With 20 years of experience in estate, probate, business, and employment law, Caleb Patterson prioritizes a client-first philosophy. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to learn more.

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We offer free 30-minute video calls, secure document sharing, and e-signature options to make legal services accessible. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to take advantage of these services.

Our flat-fee packages cover specific matters like estate planning and business formations. They include comprehensive services, but hourly rates may apply for complex cases. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to discuss your needs.

Employment contracts in Texas often include non-compete/NDA clauses, severance terms, and commission plans. We provide guidance for both employers and employees. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to discuss your situation.

An employment contract in Texas should include key elements such as job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, confidentiality agreements, non-compete clauses, and termination conditions. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to ensure your contract is comprehensive and compliant.

A non-compete agreement in Texas must be reasonable in scope, duration, and geographic area to be enforceable. It should protect legitimate business interests. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to ensure compliance.

An employee handbook for a Texas business should include company policies, employee benefits, code of conduct, disciplinary procedures, and legal obligations. It serves as a guide for both employers and employees. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to ensure your handbook is comprehensive and compliant.

An operating agreement should outline the LLC's management structure, member roles, profit distribution, and procedures for decision-making. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm for tailored advice.

Forming a corporation in Texas involves several steps: choosing a unique name, filing a Certificate of Formation with the Texas Secretary of State, creating corporate bylaws, holding an initial board meeting, issuing stock certificates, and obtaining an EIN from the IRS. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm for detailed guidance.

Forming an LLC in Texas involves several steps: choosing a unique name, filing a Certificate of Formation with the Texas Secretary of State, creating an operating agreement, obtaining an EIN from the IRS, and complying with state and local regulations. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm for detailed guidance.

Choosing between an LLC and a corporation, drafting operating agreements, ensuring ongoing compliance, and contract drafting/review are key aspects. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm for expert guidance.

A Lady Bird Deed, also known as an enhanced life estate deed, allows property to transfer automatically upon death without probate. It provides flexibility and control during the owner's lifetime. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to learn more.

Independent administration allows the executor to manage the estate with minimal court supervision, making the process faster and less costly. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to understand the process.

Texas probate and estate administration includes obtaining letters testamentary, independent administration, muniments of title, and small-estate affidavits. Typical timelines vary. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to learn more.

A small-estate affidavit is used to transfer assets without formal probate when the estate's value is below a certain threshold. It's a simpler and quicker process. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to see if it applies to your situation.

A revocable trust helps manage your assets during your lifetime and allows for seamless transfer upon death, avoiding probate. It offers privacy and flexibility. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to discuss your options.

Estate planning in Texas involves creating legal documents like wills, revocable trusts, Lady Bird/Transfer-on-Death deeds, powers of attorney, and advance directives (living wills). These tools help manage your assets and healthcare decisions. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to get started.

The key documents for estate planning in Texas include a will, a revocable living trust, a durable power of attorney, a healthcare power of attorney, and an advance directive (living will). These documents help manage your assets and healthcare decisions. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to get started.

Creating a living trust in Texas allows you to manage your assets during your lifetime and provides a seamless transfer of those assets upon your death, avoiding the probate process. It offers privacy, flexibility, and can help reduce estate taxes. Schedule a free video consult with The Patterson Law Firm to discuss your options.