What Will Happen If Business Partners Fail to Establish Articles of Partnership?
Failing to establish articles of partnership can create significant uncertainty for business partners. Without a written partnership agreement defining rights, responsibilities, ownership interests, and decision-making authority, disputes become more likely and more difficult to resolve.
While a partnership may still exist without formal articles of partnership, the lack...
LLC vs Corporation in Texas: Main Differences & What’s Best?
When establishing a business in Texas, selecting an appropriate legal framework is a foundational decision that governs future operations, tax liabilities, and asset protection. For founders seeking to insulate personal assets from business-related liabilities, two popular options are the Limited Liability Company (LLC) and Corporation.
While both entities...
Removing a Manager vs Removing a Member in an LLC
The text from your business partner is short and final: “We need her out by the end of the month.” But “her” is a manager and a member of your Dallas LLC, and Texas law treats those two roles very differently. Removing a manager from a Texas LLC is generally allowed by...
Oppression Claims by Minority Shareholders
You poured years and savings into a Dallas company, took a minority position because you trusted the founders, and watched your share of the business slowly disappear. Dividends stopped. Access to the books vanished. The job you held inside the company was eliminated. If you have searched online, you may have read...
Governing Generative AI at Work: How to Reduce Legal Risk and Protect Your Business
Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT and enterprise copilots are now embedded in everyday business operations. Employees use them to draft contracts, generate marketing copy, write code, and analyze data. But when these tools are adopted without clear policies or legal oversight, business owners inherit risks they may not fully understand.
Sul Lee Law Firm Attorney Michael Bell Featured in Law360
Sul Lee Law Firm attorney Michael Bell was recently featured in Law360, a prominent national legal news publication covering major litigation, court decisions, and developments across the legal industry.
The June 3, 2026 article covered a commercial dispute before the Texas Business Court and...
Sul Lee Law Firm Recognized as a 2026 Fast 100 Asian American Business
Sul Lee Law Firm is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a 2026 Fast 100 Asian American Business, an award honoring fast-growing Asian American-owned and led companies across the United States.
The recognition is presented in connection with the CelebrAsian Business +...
To Dupe or Not to Dupe? Intellectual Property Issues related to Duplicate Products
In the era of social media influencing and content-creation, “dupe culture” has become pervasive, with people with massive follower counts ultimately shaping what is perceived as “cool or trendy.” Every few scrolls on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, users are being bombarded with people showing off their luxury purchases, from Chanel classic-flap...
Do Joint Ventures Actually Help Business Growth?
Yes, joint ventures can help business growth when they are structured carefully and aligned with clear goals. They allow businesses to share resources, enter new markets, and reduce risk, but the benefits depend on how well the relationship is defined and managed.
A joint venture can open doors that...
What to Do Before You File (or Face) a Business Lawsuit
Before filing or responding to a business lawsuit, you should review your contracts, preserve evidence, assess your risks, and consider whether the dispute can be resolved without litigation. Early decisions can affect cost, timing, and leverage in a dispute.
When you are dealing with a business conflict, it is...