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Estate Planning Pros and Cons: A Guide for San Antonio Families

Estate Planning Pros and Cons: A Guide for San Antonio Families

For many San Antonio families, estate planning is more than a financial strategy, it’s a way to protect loved ones, preserve hard-earned assets, and create peace of mind for the future. Whether you’re drafting your first will or updating an existing plan, knowing the advantages and potential challenges can help you make informed decisions that truly serve your family’s needs.

In this guide, you’ll learn the pros and cons of estate planning, the role of estate tax strategies, and why professional guidance is key to building a secure legacy in San Antonio.

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New Texas Law Changes What Shareholders Can Request From the Company – Here’s What You Need to Know

New Texas Law Changes What Shareholders Can Request From the Company – Here’s What You Need to Know

Starting September 1, 2025, a new Texas law will change the rules for how and when shareholders can request access to company records.

If you’re a business owner, board member, or investor in a Texas corporation, these changes may impact your rights and responsibilities in a dispute.

As attorneys who handle complex business breakups (“business divorces”), we often see record requests and access become a flashpoint. One party wants transparency. The other is protective, or defensive, and that’s where the dispute begins.

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Do I Need a Business License in San Antonio?

Do I Need a Business License in San Antonio?

A Legal Checklist for New Business Owners Starting a business is an exciting milestone, but figuring out what paperwork you need to file can feel confusing, especially if it’s your first time. One of the most common questions we hear from new business owners in San Antonio is: “Do I need a business license to get started?” The short answer?…

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Is Texas Attempting to Turn the Tide on LLC vs. Corporation Formation?

Is Texas Attempting to Turn the Tide on LLC vs. Corporation Formation?

How Texas’s 2025 Corporate Governance Reforms Could Reshape Entity Selection Decisions For decades, limited liability companies (LLCs) have been the go-to entity for Texas businesses thanks to their flexible structure, simplified management, and favorable tax treatment. But recent legislative developments suggest that Texas lawmakers may be signaling a shift, encouraging businesses to take a closer look at the corporate entity…

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Planning to Sell Your Business? Start With These Legal Documents

Planning to Sell Your Business? Start With These Legal Documents

Selling your business is a major milestone, but without the right legal documents, it can quickly become a complicated and costly process. Whether you’re preparing to exit a company you built from the ground up or you’re helping clients navigate a sale, it’s critical to have a solid legal foundation. At Clausewitz Reyes, our San Antonio business lawyers guide business…

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Succession Planning: Why Texas Business Owners Should Address Incapacitation Or Death In Company Agreements

Succession Planning: Why Texas Business Owners Should Address Incapacitation Or Death In Company Agreements

As a business owner in the Lone Star State, you’ve invested countless hours, resources, and passion into building your company. Yet, many entrepreneurs overlook a critical aspect of long-term business protection: comprehensive succession planning that addresses potential incapacitation or unexpected death. This oversight can lead to devastating consequences for your business, your employees, and your family. Texas-Specific Succession Planning Considerations…

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