A Curated Reference for Texas Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
This page collects the government agencies, professional bodies, and reference resources we most often point business clients toward — for entity formation, tax registration, licensing, employment, intellectual property, and other recurring questions.
The links go to the official source wherever one exists. Each section is anchored so it can be linked to directly from elsewhere on the site.
A note on third-party links: Anunobi Law does not endorse, recommend, or assume any responsibility for the entities listed on this page. External resources are provided for convenience only. Information on government agency websites is subject to change without notice — always verify any information independently before relying on it.For an overview of how our firm can help with business formation, contracts, litigation, and advisory, see our Business Law Solutions page.
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Business and Finance Resources
General-purpose resources for starting, financing, and operating a small business.
- U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) — Federal agency supporting small businesses; loans, counseling, contracting, and education.
- SBA Learning Platform — Free courses on starting, managing, and growing a small business.
- SBA Business Guide — Step-by-step guide to planning, launching, managing, and growing a business.
- IRS — Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center — Federal tax resources organized by business stage and entity type.
- IRS — Checklist for Starting a Business — Federal pre-launch checklist covering EIN, entity selection, tax obligations, and recordkeeping.
- Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) — Free EIN application directly from the IRS. Avoid third-party services that charge fees for what is otherwise free.
- Houston Business Journal — Local business news and market data for the Houston region.
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce — National business advocacy and resources.
- Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) — Federal agency dedicated to growth of minority-owned businesses.
Texas State wide Resources
State agencies and programs Texas businesses interact with most often.
- Texas Secretary of State — Business and Public Filings — Entity formation, name reservations, registered agent filings, and certificates of fact.
- Texas Secretary of State — Related Business Resources — Curated list of related Texas agencies and forms.
- Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts — State tax administration: sales tax, franchise tax, and other Texas business taxes.
- Texas Workforce Commission — Unemployment insurance, employer obligations, and labor market information.
- Texas Department of Insurance — Small Business Resources — Workers’ compensation, commercial insurance, and regulatory guidance for Texas businesses.
- Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) — Licensing for regulated occupations and businesses in Texas.
- Texas Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program — Certification program for businesses owned by women, minorities, and service-disabled veterans.
- Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TRAIL) — Texas Records and Information Locator; gateway to state government information.
- Texas.gov — Business Portal — State government services portal.
Employee Benefits and Retirement
Resources for businesses dealing with retirement plans, pensions, and qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs) — the latter especially relevant when employee retirement assets are divided in family law matters.
- Pension Appraisers, Inc. — Pension valuation services. Phone: 1-800-447-0084.
- QDRO Services — Drafting and processing of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders for retirement-plan division. Phone: 1-877-531-8333.
- Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) — Federal corporation that protects defined-benefit pension plans. Phone: 1-800-400-7242.
- U.S. Department of Labor — Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) — ERISA, retirement, and health plan compliance.
- Social Security Administration — Phone: 1-800-772-1213.
Federal Resources
Federal agencies and reference resources relevant to business owners.
- U.S. Census Bureau — Demographic and economic data. Phone: (301) 763-4636.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) — Employment, wage, and economic statistics. Phone: (202) 691-5200.
- USA.gov — Federal government portal (formerly FirstGov).
- U.S. House of Representatives
- U.S. Senate
- The White House
- Library of Congress — Including federal legal research at Congress.gov.
Harris and Surrounding County Resources
Court and county resources for the geographic areas where the firm primarily practices.
Harris County
- Harris County District Courts — Administrative office of the district courts.
- Harris County Family Courthouse — Family court division.
- Harris County Civil Courthouse — Map and Directions
- Harris County District Clerk — E-filing and case records.
- City of Houston — Phone: (713) 837-0311.
Fort Bend County
- Fort Bend County — Phone: (281) 342-3411.
- Fort Bend County District Clerk — Phone: (281) 342-3411.
Galveston County
- Galveston County — Phone: (409) 762-8621.
- Galveston County District Clerk — Phone: (409) 766-2424.
Montgomery County
- Montgomery County — Phone: (936) 539-7886.
- Montgomery County District Courts
Brazoria County
- Brazoria County — Phone: (979) 849-5711.
- Brazoria County Courts
Legal Directories and Legal Resources
Bar associations, statutory references, and legal research resources.
- State Bar of Texas — Texas attorney directory, ethics, and continuing legal education. Phone: (512) 427-1463.
- State Bar of Texas — CLE Courses — Continuing legal education resources.
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization — Find Texas attorneys who are board certified in their practice area.
- Houston Bar Association — Local bar association. Phone: (713) 759-1133.
- Texas Statutes — Authoritative source for Texas codes and statutes.
- Texas Legislature Online — Legislative bills, history, and floor action.
- Texas Judicial Branch — Statewide court directory and information.
- U.S. Courts — Federal court system portal.
- Texas Society of CPAs (TSCPA) — Texas certified public accountants. Dallas: (972) 687-8500. Austin: (512) 445-0044.
- Texas Homeland Security — Emergency management and security resources.
Intellectual Property Resources
Trademark, copyright, and patent resources for businesses protecting their intellectual property.
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) — Federal patent and trademark registration.
- USPTO — Trademarks — Trademark search and registration (TESS, TEAS).
- USPTO — Patents — Patent search and application resources.
- U.S. Copyright Office — Federal copyright registration.
Disclaimer
Anunobi Law PLLC does not endorse, recommend, or accept responsibility for any third-party entity, website, or service listed on this page. External resources are provided for the convenience of visitors and are not legal advice. Information on government agency websites and other third-party sites is subject to change without notice; please verify any information independently before acting on it.
The information on this page is not a substitute for legal advice. For questions about your specific business law situation, contact our office for a consultation.
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