Results & Reviews
The work speaks.
So do the clients.
I don't publish case results with dollar signs and exclamation points. What I can share is the kind of work I've done, the people I've done it for, and what they say about the experience.
Types of work I've handled
Public company listing via de-SPAC transaction (U.S./Canada)
Dual-listing on the TSX and NYSE with full governance framework buildout
Cross-border M&A involving parties in the U.S. and Canada
Legal department build-out — from zero to full infrastructure (3×)
Outsourced General Counsel for growth-stage Texas companies
SEC continuous disclosure management for dual-listed public company
Board governance framework design for newly public company
Equity compensation plan design across two tax jurisdictions
Shareholder agreement restructuring for multi-owner businesses
Business sale — commercial real estate transaction (Grapevine, TX)
Entity restructuring ahead of capital raise
TBOC compliance update following 89th Legislature amendments
What clients say
Chuck Kraus brings a lifetime of wise counsel, built in some of the most challenging business arenas in the world, to every relationship with a small town charm. You don't have to go to Dallas or a big city for the best — but you're getting it in humility and grace. Need a sixth star.Mike Williams Google Review · March 2025 ★★★★★
It's amazing that we sold an office building in Grapevine, Texas — Chuck Kraus quickly understood what I wanted and the corresponding paperwork that would be required. A significant transaction was done all on the phone, and I finally met Chuck when he came by to introduce himself.David Johnson Google Review · January 2025 ★★★★★
Chuck was an exceptional General Counsel and partner to the business. Sometimes Legal can be viewed as the 'business prevention department' but it was the exact opposite with Chuck. He was extremely strategic, added valuable contributions across all areas of the business and was a fantastic partner to commercial, enabling us to make business happen. I would highly recommend him to any client seeking exceptional legal and GC support.Jennifer Warawa Former Chief Commercial Officer, DIRTT (TSX: DRT) · December 2022 ★★★★★
The best measure of an attorney isn't what they say about themselves. It's what their clients say about them.
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