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UNDERSTANDING OIL & GAS LAW IN TEXAS: WHAT LANDOWNERS NEED TO KNOW
Dealing with oil and gas matters as a Texas landowner can be complex, especially when it comes to understanding your rights. This is because, as a landowner, you're expected to make decisions about mineral rights, lease agreements, and royalty payments, sometimes...
ESTATE PLANNING IN TEXAS: WHAT EVERY RESIDENT SHOULD KNOW
In Texas, having a solid estate plan is more important than many people realize. With its unique community property laws, probate shortcuts, and specific requirements for wills and trusts, Texas offers both opportunities and pitfalls when it comes to planning your...
TEXAS BUSINESS LAW BASICS: STARTING AND STRUCTURING YOUR BUSINESS
Starting a business in Texas requires a solid understanding of the state’s legal and regulatory framework. Texas is widely recognized for its business-friendly policies, offering several types of legal structures, such as sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited...
TEXAS REAL ESTATE LAW: A GUIDE FOR BUYERS, SELLERS, AND LAND DEVELOPERS
Texas operates under its own legal framework that affects how property is bought, sold, transferred, developed, and inherited. These laws govern everything from contract enforcement and disclosures to zoning, easements, financing rules, land use restrictions, and...
BUYING OR SELLING A BUSINESS IN TEXAS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Texas has always been known for its “go big or go home” attitude, and buying or selling a business can be no different in this Lone Star state. Thanks to its low taxes, skilled workforce, and strong infrastructure, it is consistently ranked as one of the best states...
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A BUSINESS AND CORPORATE LAWYER
Whether signing a contract, dealing with employment policies, or considering a major acquisition, one wrong legal move can cost your business thousands or millions of dollars. Therefore, having a legal professional on your side is crucial. However, when choosing legal...
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON’T FILE PROBATE IN TEXAS
When someone passes away, their estate doesn’t automatically transfer to their heirs. In most cases, probate is required to validate the will, appoint an executor, and distribute assets. But what happens if probate isn’t filed? Who manages the estate? Can heirs still...
DIFFERENT TYPES OF POWER OF ATTORNEY AND HOW TO USE THEM
What happens if you’re unable to manage your finances or make critical healthcare decisions due to illness or incapacity? What happens if you are traveling abroad and need someone to handle a property sale on your behalf? These are just a few situations where a Power...
WHY A LIVING WILL IS IMPORTANT: PURPOSE AND KEY THINGS TO INCLUDE
Having control of your life decisions is crucial, especially when you are at a high mortality risk and want to communicate your choices. Without it, you are at risk of receiving futile medical treatment, hefty bills, and law enforcement involvement. This often leads...
TYPES OF TRUSTS: FINDING THE RIGHT ONE FOR YOUR NEEDS
Securing your financial future and ensuring your wishes are honored begins with selecting the right trust. Whether you're looking to pass wealth to future generations without lengthy probate or support a loved one with special needs, the variety of trusts available...