What kind of lawyer do I need to sue a person for money they promised to pay me back that is over $100,000?

It sounds like perhaps a breach of contract situation, but there may be a statute of limitations issue if some of the debt stems back to 12 years...

Do I need to register my online company? And what should I register it as?

I'm assuming you are referring to forming an entity to conduct business through. You could operate as a sole-proprietor and if you operate under a...

If one out of three owners leaves a S-Corp early with 3 1/2 years left on lease, what money are they entitled to get paid out?

Generally, when one shareholder wants out of the business, there are provisions in the corporate documents (Bylaws, Articles, Shareholder...

Can judgment creditors force judgment debtor's tenants to forfeit the rent to the sheriff?

In short, Yes. The writ of execution allows the sheriff to take possession of the property (money) specified to fulfill the judgment. Its similar...

What can a debt collector do to me, after they have been granted a judgment against me.

The judgment is valid for 10 years and can be renewed for 10 year periods after that. The Creditor could levy your bank accounts, lien any property...

Can I take my issue to small claims for payment?

You could bring an action for breach of a (verbal) contract. Determine the total value of all the verbal contracts made and if it is under a...

Which state should my lawyer be located in?

Without more specifics, it seems like you may need a TX lawyer if you are filing in TX state courts.

I would consider the proposed structure of any serious investor/funding source. In my experience most legitimate angel investors/VC's have a...

Startup Companies, Venture Capital, and Financing

If you take money from others for your business (whether debt or equity) there are certain Securities and disclosure requirements triggered. Both...

Tri-party or multi-party agreements are possible and enforceable. Without more information about what this transaction involved, its hard to say...