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Brian Keith Beard, Business Attorney in Austin, Texas

Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and M&A

Practicing business in Austin since 1990.

36+
Years practicing
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Brian Keith Beard is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Brian has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation.

Based in
Austin, TX
Experience
over 36 years
Known for
Business · General · M&A
  • Handles Business, General, and M&A matters from Austin, TX.
  • Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Brian Keith Beard: Brian Keith Beard is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Brian has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Brian takes on

Brian concentrates on business, general, m&a, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Austin, Texas

Brian takes business matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

General cases in Austin, Texas

Brian takes general matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Austin, Texas

Brian takes m&a matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in Austin, Texas

Brian takes securities matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Brian Keith Beard — business lawyer in Austin

Brian Keith Beard is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Brian has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation.

Mr. Brian Keith Beard is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, mergers and 5 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, Champaign in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years. Brian practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Austin, TX.

Brian's approach to business cases

Mr. Brian Keith Beard is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, mergers and 5 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, Champaign in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years. Brian practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Austin, TX.

Clients Brian works with

Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and m&a matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Iowa

    J.D. · 1990

  • University of Illinois, Champaign

    B.A. Economics · 1987

Jurisdictions

Brian's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1994 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    1990 · ACTIVE

Brian studied at J.D. in University of Iowa and B.A. Economics in University of Illinois, Champaign.

Law school and academic background

Brian completed J.D. in University of Iowa and B.A. Economics in University of Illinois, Champaign. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Brian Keith Beard's office in Austin

Brian's primary office is at 900 South Capital of Texas Highway, Las Cimas IV, Fifth Floor, Austin, TX, 78746-5546. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation

900 South Capital of Texas Highway, Las Cimas IV, Fifth Floor

Austin, TX 78746-5546

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Hiring guide

How to hire Brian Keith Beard — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Austin, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian

Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Brian Keith Beard

  • How much does it cost to hire Brian for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Brian offer a free consultation?

    Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Austin?

    Brian is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Brian accepting new business clients right now?

    Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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