Outside general counsel for closely held and family-owned businesses — from startup through succession.
Keiser Law provides general counsel services to closely held businesses — companies with fewer than five equity owners — and family-owned enterprises across Texas and beyond. Rather than billing by the crisis, Jeffrey works as a strategic partner, helping business owners anticipate issues, structure transactions, and make decisions that serve the long-term health of both the company and the family behind it.
Whether you are forming your first entity, acquiring a competitor, resolving an ownership dispute, or planning to hand the business to the next generation, Keiser Law brings over 25 years of legal and executive experience to the table.
The structure you choose at the outset shapes everything that follows — how you are taxed, how you manage risk, how decisions are made, and how you eventually exit. Keiser Law guides business owners through the evaluation and formation of LLCs, corporations (C-Corp and S-Corp), partnerships (general, limited, and LLP), and sole proprietorships. We also advise on restructuring existing entities when the original structure no longer fits the needs of the business.
Buying or selling a business is one of the most consequential decisions an owner will make. Keiser Law provides advisory services throughout the M&A process — from initial evaluation and due diligence through deal structuring, negotiation, and post-closing integration. The experience Jeffrey brings from leading acquisitions as both an attorney and an executive means you get counsel that understands not just the legal mechanics, but how a deal will play out operationally.
Every business owner will leave their business eventually — the question is whether the transition happens strategically or reactively. Keiser Law helps owners design and implement succession plans that protect the business, the family, and the financial interests of the owner. This includes structuring ownership transfers, creating buy-sell agreements, coordinating with estate planning professionals, and advising on the tax implications of various transition strategies including ESOP structures.
Contracts are the backbone of every business relationship. Keiser Law drafts, reviews, and negotiates a wide range of commercial agreements — from vendor and customer contracts to lease agreements, service arrangements, and partnership terms. The goal is always to protect your interests while maintaining the business relationships that drive your company forward. Jeffrey has direct experience correcting contract risks that prevented six-figure losses per project for multiple clients.
Good governance is not just for large corporations — it is especially important when a small group of owners controls the business. Keiser Law advises on operating agreements, bylaws, board structures, voting rights, and decision-making frameworks that prevent disputes and keep the business running smoothly. When disputes do arise over equity, control, or direction, Jeffrey helps resolve them with a focus on preserving both the business and the relationship.
What happens when an owner wants out, becomes disabled, or passes away? Without a clear buy-sell agreement, the answer is often chaos. Keiser Law drafts and structures buy-sell agreements that define how ownership interests can be transferred, establish valuation methods, and protect both departing and remaining owners. These agreements are essential for any business with more than one owner.
Disagreements between business owners can threaten the survival of the company. Keiser Law helps resolve equity ownership disputes through negotiation, mediation, and strategic restructuring — always with the goal of finding a resolution that preserves value for all parties involved. The approach Jeffrey takes is pragmatic and business-focused, not adversarial. Keiser Law does not handle litigation but works closely with litigation counsel when necessary.
The tax implications of business decisions — from entity selection to profit distribution to ownership transitions — are significant and often misunderstood. Keiser Law provides tax guidance in the context of business structuring, helping owners understand how their choices affect their bottom line. Jeffrey works collaboratively with CPAs and tax professionals to ensure that legal strategy and tax strategy are aligned. This is not tax preparation — it is strategic tax-informed legal counsel.
Keiser Law is built for a specific kind of client — business owners who need a trusted legal advisor who understands both the law and the realities of running a company.
Entrepreneurs forming their first entity and laying the legal foundation for growth.
Multi-generational companies planning succession, managing governance, or navigating growth.
Businesses with fewer than five equity owners who need sophisticated counsel without big-firm overhead.
Every business is different. Book a consultation to talk through your specific needs and how Keiser Law can help.