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” and “Platform,” each a “party” or “Party” and, collectively, the “parties” or “Parties”). I. Purpose This SCA establishes the terms and conditions under which Platform will provide services to Firm, access Firm Information, and comply with applicable legal and ethical obligations. The Parties have entered or will enter into one or more agreements under which Platform provides or will provide certain specified services to Firm (collectively, the “Agreement”). In providing services pursuant to the Agreement, Platform will have access to Firm Information, including Attorney-Client Confidential Information. By providing the services pursuant to the Agreement, Platform will become a “Service Provider” of Firm. Both Parties are committed to complying with all federal and state laws governing the confidentiality and privacy of Attorney-Client Confidential Information, including, but not limited to, following the applicable American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct and the Texas Disciplinary Rules …
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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 the Secretary of State’s office. Visit Opening a Small or Solo Law Firm in Texas: Choosing an Entity Structure and Other Requirements for basic information on the pros and cons of different entity types and some frequently asked questions on starting a practice. If you decide to form an entity, you will need an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Visit the IRS website for information on how to obtain an EIN. If you do not choose to form an entity, you can still get an EIN for tax purposes or use your Social Security number. ☐ Office Information ☐ Office Location – A physical office space is not required to practice law in Texas, making it financially easier when first starting out. Many attorneys work completely remotely these days, depending on their practice area and ability to appear in court remotely. ☐ Contact Information – Once …
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 cducloux@affinipay.com In connection with the CLE Presentation entitled: “SIGN RIGHT HERE: A survey of Provisions for your Attorney Client Agreements, from ‘Must-haves’ to Optional Clauses” DISCLAIMER: These sample agreements are provided for individual review and analysis, and are delivered without warranty or representation of fitness for specific use or compliance. The receiver hereof is advised to make any necessary modifications or adaptations which may be required for the user’s specific needs, or for compliance with the user’s applicable practice rules or state statutes.▸ATTORNEY FEE CONTRACT (short form)ATTORNEY FEE CONTRACT (short form) STATE OF TEXAS § § COUNTY OF TRAVIS § WHEREAS, Glen G. Quagmire, (“Client”) desires to employ Peter Griffin (“Attorney”) to represent him in the following legal matter: To file and complete an action for Modification of Custody in Travis County, Texas and to represent Client in any and all claims and defenses to …
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