Peters Kussmaul Crosier represents companies and owners in The Woodlands in mergers and acquisitions, formation and outside investment, contract negotiation and general counsel support, and commercial litigation. Matters range from a joint venture between established companies to a new restaurant's first company agreement.
The Woodlands is an unincorporated master-planned community north of Houston, with The Woodlands Township providing many local services. The area's economic development partnership focuses on energy, chemicals, biomanufacturing and companies seeking premium office space, and Town Center along The Woodlands Waterway draws shops and restaurants. Here the legal work tends to mean joint ventures, licensing and investment for life sciences companies, and the sale of local businesses.
Industries We Serve in The Woodlands
Corporate Offices
Vendor contracts, board and owner matters, and day-to-day legal support for companies based here. See outside general counsel.
Energy and Chemical Companies
Joint venture and supply agreements between companies, and acquisitions of energy and chemical businesses. See joint venture agreements.
Biomanufacturing
Contract manufacturing and quality agreements, technology licenses, and outside investment in growing companies. See manufacturing.
Restaurants and Retail
Owner agreements, supplier contracts, and the sale or purchase of a Town Center restaurant or shop. See hospitality.
How We Help Businesses in The Woodlands
Mergers and Acquisitions
Selling to private equity, membership interest purchases and broader M&A work on either side.
Contracts and General Counsel
Joint venture agreements, vendor contracts for corporate offices and outside general counsel support on a standing basis.
Formation and Investment
Entity formation, entity conversions for companies relocating to Texas and venture capital financing.
Commercial Litigation
Business fraud claims, promissory note and guaranty disputes and partnership disputes.
Business Disputes in The Woodlands
Most of The Woodlands is in Montgomery County, so business cases are usually filed in the Montgomery County district courts in Conroe; the Creekside Park area lies in Harris County, whose courts sit in downtown Houston. For federal cases, both counties are part of the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question that isn't answered here? Call us at (817) 631-8842 or send a message.
Ask a QuestionOur Woodlands chemical company sells under long-term supply contracts. What if our input costs spike?
It depends on the price terms: many contracts tie price to an index or allow periodic adjustments, but a cost increase alone rarely excuses performance, even under a force majeure clause. With fixed prices, add an adjustment mechanism at renewal. See supply contracts.
Our out-of-state company runs its main office in The Woodlands. Do we have to register in Texas?
Generally yes: an out-of-state company doing business in Texas must register with the Secretary of State, and until it does, it can't bring a lawsuit in Texas courts. Some companies convert to a Texas entity instead. See entity conversions.
Our Woodlands biomanufacturing startup is raising money. What will investors ask about our IP?
Whether the company, not its founders or a university, owns or has licensed its core technology. That means signed IP assignments from everyone who built it, contractors included, and a clear license for anything from a university lab. See startups and venture capital.
Other Areas We Serve
- Plano
- Southlake
- Addison
- Allen
- Arlington
- Carrollton
- Celina
- Colleyville
- Coppell
- Dallas
- Denton
- Flower Mound
- Fort Worth
- Frisco
- Garland
- Grand Prairie
- Grapevine
- Highland Park and University Park
- Irving
- Keller
- Lewisville
- Mansfield
- McKinney
- Prosper
- Richardson
- Rockwall
- Weatherford
- Austin
- Bryan-College Station
- Houston
- Katy
- Midland-Odessa
- Round Rock
- San Antonio
- Sugar Land
- Tyler
- Waco
What Sets Us Apart
At Peters Kussmaul Crosier PLLC, you aren’t just a number—you’re a valued partner. We take the time to understand your goals and challenges, working alongside you as trusted advisors to help navigate complexities and seize opportunities. Together, we ensure the success of your business ventures and build a foundation for long-term growth.
About Us

Our Practice Areas
- Business AcquisitionsWe represent buyers and sellers of Texas businesses, from the first letter of intent through closing and the handoff that follows.Learn More
- Startups, Entity Formation, and Venture CapitalWe help founders and owners form the right entity, set clear ownership terms, raise capital and keep their companies in good order as they grow.Learn More
- Business Counsel and ContractsWe act as outside counsel for established companies and handle the contracts a business signs every week, from vendor and customer agreements to franchise documents.Learn More
- Commercial Litigation and Dispute ResolutionWe resolve business disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration and trial, with a plan built around what the client needs from the outcome.Learn More
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