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Houston Securities Lawyer

The complex and evolving legal landscape governing financial investments is the main area of concentration for Houston business attorneys. Working with one of the Houston Securities Lawyer at Titus Law Firm  will enable you to manage your money more effectively and to recover any losses brought on by carelessness.

Do you currently own a business or are you considering doing so? Things can go horribly wrong if you don’t have a Houston business attorney fighting for your rights in a crucial business situation. Your investing troubles might be resolved by a Houston business attorney.

Why You Need a Houston Securities Lawyer

Ask us About Safe Harbor Investments

Businesses employ this strategy to prevent takeovers. In order to avoid a hostile takeover, a firm will deliberately buy a company with strict standards. As a result, the firm appears less desirable to the other company interested in acquiring it. If you’re interested in this, feel free to bring it up in your free case evaluation.

General Partnerships or Limited Partnerships—Which is Right for You?

When two or more partners join together to launch a firm, they create a general partnership; it is the most fundamental and straightforward sort of partnership. Each individual is referred to as a general partner in a company with two or more persons operating in collaboration for profit.

Although a general partnership is not required by Texas law to have a partnership agreement, it is often a good idea to have one. Prospective company partners should draft a formal partnership agreement outlining their respective roles, ownership stakes, and operational procedures for the collaboration. A Houston Securities Lawyer at Titus Law Firm can help draft a partnership agreement to avoid confusion between partners.

Limited partnerships must submit a limited partnership certificate to the Texas Secretary of State in order to insulate its limited partners from the obligations and liabilities of the corporate entity.

A formal partnership agreement that specifies the general and limited partners, as well as their respective obligations and rights, is a good idea since a limited partnership enables the partners to transfer earnings and losses directly via the corporation to the partners. The Titus Law Firm can help at all stages, with all concerns.

Your Houston, Texas Private Equity Firm

The Titus Law Firm has a wealth of expertise representing real estate and private equity businesses in complicated transactions in a range of sectors, whether you’re working on small, mid-market, or huge deals.

A key element of creating a private equity fund is adhering to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and state requirements. The Houston securities lawyers at The Titus Law Firm are qualified to represent venture capital and private equity clients with regard to all facets of their company and investments.

Federal Exemptions

An offer or sale of a security is subject to federal securities laws. It must either be registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or qualify for an exemption.

Some corporations can issue and sell their securities without registering the offering with the SEC, thanks to the exemptions provided by Regulation D under the Securities Act.

Rule 504

Any company seeking to raise capital from investors must either meet the exemption requirements or register the securities with the SEC and the relevant state securities board(s).

The SEC changed Regulation D by repealing Rule 505 and amending Rule 504 in 2017. Under Rule 504, the previous cap on businesses raising money was increased from $1 million to $10 million. Additionally, there is no restriction on the number of investors, and investors do not have to be accredited. There is also no need for disclosure. The company may advertise under certain conditions.

The SEC must receive a notice on Form D, and “bad actors” are not eligible for the exemption.

Rule 506(b)

When corporations issue and sell securities, Rule 506 of Regulation D allows two special exemptions from registration. Companies that depend on Rule 506 exemptions are permitted to raise unlimited money.

A corporation can be sure it falls within the exemption under Rule 506(b)—a “safe harbor” under the Securities Act—by meeting a couple of requirements, including:

  • The number of “accredited investors” to which the corporation may sell stocks is unlimited, while the maximum number of additional buyers is 35.
  • All non-accredited investors must be “sophisticated,” which means they must have the knowledge and expertise in financial and commercial topics to weigh the benefits and dangers of a potential investment.
  • The business is not permitted to market the securities by general solicitation or advertising.

Speak to a qualified Houston securities lawyer at Titus Law Firm for additional requirements.

Rule 506(c)

Rule 506(c) allows issuers to widely seek and widely publicize an offering as long as the issuer takes reasonable measures to confirm that all buyers in the offering are accredited investors and specific additional requirements in Regulation D are met.

Companies that adhere to Rule 506(b) or (c) need not register their offering of securities with the SEC, but they must submit an electronic form known as Form D to the SEC following their initial sale of shares.

Regulation Crowdfunding

A private company may raise money from the public through Regulation Crowdfunding, an exemption from securities laws.

Crowdfunding is a method that enables small businesses and startups to raise money from numerous people who might not otherwise be considered “accredited investors.”

A Regulation Crowdfunding offering is open to everyone. Nonetheless, you are restricted in how much you may invest in these transactions for any 12-month period due to the dangers of this type of investment. Your annual income and net worth will determine the maximum amount you are permitted to invest.

Regulation A

There are two distinct tiers under Regulation A. In 2015, Regulation A was revised to enable businesses to generate income under two categories corresponding to two sorts of investments.

Under Tier 1, an issuer may raise up to $20 million in 12 months. Tier 2 allows issuers to raise $75 million in a single 12-month period.

Companies in Tier 1 are exempt from ongoing reporting obligations but are still required to submit a report on the outcome of the offering. Companies in Tier 2 are obliged to submit ongoing reports that include the company’s final status and audited financial statements.

Tier 1 and Tier 2 offerings must meet fundamental criteria, such as corporate eligibility, rules for disqualifying bad actors, and disclosure.

Contact one of our Houston securities attorneys for more information on requirements.

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5850 San Felipe St., Suite 500
Houston, TX 77057

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You can resolve your complex corporate, business, securities, and commercial legal issues with the help of the Houston securities experts at Titus Law Firm. Our legal team can advance your interests despite the complexity of securities litigation.

Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

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The details and legalities of real estate law, business law, probate law, and estate planning are nuanced and require the attention of a team that is committed to applying best practices of emerging law and adjacent legal practice areas that lend themselves to better asset management and even generational wealth accumulation.
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Synergizing our broadband knowledge of legal matters that impact the bottom line of your life and legacy allow us to move easily across the Houston market to provide legal counsel when it matters most - just before the apex of change. Our ability to move clients into the next chapter of life and the next level of success, is why we are repeatedly chosen by those who need real solutions in real time.

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Titus Law Firm is the most professional and knowledgeable firm I've come across. Everyone that is apart of the firm is a huge resource. Mr. Eddison Titus is very passionate about his work and it shows in his skills. I would strongly recommend allowing Titus Law Firm to represent your behalf. Trusted experts with a love for service.
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Creating sophisticated legal solutions with simplicity and ease. Whether you need an estate planning attorney, real estate attorney, or business attorney, The Titus Law Firm can help you determine the legal structure for your current needs.

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Create peace of mind and a path forward with ease and security

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an "accredited investor"?

An accredited investor is anyone who:

  • Earned more than $200,000 (or $300,000 when combined with a spouse or spousal equivalent) per year for the previous two years and reasonably anticipates doing the same this year
  • Possesses a Series 7, 65, or 82 license in good standing
  • Has a net worth of more than $1 million, individually or jointly with a spouse or spousal equivalent (excluding the value of the individual’s primary residence),
What is a 'bad actor' disqualification?

Suppose the issuer or other relevant parties, such as underwriters, placement agents, directors, officers, and significant shareholders, have experienced a disqualifying event, such as being found guilty of or subject to legal or administrative sanctions for violations of specific laws. In that case, the securities offerings are not allowed to rely on Regulation A.

Talk to a member of our team to understand why.

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