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The end of the year is a great time to take steps to ensure you are ready to file taxes in the new year. Getting everything together and organized will make things a lot easier once you begin filling out tax forms. Like every process, though, there is always room for improvement.

While Texas does not assess its own estate or death taxes, Texas residents who have especially high-value estates can still anticipate having their estates taxed after their deaths, which can substantially reduce what they are able to leave behind for loved ones. At Pakis, Giotes, Page & Burleson, P.C., we recognize that the overall value of your estate will ultimately determine whether it is subject to estate tax.

When you begin estate planning, you may first think about creating a will to describe how you want your possessions to go to your heirs. However, you may also want to create advance directives that cover your wishes in terms of medical treatments and end-of-life care.

One of the most important decisions to make when starting your own business is choosing the legal structure. This choice will impact a wide variety of things, including taxes, personal liability, paperwork and the ability to raise funds.

As business owners in Texas set out to develop a brand, advertise and increase their profits, there are legal issues that must be dealt with. One thing that is extremely important that can often sneak up on business owners is the importance of protecting intellectual property.

The musician Prince passed away three years ago, and his estate still isn’t settled because he didn’t have a basic estate plan. Potential heirs continue to fight over his assets.

You’ve signed a contract with a company that you’re confident will take your business to the next level. The first few months of the partnership were great, and you saw your sales increase...

You’re planning a beautiful Texas spring wedding. It’s the second wedding for both of you, so it will be small with just family, you figure.

Every detail matters when planning an estate. Between drafting a testament and creating trusts, you have to pay attention to every decision you make. Choosing the right executor is one of the most critical decisions you make while preparing your will.