Transferring Mineral Rights in Texas
Property ownership is an integral part of the American dream. Ownership of property has historically included the cone from the center of the earth to outer-space. You can survey your property and proudly declare that [...]
Common Mistakes to Avoid Negotiating Mineral Leases
With hundreds of oil and gas wells dotting the landscape, mineral leases are commonplace in the state of Texas. A mineral lease is a legally binding document that sets the terms of an arrangement between [...]
Is Your Case Suitable for JP Court?
Small Civil Claims Effective September 1, 2020, Texas law will change to allow parties to bring civil actions for up to $20,000 in our justice of the peace courts. Prior to that, the limit was $10,000, [...]
Corporate Bankruptcy Statistics and Facts
When starting a new business many people people do not think that bankruptcy could happen to them. The unfortunate reality is that whether it is poor personal choices or unforeseen outside factors, corporate bankruptcy can [...]
What You Need to Know About Deeds of Trust in Texas
While countless Texans have borrowed money from a lender to purchase real estate, many are unaware that Texas is a “deed of trust” state. A deed of trust is used to create a security interest [...]
Spousal Maintenance Agreements
Spousal maintenance, money paid to a former spouse after a divorce, is sometimes referred to as alimony. In Texas, when the court orders that one spouse make payments to another, this is referred to as [...]
A Guide for Divorced Parents on COVID-19
COVID-19 & Extended Spring Breaks As more and more local schools announce that they are extending Spring Break in response to the global novel coronavirus pandemic, parents are asking how will the extension of [...]
Join Us at ASC’s Heart & Sole 5k!
We are excited to invite our clients to join our firm in supporting Attorneys Serving the Community (ASC) and this year’s ASC Heart & Sole 5K on February 15, 2020. Contact Taylor Wilson at twilson@bennettweston.com for a [...]