Author Archives: James Blake

Business Start Up Law for Manager Managed LLC Formation

Posted on July 25, 2011 by James Blake

Forming an LLC in Texas as a member managed or manager managed LLC is a fast way to get your business start up in motion. Yet starting an LLC in Texas without advice from a business start up lawyer or … Continue reading →

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Estate Planning, Special Needs Trusts & Supplemental Benefits Trusts

Posted on July 22, 2011 by James Blake

A special needs trust or supplemental benefits trust is an important estate planning tool to protect a loved one’s eligibility for Medicaid and supplemental security income (SSI).  The special needs trust or supplemental benefits trust can be funded with cash, … Continue reading →

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Buying & Selling a Convenience Store or Gas Station: Due Diligence and Business Valuation

Posted on July 15, 2011 by James Blake

The business valuation of gas stations and convenience stores for sale vary immensely from location to location.  When selling or buying a gas station or convenience store, you must clearly understand the nature of the business acquisition, and structure the … Continue reading →

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Asset Protection Planning for Small Business

Posted on July 8, 2011 by James Blake

Asset protection involves business law strategies for limited liability, creditor protection, limiting business tax and estate taxes, and protecting a small business from other contingencies.  Every small business has different assets and risks, requiring a customized business law strategy for … Continue reading →

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Construction Law & Construction Contract Agreements for Construction Project Security

Posted on July 4, 2011 by James Blake

Construction contracts can be a ticking time bomb for real estate owners, developers, architects, contractors, and subcontractors if they are unaware of construction law. Texas construction contracts are regulated by both federal and Texas construction law. Failure to follow federal … Continue reading →

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