Julian Nacol Attorney at Law

05/29/2026

Buying property with a friend can sound easy until life changes. A clear agreement upfront can save the relationship later.

With rising home prices leading more people to co-buy homes with non-romantic partners, it's essential to have a co-tenancy agreement that clearly defines the deal. Here's what it should include.

05/29/2026

Not every relationship fits a traditional legal box. Clear agreements can help people avoid confusion later.

Premarital and post-marital agreements in Texas have a complex history immersed in the community property presumption, the state constitution, statutes and case law. Originally, such agreements were found to be unenforceable. But with amendments to the Texas Constitution, evolving statutes, recent c...

05/29/2026

When a business is part of a divorce, things can get complicated quickly. Ownership, value, and future income all matter.

When couples says “I do” one must be thoughtful of the potential consequences to a Small Business owner. A Small Business owner without proper preparation and/or knowledge may soon be saying “our assets” instead of “my assets”. Small Business owners should closely examine their fiduciary...

05/28/2026

Social media litigation keeps showing how online behavior can create real-world legal issues.

Meta has settled the first of many lawsuits brought by school districts across the country that sued social media companies seeking compensation for costs they say they incurred dealing with children’s social media addiction and mental health harms.

05/28/2026

A will is only one piece of the plan. The goal is to make things easier for the people who have to handle everything later.

Planning ahead is the best way to assure, protect and manage your estate upon your demise.  You have worked your whole life to accumulate the property that you own.  Who do you want to decide regarding how your life’s work will be distributed when you are gone?  A will can dictate the distribut...

05/28/2026

For a lot of families, pets are part of the plan too. We can help you draft a will to protect ALL members of your family.

As a responsible pet owner, it is important to ensure their quality of care continues should something unexpected happen to you. Is a will the best

05/27/2026

Some assets are harder to leave behind than people realize. Estate planning is partly about avoiding those surprises.

Leaving these assets to your loved ones may be more trouble than it’s worth. Here's how to avoid adding to their grief after you're gone.

05/27/2026

Starting a business is exciting, but the boring setup details matter. They can make life much easier later. Let us help you through the details so you can focus on your business.

You have decided that now is the time to start up your new business. Where do you start? This can be a very scary proposition for many people! Starting up a new business or forming a new entity doesn't have to be complicated but it needs to be done in a smart way. The key in structuring

05/26/2026

A lot of contract problems start with assumptions. Getting expectations in writing up front can save a lot of headaches down the road.

https://youtu.be/Y79HrggVU6o Verbal Contracts do exist and are legally enforceable in Texas, as a matter of law, if they meet necessary legal requirements and specificity. Adequate consideration must be given between the two parties of a verbal contract to make

05/26/2026

Property can come with hidden problems. Environmental issues are a good reminder that estate planning is practical, not just legal.

Careful estate planning is vital if property you own could be contaminated. Here's how to avoid handing your beneficiaries a huge legal and financial burden.

05/25/2026

Honoring and remembering those who gave their lives in service to our country. Wishing all a peaceful Memorial Day.