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Whether you’re excited about a new business idea or are a seasoned serial entrepreneur, a skilled and smart startup lawyer can help you get your company off the ground. There’s so much to know about legal matters when you launch a business, and you want to make sure that nothing is overlooked.

Some of the legal services that a startup lawyer can provide include:

These are just a few of the many legal services that a sharp and experienced Houston startup lawyer can provide. In addition, a skilled startup lawyer can serve as a trusted advisor and consultant on hiring, marketing, planning and future business initiatives.

Attorney Andrew Weisblatt is a trusted corporate formation attorney with decades of experience assisting Houston-area businesses with a wide variety of legal services.  He has served as both in-house counsel and outside counsel, so he understands deeply the needs of businesses from both sides.  For an initial consultation with The Weisblatt Law Firm, PLLC, call (713) 666-1981.

Finding the Best Houston Startup Lawyer

Every startup lawyer in Houston doesn’t have the same skill and experience.

When you’re looking for a lawyer for a business startup, there are several things you should keep in mind. First and foremost, all lawyers are not created equal. A personal injury or family law attorney is probably not the best choice when you need legal services and guidance about launching a new company. Be sure to select an attorney who specializes in business law.

Next, don’t be tempted to go it alone. It’s important to ask yourself, “Can I afford to go without an attorney when I start a business?” Sometimes, entrepreneurs strike out into the business wilderness alone, thinking that they’ll build their business model and secure licenses along the way as needs arise. This piecemeal approach to starting a business can create problems later and result in regulatory red tape, sales interruptions and tax problems. You don’t want to encounter non-compliance issues with regulators that could have financial and legal consequences in the long run. Nor do you want to get tangled in tax issues or get stuck with unfavorable supplier contracts.

It is better to establish a relationship with a business lawyer early on to help create a business plan, establish an advantageous business structure, limit your personal liability, obtain the necessary licenses and permits, and comply with all local, state and federal regulations that affect your business.  Business attorney Andrew Weisblatt is a highly skilled startup lawyer who has helped countless entrepreneurs get their businesses launched.  He stands head and shoulders above the competition in Houston, as you can see from his client testimonials.

Why Do You Want to Start a Business?

When launching a company, it’s important to ask yourself why you want to start a business. A young business just getting its sea legs can mean long hours, a significant financial investment, and more than a little stress. To be successful, your heart must be in it.

Texas offers an ideal business climate.  With no corporate or personal income tax at the state level, companies operating in Texas enjoy one of the lowest overall tax burdens in the country.  Texas is a right-to-work state and is home to 49 Fortune 500 Companies.

People start businesses for different reasons.  Some of these include:

These are just a few of the many reasons people start businesses.  It’s important to know why you want to start a business so that you’ll be able to measure your success.  If you’re starting a jewelry making business on Etsy so you can work part time, that success will look very different than launching a tech startup that you hope to sell in five years for $50 million.  By having an end goal in mind, you’ll be able to plan accordingly.  To find out more about startup guides and resources, see the Texas Attorney General’s Office website here.  The Texas Economic Development Department also provides ample resources about startups here.

FAQs: Questions to Ask a Houston Startup Attorney

If you’re thinking about starting a business, you probably have a lot of legal questions.  Following are some of the most common questions and answers:

Q: What Does a Startup Lawyer Do?

A: A startup lawyer can advise you on which corporate structure to choose (i.e. LLC, PLLC, Inc., C-corp, solopreneur, etc.)  A startup lawyer can also help you file corporate formation documents required by state law, craft a business plan, secure needed licensing and permitting, handle tax and financial filings, draft and review contracts, create employment policies and contracts, register your company name, and many other legal services.

Q: What Type of Lawyer Do You Need to Start a Business?

A: This depends, in part, on what type of business you’re launching.  If you’re starting an accounting firm, then you would likely want an attorney who has some financial knowledge.  If you’re starting an e-commerce clothing company, you may want an attorney with some knowledge of technology and virtual supply chains.  In most cases, a skilled and experienced corporate lawyer who has worked with lots of different kinds of companies will have the legal acumen you need to help launch a startup.

Q: How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Lawyer for a Startup?

A: The cost of a startup lawyer will depend on his level of skill and the amount of hours and legal services you need.  Most attorneys work on an hourly fee, though you may want to ask if an attorney has lump-sum fees for various services.  The cost of a lawyer to simply file required startup forms with state agencies on your behalf will likely cost less than a comprehensive, ongoing partnership with an attorney who will advise you on all legal matters and draft written contracts and policies.

Q: What Questions Should I Ask a Startup Lawyer?

A: There are so many questions that entrepreneurs have when they’re launching a business.  Often, the farther they are into the planning process, the more questions you have.  Perhaps the most important question to ask a corporate lawyer before hiring them is 1) how many years of experience do they have in business law, and 2) what’s their fee and how do they calculate it.  It’s also extremely important to find a lawyer whose personality and working style meshes with your own.

Startups: Different Kinds of Legal Structures

There are several types of corporate structures, and you want to select the one that is most advantageous to your circumstances when starting a business. Some of the options include:

Each type of corporate structure has its advantages and disadvantages, and the one that’s best for your company may be different than the structure that is best for the entrepreneur down the street. A skilled business attorney can explain the different structures to you and help you select the one that offers the most flexibility, liability protection and tax advantages for your situation.

If you’d like to read more about different corporate structures, the Small Business Administration (SBA) provides great information here.  And the IRS provides additional information here.

How Will You Finance Your Business?

There are a wide variety of ways to finance a business – private investors, bank loans, personal savings, revolving credit, family loans and even crowdfunding.

The State of Texas U.S. government also provide innovative funding and opportunity initiatives. Some of these include:

A skilled and experienced Houston startup lawyer can also advise you on potential resources and opportunities for investment and funding.

Contact Startup Attorney Andrew Weisblatt Today

If you are excited about launching your own startup and are wondering which corporate structure is right for you, a skilled and experienced startup lawyer can help. Attorney Andrew Weisblatt has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs in helping launch their businesses, and he understands the legal requirements for filing organization and formation documents with the appropriate state and federal agencies, drafting contracts with suppliers, creating corporate employment policies, drafting operating agreements and securing licensing and permitting. He can help you with every legal need for your startup, whether large or small. To find out more about the legal services he offers, call the Weisblatt Law Firm for a free consultation at (713) 666-1981.

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Attorney Andrew Weisblatt

Mr. Weisblatt has practiced continuously since becoming licensed in 1992 and has represented businesses ranging in size from one person start-up ventures to multi-national corporations employing hundreds of people in multiple countries. From 2005 through 2009 Mr. Weisblatt was in-house counsel and chief operating officer of a multi-national corporation in the steel products industry. That in-house position provided valuable insight into how businesses work and what they actually need from their lawyers – both in-house and outside counsel. Attorney Bio

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What can I say? I will never hesitate to recommend this firm to anyone. Personable, professional, honest and diligent. Period.

Houston Business Contracts Attorney

Attorney Andrew Weisblatt

Mr. Weisblatt has practiced continuously since becoming licensed in 1992 and has represented businesses ranging in size from one person start-up ventures to multi-national corporations employing hundreds of people in multiple countries. From 2005 through 2009 Mr. Weisblatt was in-house counsel and chief operating officer of a multi-national corporation in the steel products industry. That in-house position provided valuable insight into how businesses work and what they actually need from their lawyers – both in-house and outside counsel. Attorney Bio

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