Manufacturing

The manufacturing industry is the backbone of the Dallas-Fort Worth economy. From aerospace and automotive to consumer goods and electronics, the manufacturing sector powers innovation, jobs, and economic growth. However, manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors face a range of legal challenges, from navigating complex contracts to resolving disputes and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Our attorneys provide tailored legal services designed to protect your business, streamline operations, and position you for long-term success. Whether you’re negotiating a major supply agreement or litigating a dispute with a distributor, PKC delivers big-firm experience and results with the personal attention your business deserves.

Legal Services for Manufacturers in Dallas-Fort Worth

Contract Negotiation and Drafting

Clear, enforceable contracts are critical in the manufacturing industry. Our attorneys help manufacturers mitigate risk and protect their interests by drafting and negotiating agreements such as:

  • Supply Agreements: Ensure clear terms for pricing, delivery, quality standards, and termination.

  • Distribution Agreements: Establish terms for exclusivity, territories, pricing, and performance metrics with distributors.

  • Vendor Contracts: Negotiate favorable terms with raw material and component suppliers.

  • OEM Agreements: Draft agreements for original equipment manufacturing and ensure compliance with intellectual property rights.

  • Service and Maintenance Contracts: Outline responsibilities for equipment maintenance, warranties, and repairs.

Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management

The manufacturing industry is heavily regulated, and non-compliance can result in fines, production delays, or reputational harm. PKC provides guidance on:

  • Compliance with OSHA safety standards

  • Environmental regulations, including waste disposal and emissions

  • Consumer protection laws and product labeling requirements

  • Import/export restrictions and customs compliance

Mergers, Acquisitions, and Corporate Transactions

Whether you’re acquiring a smaller competitor, merging with another business, or selling your manufacturing company, we provide strategic counsel and transactional expertise to help you achieve your business goals. Our attorneys assist with:

  • Conducting due diligence to identify risks and opportunities

  • Negotiating purchase agreements and terms

  • Ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations during transitions

Representation for Vendors and Suppliers

Suppliers may face unique challenges, including payment disputes, changing terms, and liability risks. PKC supports suppliers with legal services such as:

  • Payment and Collections Disputes: Enforcing payment terms and pursuing collections when manufacturers or distributors fail to pay.

  • Contract Review and Enforcement: Ensuring that supply contracts provide fair terms and protect against liability for delays, quality issues, or price changes.

  • Risk Mitigation: Structuring agreements to minimize exposure to claims for defective materials or non-performance.

We understand the pressures suppliers face in maintaining relationships while protecting their rights, and we’re here to strike the right balance.

Legal Support for Distributors

Distributors often act as the bridge between manufacturers and end-users, carrying the responsibility of meeting delivery schedules, pricing demands, and customer expectations. PKC offers strategic legal services to distributors, including:

  • Negotiation of Distribution Agreements: Securing favorable terms for territory rights, pricing structures, and performance metrics.

  • Territorial Disputes: Resolving conflicts related to overlapping distribution territories or exclusivity clauses.

  • Liability Management: Protecting distributors from liability related to defective products, warranty claims, or recalls.

  • Terminations and Renewals: Advising on legal strategies when a distribution agreement is terminated or up for renewal.

We help distributors navigate their unique legal challenges while fostering strong relationships with manufacturers and customers.

Industry-Specific Knowledge for Manufacturers

At PKC, we’re proud to serve a broad spectrum of clients within the manufacturing sector, including:

  • Aerospace and Defense Manufacturers: Navigating the complexities of government contracts, ITAR compliance, and product liability.

  • Consumer Goods Manufacturers: Ensuring compliance with labeling, marketing, and product safety standards.

  • Industrial Equipment Manufacturers: Drafting OEM agreements, managing supplier relationships, and mitigating risk.

  • Automotive and Transportation Manufacturers: Advising on supply chain contracts, recalls, and liability issues.

  • Electronics and Technology Manufacturers: Protecting intellectual property and managing vendor relationships.

Our attorneys tailor their legal strategies to the specific needs of your business and industry.

Dispute Resolution in the Manufacturing Sector

Disputes are inevitable in an industry as complex and fast-paced as manufacturing. PKC represents manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors in all types of disputes, including:

  • Breach of Contract: Resolving disputes over pricing, quality standards, delivery timelines, and other contractual obligations.

  • Product Liability Claims: Defending against allegations of defective products, inadequate warnings, or consumer harm.

  • Intellectual Property Disputes: Protecting your trademarks and trade secrets from infringement.

  • Commercial Lease Disputes: Addressing conflicts over industrial leases, including repair obligations and rent escalations.

  • Employment Disputes: Advising on claims related to workplace safety, discrimination, or wrongful termination.

We explore cost-effective solutions such as mediation and arbitration, but we’re prepared to litigate aggressively when necessary to protect your business.

Contact Our Dallas-Fort Worth Manufacturing Industry Attorneys

At Peters Kussmaul Crosier PLLC, we’re dedicated to empowering businesses in the manufacturing sector with reliable legal guidance and personalized support. Whether you’re resolving a dispute, negotiating a high-stakes agreement, or planning your next big move, our team is here to help. Contact us today to learn how we can support your business.