Small Business Lawyer Dallas, TX
A small business lawyer in Texas from Brandy Austin Law Firm, PLLC can provide legal services to company decision makers throughout the Dallas area. Many laws are potentially applicable to any given company, and at times some laws seem to contradict others, creating much confusion and putting business owners and their companies at risk.
Many of our clients originally sought legal guidance from a small business lawyer in Dallas, TX prior to the inception of their company, then return periodically for reviews and when circumstances dictate issue-focused consultations. Whether your company is a sole proprietorship, an enterprise level corporation, or something in-between, conforming to the legalities of business commerce and performing due diligence are critical. We can help. Contact our team to discuss your concerns and learn how Brandy Austin Law Firm, PLLC can protect your best interests.
Employment Law
Most companies have at least one employee or contractor. There are many laws that the State of Texas has enacted to protect employees, and what companies must be aware of and adhere to. Employment law can be confusing to laypersons, and at times can seem contradictory, but misunderstandings is not a valid legal defense strategy. Therefore, it is important for company decision makers to have a full understanding and rely on the guidance of a trusted business lawyer as necessary.
Some clients of Brandy Austin Law Firm, PLLC only require occasional consultations with a Texas small business lawyer, while others retain our legal services for immediate legal services on a long term basis. The legal needs among our clients vary greatly depending on the nature and size of their company, and our team responds accordingly. Here are some of the legal areas with which our team can assist your company:
- Guidelines for hiring and terminating employees, executives, and contractors.
- Guidelines for handling disputes between employees, between management and employees, between staff and customers.
- Guidelines for offering employees hourly wages, salary, healthcare benefits, bonuses, workers compensation, retirement benefits, and more.
- Guidelines for structuring payroll, paying taxes, and deductions.
Immigration Law
Should your company wish to hire employees who are not U.S. citizens, whether on a temporary, permanent, full time, or part time basis, you must follow all applicable federal and state immigration and employment laws. The existing laws can be complex and constantly changing. Modifications of the laws can cause further confusion. Not only is a small business lawyer in Dallas, Texas current on all immigration laws pertaining to employment, they are knowledgeable about pending legislation that could impact companies in the future.
Tax Laws
Businesses are subject to failing if they do not meet their tax obligations. There are several types of taxes that a company may be subject to paying to their local municipality, the State, and the federal government. In addition, a company must be adept at understanding what qualifies as a deduction, when they must pay estimated taxes, and requirements surrounding employee taxes. Our team can work with your company to identify tax obligations, applicable deductions, and much more.
To learn more about the legal services offered by a Dallas small business lawyer in TX, contact Brandy Austin Law Firm, PLLC today.