Service Confidentiality Agreement

Service Confidentiality AgreementWritten byFatima NaeemJuly 15, 2025Share this PostThis Service Confidentiality Agreement (herein referred to as “SCA”) is made and entered into as of [Date, Month, Year] by and between ___________________________________, a law firm in the State of Texas, herein referred to as “Firm,” and ______________________, an online platform, herein referred to as “Platform” (“Firm” …

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Checklist for Opening a Sole Practice

June 10, 2025Checklist for Opening a Sole PracticeDownload the ChecklistShare this Post☐ Firm Name When choosing a name for your firm, it is important to comply with Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 7.01 governing communications concerning a lawyer’s services, including using trade names. ☐ Entity Formation Decide if you want to form an entity through …

Attorney Fee Agreements and Miscellaneous Forms

June 3, 2025Attorney Fee Agreements and Miscellaneous FormsDownload PDF VersionShare this PostCompiled by: Claude E. Ducloux Attorney at Law Board Certified- Civil Trial Law Board Certified – Civil Appellate Law Texas Board of Legal Specialization National Director of Education, Ethics & State Compliance LawPay 3700 North Capital of Texas Highway, Suite 300 Austin Texas 78746 …

Forming a Firm in Texas When the Owner is Licensed Elsewhere — FAQs

June 2, 2025Forming a Firm in Texas When the Owner is Licensed Elsewhere — FAQsShare this PostCan a firm that is incorporated in another state open a firm in Texas? Yes. It is not necessary to incorporate the firm in Texas. However, the firm must be registered with the Texas Secretary of State’s Office to …

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AI Platform Evaluation Checklist

June 1, 2025AI Platform Evaluation ChecklistShare this PostDefine Goals and Use Cases Purpose: Identify specific tasks the AI will assist with, such as document review, contract analysis, legal research, or predictive analytics. Scope: Define the boundaries of the AI’s role to ensure alignment with the firm’s or department’s needs. Assess Features and Functionality Accuracy: Evaluate …

Qualifying for an Admission Waiver

May 25, 2025Qualifying for an Admission WaiverLaw Practice Management |Non-Texas LawyersThe Texas Board of Law Examiners is responsible for certifying that applicants are eligible for admission to the State Bar of Texas. The Supreme Court of Texas is ultimately responsible for admitting those applicants as licensed attorneys and members of the State Bar of Texas. The …

FAQs for In-House Counsel Not Licensed in Texas

May 16, 2025FAQs for In-House Counsel Not Licensed in TexasShare this PostDo I need to register with the State Bar of Texas?  No. The State Bar of Texas does not require lawyers who are not licensed in the State of Texas to register or pay a fee.  What rule governs in-house counsel not licensed in …

Practicing Remotely in Texas When Licensed Elsewhere

May 14, 2025Practicing Remotely in Texas When Licensed ElsewhereShare this PostWith an increase in the number of lawyers who practice remotely, a common question arises: Can a lawyer who is not licensed in Texas practice in Texas? The answer is yes, provided that the lawyer adheres to Texas Disciplinary Rule of Professional Conduct 5.05, effective …