TEXAS BASED · GLOBAL REACH

Protecting Dreams, Closing Deals

Empowering Franchisees, International Traders, and Texas Entrepreneurs with Business-Minded Counsel

Close Your Deals With Confidence with Reidel Law Firm

5.0 Star Google Reviews

12 Years of Service

Former Chairman, Business Law Section, Texas State Bar

WHAT WE DO

Three Practice Areas, One Standard of Counsel

A boutique firm purpose-built for franchisees, importers, exporters, and Texas entrepreneurs. Every engagement is flat fee.

Franchisees · Franchisors · Consultants

Franchise Law

Explain responsibilities, roles, and expectations in Franchise Agreements
Cap personal guarantees, limit liquidated damages, narrow non-competes for franchisees
Guide growth from a single unit to 25+ units in the U.S. for an international franchisor
Negotiate master franchise agreements internationally
Counsel on system compliance

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Importers · Exporters · Brokers

International Trade Law

Secured negotiated release for seized imports
Ensured import compliance for client products and lowered tariffs
Advised on U.S. product import compliance
Negotiated minimized penalties and fines for trade violations
Structured international trade deals to protect clients from risk of loss

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Owners · Entrepreneurs

Texas Business Law

Assisted owners in exit strategies and maximizing the value of their business
Advised and formed structured Texas entities
Drafted and negotiated purchase agreements, employment contracts, supplier contracts, leases, operating agreements, and JV agreements
Mediated and negotiated business deals and disputes to avoid litigation

Build Your Texas Business Foundation

READY TO MOVE

Skip the Consult

We've packaged the work most clients actually need — flat fee, fully scoped, no discovery call required. Pick the path that matches your situation.

I'm a franchisee or franchisor I'm importing or exporting I am buying or selling a Texas business

HOW WE HELP

Pick the package. Get to work.

Every engagement is flat fee, fully scoped, and ready to start. No discovery calls required — sign up, send your documents, and we begin.

Most Chosen

FOR PROSPECTIVE FRANCHISEES

FDD Review

If a franchisor just handed you a 300-page FDD and a decision date, this is what you need.

10–12 page plain-English summary review with specific clauses cited
Background search on the franchisor and key leadership
Direct calls and emails with your franchise attorney
Coaching through any modification requests you send
Access to two on-demand courses: Negotiation + FDD Review Mastery

$1,999

Flat fee · 5-day turnaround

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FOR TEXAS BUYERS & SELLERS

Business Sale / Purchase

If you're buying or selling a Texas business and want a closed deal without paying $20K+ in hourly fees.

Purchase agreement drafting or review
Entity formation, when needed
Term sheet / MOU counsel during negotiation
Due diligence request preparation and response
General counsel and legal advice throughout the deal

$2,999

Flat fee · All-in

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FOR FRANCHISEES READY TO LEAVE

Franchise Exit

If your franchise agreement isn't working anymore and you need someone who's negotiated dozens of exits.

Thorough review of your Franchise Agreement and related documents
Direct exit negotiation with your franchisor
Calls and emails to address questions as they come up
General business and franchise counsel during your exit

$2,499

Flat fee · No hourly billing

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FOR IMPORTERS & EXPORTERS

Import / Export Compliance Memo

If you're shipping product across a US border and need answers on HTS codes, licensing, and FDA / EPA / BIS requirements.

Custom import/export process checklist and memo for your product
HTS classification and licensing analysis (FDA, EPA, CPSC, BIS, as needed)
Product packaging and ingredient compliance review
Calls and emails during the engagement

$2,499

Flat fee · 10+ years of trade experience

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WHAT FOLKS SAY

Client Voices

Counsel that closes deals — in their words.

OUR TEAM

Meet Rocky

Schuyler 'Rocky' Reidel

Managing Attorney

I am Schuyler 'Rocky' Reidel, the managing attorney and founder of Reidel Law Firm. I am often found around the world traveling for business events and assisting clients. If I am not in Texas, I am most likely to be found in Panama, the United Arab Emirates, or Zambia.

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