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Steve D. Kesten, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas

BoyarMiller

Houston, TX

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Steve D. Kesten is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business. Currently practicing at BoyarMiller.

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Houston, TEXAS
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  • Handles Business matters from Houston, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).

About Steve D. Kesten: Steve D. Kesten is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business. Currently practicing at BoyarMiller.

Areas of practice

Steve's practice areas in Houston

Steve concentrates on business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steve handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Houston, Texas

Steve takes business matters in Houston, 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 Steve agrees to represent you.

Biography

Steve D. Kesten, business attorney serving Houston

Steve D. Kesten is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business. Currently practicing at BoyarMiller. Steve works from Houston, Texas and takes on business matters across the region.

Steve D. Kesten is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law.

Steve D., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steve D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Steve's approach to business cases

Steve D. Kesten is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law. Steve D., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steve D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Clients Steve works with

Steve reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Steve studied and practices

  • University of Houston Law Center

    J.D. · 1990

Steve studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center.

Law school and academic background

Steve completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steve runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Steve's legal honors and published work

Steve has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law (2026).

Locations

Steve D. Kesten's office in Houston

Steve's primary office is at 2925 Richmond Avenue, 14th Floor, Houston, Texas, 77098. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

BoyarMiller

2925 Richmond Avenue, 14th Floor

Houston, Texas 77098

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Hiring guide

How to hire Steve D. Kesten — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Steve charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steve'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; Steve will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Houston, 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 Steve

Steve 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. Steve confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Steve'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 Steve D. Kesten

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

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

  • Does Steve offer a free consultation?

    Steve charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steve's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Steve'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. Steve gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Steve take my case if I'm outside Houston?

    Steve 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 — Steve 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 Steve?

    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. Steve will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Steve accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

Steve handles business matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.

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