving breach of contract, fiduciary duties, and business torts.
Corporate and Securities
We provide comprehensive corporate law services covering entity formation, governance, mergers and acquisitions, and securities compliance. Our attorneys assist businesses with corporate structuring, private equity transactions, and regulatory compliance. We help companies navigate complex corporate matters from formation through growth and eventual exit strategies.
Employment Law
Our employment law practice covers workplace compliance, policy development, and dispute resolution. We advise employers on wage and hour regulations, discrimination prevention, and employee relations. The team handles employment contract negotiations, non-compete agreements, and represents clients in employment litigation matters before administrative agencies and courts.
Intellectual Property
We help businesses protect their intellectual property assets through trademarks, patents, and copyright registrations. Our services include IP audits, licensing agreements, and enforcement of IP rights. We represent clients in intellectual property disputes involving infringement claims, trade secrets, and technology transfer agreements.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers commercial transactions, leasing, and property disputes. We assist with purchase agreements, lease negotiations, and title issues. The team represents clients in real estate litigation matters including contract disputes, landlord-tenant conflicts, and eminent domain proceedings.
People
Dan Richards
Founding Partner
Experienced business attorney with extensive expertise in corporate transactions and business litigation. Focuses on providing practical legal solutions for growing companies.
David Rodriguez
Founding Partner
Specializes in mergers and acquisitions, tax law, and business succession planning. Provides strategic legal guidance for business owners and executives.
Paul Skeith
Founding Partner
Corporate law specialist with deep experience in business structuring and securities compliance. Advises companies on governance and regulatory matters.
Tonia Lucio
Attorney
Focuses on employment law and intellectual property protection. Represents businesses in compliance matters and IP asset management.
Albert Carrion
Attorney
Handles corporate transactions and business litigation matters. Provides legal counsel on contract disputes and commercial agreements.
Questions
What areas of law does Richards Rodriguez & Skeith specialize in?
We focus on business and transactional law, corporate securities, employment law, intellectual property, real estate, and business litigation.
Do you work with small and mid-sized businesses?
Yes, we specialize in serving mid-sized businesses and provide tailored legal solutions for growing companies.
How do you handle business contract disputes?
Our attorneys help clients resolve contract disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation when necessary, focusing on practical business solutions.
Can you assist with business succession planning?
Yes, we help business owners prepare for succession and exit strategies to maximize value and ensure smooth transitions.
What employment law services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive employment law services including compliance, policy development, dispute resolution, and litigation representation.
