FinCEN has permanently ended beneficial ownership information reporting for companies created in the United States. Most Dallas small businesses no longer have a federal BOI report to file or update. A Dallas small business lawyer can help confirm that the exemption applies. The change became final in August 2026, but it doesn’t end every duty…
The federal estate tax exemption rose to $15 million per person in 2026. That may make tax planning seem less urgent, but taxes are only one part of a sound plan. A Dallas estate planning lawyer can help check whether your documents still fit your assets and wishes. The new amount has no scheduled expiration….
If the executor delays the estate or refuses to explain what’s happening, beneficiaries might get worried. Under Texas law, a probate court may remove an executor under certain circumstances, but frustration alone is not necessarily a reason for removal. A Texas estate lawyer can help a beneficiary decide if the facts support a court action….
The IRS removed its public Delinquent FBAR Submission Procedures page in July 2026. That page had offered a defined route for certain taxpayers whose foreign income was properly reported but whose FBARs were late. A Texas tax lawyer can help Dallas-area business owners and expats understand what the change means for older filings. The removal…
A disagreement over an estate can stop a simple probate case from moving forward. A relative may question the will or object to the person chosen to manage the estate. Other disputes concern property ownership or the way an executor is handling assets. A Texas estate planning lawyer can explain the court process and help…
Green card holders often keep bank accounts or investments in the country where they once lived. Those accounts may create U.S. reporting duties even when no money enters the United States. Failure to report them can lead to civil penalties or a criminal investigation. An international tax lawyer can review the account history and explain…
When a loved one passes away, family members may inherit land or a home together. This can create problems when one person wants to sell and the other wants to keep the property. Heirs’ property disputes can be emotional because the property may have financial value and family history. A Texas probate lawyer can help…
Probate can be wildly stressful when the person administering an estate isn’t being fair. Beneficiaries might feel excluded or worry that the estate’s assets are being squandered. In Texas, an executor, administrator, or trustee can have fiduciary duties. This means they need to be careful when they are dealing with property that doesn’t belong to…
Current Industry Conditions on America’s Farms and Ranches There is trouble on America’s small farms and ranches in Texas and around the U.S. For years the farming industry in America has been on the decline. Commodity prices have been down. Costs of goods has been up. Farm and ranch equipment old and there is no…
Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life. People use AI tools to write emails, create budgets, research topics, and even draft legal documents. Some people are now asking, in the absence of professional assistance, whether or not AI can come up with a valid estate plan. In some instances, technology can be a useful…
There’s more to estate planning than just dashing off a will. For some individuals, trusts can be a helpful tool to organise and protect family assets and plan for future taxes. A grantor trust is a special type of trust that can be used for some estate planning strategies. These arrangements can be complex, so…
Why should young people and couples care about estate planning. When many people think about estate planning, they envision their parents, grandparents or others like these who have had long careers, accumulated a lot of material wealth, perhaps. Estate planning is about wealth accumulation, wealth protection and wealth distribution. But estate planning; at its core,…
Whether you’re a small or medium-sized business owner seeking tax or business representation, or an individual seeking estate assistance, we are ready to provide vigorous and compassionate legal support. Reach out to Coleman Jackson, P.C. today to discuss how we can help you.