by Jeff Barnett | Feb 13, 2017 | Family Law, Probate, Wills & Estate Planning
We feel that having a will, and related powers of attorney and advanced directives, is one of the most important tasks one should complete. After working hard your entire life to provide for your family, you should not allow the Texas Estates Code and the courts to...
by Jeff Barnett | Jan 18, 2017 | Business and Corporate
Have you ever thought of owning a franchise? Or are you in a business where you hope to have franchisees? Many businesses are set up as a franchisor/franchisee relationship. In these situations, it’s important to draft agreements not only to cover the immediate...
by Jeff Barnett | Dec 20, 2016 | Family Law, Probate, Wills & Estate Planning
Our last blog post offered some tips for avoiding family feuds when distributing assets of a family member. It’s important to choose your executor carefully.The executor generally exercises discretion in distributing personal and household items....
by Jeff Barnett | Dec 1, 2016 | Probate, Wills & Estate Planning
In the days after a person dies, some family members may decide to take matters into their own hands. These individuals may have a key to the home and decide they are going to take items they want. Before the will is even read, furniture, jewelry, artwork and other...
by Jeff Barnett | Nov 22, 2016 | Business and Corporate, Employment
Your business or organization can reduce tensions from and conflicts with employees… and help lessen the risks of employee-initiated legal actions by focusing on at least 12 areas. 1. Ensure managers and supervisors are qualified to coach and lead. Studies of...
