You have a great idea so you get to work and start spreading the word – but did you patent your work before doing so? If not, you could be at risk of losing your intellectual property! The Smithsonian Museum has rounded up some cases through history that highlight the need for a good business lawyer on the side of inventors and entrepreneurs (http://bit.ly/1iKK4zL) – did you know that even Barbie was involved in this type of litigation? More current cases involving big-name companies can be found here: http://bit.ly/2jt6MgH. 

Before you launch on your next big business idea, take some time to sit down with the Marroquin Law group. We will protect your ideas from potential thievery!

If you’re co-founding a company, you might not be worried about your partner taking advantage of you; after all you are partners, through thick and thin, right?  Don’t be so trusting! When that company ends up being worth millions or even billions, relationships tend to take a backseat to the bottom line. If you did not protect yourself with contracts and the proper agreements before beginning your venture, you run the risk of being pushed out by your partners. Recently, Snapchat has settled a lawsuit filed by its ousted co-founder, Reggie Brown, who almost suffered this fate. (Read more: http://read.bi/2iuZ8R3.)

If youÂ’re thinking of starting a business with a partner (even a family member) make sure to do everything by the book with the help of the Marroquin law group. We will ensure that the structure of your new venture is crystal clear to all parties, setting you up for a litigation-free future.

If youÂ’re business-minded, you may be interested in starting, buying, or managing a business all of your own. However, there is more to being a business-owner than selling your product and turning a profit. The legal side of running a business is littered with laws and regulations that could be costly and time consuming, but theyÂ’re all put in place to protect both the consumer and business-owner. Marroquin Law group can help you with all aspects of business law, whether you are filing paperwork to start a brand new business, trademarking a product, or creating contracts to hire employees. Buying an existing business can quickly become a messy affair, but it doesnÂ’t have to be. Marroquin law group is well-versed in all aspects of business law to ensure youÂ’re in compliance. Should you find yourself in a sticky business situation, Marroquin law group will represent you from initial consultation through to the final verdict.

A divorce is not the only way to end a marriage in the State of Texas. While a divorce is the dissolution of a valid and legal marriage, an annulment is the cancellation of a marriage that should not have happened. After an annulment, you can legally say you were never married. However, children of parents who later annul their marriage retain their rights to both parentsÂ’ financial support and inheritance.

Either partner can file for an annulment, but they must prove they have grounds for the court to grant it. Major fraud must be present in the marriage for the couple to qualify for an annulment, such as bigamy (your spouse was married to another person at the time they married you), forced consent, incest, and mental incapacity, among others.

The annulment will not be granted if the couple continues to live together after the fraud was discovered.

The experienced and trained staff at the Marroquin Law Firm will do their best to help you find the grounds necessary to convince the court to nullify your marriage. Contact us today at 956-287-7400.

“Till death do us part” is not always a promise you can keep. If the problems in your marriage are beyond repair and filing for divorce is your next step, you will want to know the procedure for doing so in Texas.

To file for divorce in Texas, one spouse must have lived in Texas for at least six months prior to filing, and at least one must reside in the county where the petition is filed for at least 90 days. After you have filed, if there is no opposition, a divorce will become official after a 60 day waiting period.

Texas is a no fault state. This means you do not need to prove wrong doing, such as abuse or infidelity, to file for divorce. You are also not obligated to stay in a marriage if your spouse refuses to sign the divorce papers.
Although the process of divorce may be overwhelming on a personal level, the experienced and compassionate staff at the Marroquin Law Firm are here to help you in the courtroom. Contact us today 956-287-7400 to obtain the most beneficial divorce possible.

It is a simple fact of life that not all relationships have a happy ending. While the decision to bring a marriage to a close is between the couple, they should consult a professional about how to proceed with the legalities. If you live in Texas and are considering a separation from your partner, be informed about your options. The Marroquin Law Firm has an experienced staff to help you make the process as easy as possible.

For individuals in most of the country, one course of action is separation; a couple remains legally married, but typically have chosen to live apart. The State of Texas does not recognize a legal separation.

However, a couple may file a Suit Affecting Parent-Child Relationship (SAPCR) or community property division. With this type of petition a couple remains legally married, but separates assets and establishes a custody agreement if children or pets are involved.

If you are experiencing trouble in your marriage and considering separation or divorce, contact the Marroquin Law Firm at 956-287-7400 today.