Decker Jones, P.C.

02/17/2026

Thinking about turning your favorite recipes into a business?

Recent changes to Texas’ cottage food laws are making it easier for entrepreneurs to launch and grow home-based food businesses. With higher revenue thresholds and simplified regulatory requirements, these updates open the door for many Texans exploring small business ownership.

Natalie Waters, attorney at Decker Jones, breaks down what these changes mean for cottage food producers and emerging businesses in the latest issue of Fort Worth Inc.

Read the full story: https://issuu.com/fwtx/docs/fort_worth_inc._-_spring_2026/67

12/16/2025

Holiday bonuses are great, but other bonuses can leave a lump of coal in an employer’s stocking. Before finalizing bonus programs for 2026, read this article by Decker Jones attorney Vianei Braun in Fort Worth Inc. magazine. Don’t let your generosity turn into an expensive lawsuit!

Read the article:
https://issuu.com/fwtx/docs/fort_worth_inc._-_winter_2025/95

12/03/2025

The Permian Basin doesn’t stop at the Texas border, and neither does Decker Jones’ oil and gas practice. We’re proud to announce that Patrick Flueckiger was recently admitted to the State Bar of New Mexico, expanding our capabilities across state lines. Wherever you are in the Permian, Decker Jones has you covered.

11/25/2025

Join us in congratulating the 18 Decker Jones attorneys recognized in Fort Worth Magazine’s 2025 Top Attorneys list. This honor, based on peer nominations, reflects the respect they’ve earned across the legal community for their expertise and professionalism.
Well-done to Daniel Bates, Prichard Bevis, Vianei Braun, Eric C. Camp, Tony Cuesta, Mark Dugan, Kiala Ellingson, Adam Fulkerson, Michael Goodrich, Janet Hahn, Randy Hall, Charles Milliken, Gary Moates, Brad Rice, Philip Spencer, Natalie Waters, Eamonn Wiles, and Brian K. Yost.

The Decker Jones team is proud of the commitment and excellence they bring to our clients every day.

Read more here: https://deckerjones.com/news/18-decker-jones-attorneys-named-among-fort-worth-magazines-2025-top-lawyers/

11/19/2025

We’re excited to share that Christopher Flanagan, attorney in Business & Corporate Law at Decker Jones, is featured in Fort Worth Inc.’s latest issue for his article “Thinking About Selling Your Business? Here’s What to Consider.”

If you’re planning an exit, preparing for a sale, or just exploring your options, Christopher breaks down key factors every business owner should know.

Read the full article here:

https://issuu.com/fwtx/docs/fort_worth_inc._-_winter_2025/95

11/04/2025

Excellent article on charitable giving by our colleague Janet Hahn and the NTCF’s Amanda Lewis - two shining stars in our community!

For years, charitable giving through estate plans was seen mainly as a tax strategy. But that’s changing. Today, many individuals and families are asking bigger questions about what kind of impact they want to make and the legacy they want to leave.

In a recent article for FW Inc., NTCF's Amanda Lewis and Janet Hahn of Decker Jones, P.C. highlight how a values-driven approach is reshaping estate planning and how advisors can help guide these conversations.

Read more: https://loom.ly/mjFwriU

10/28/2025

Decker Jones is thrilled to announce that Kiala Ellingson has passed the patent bar exam and is a registered patent attorney with the USPTO. Kiala is a rising star in intellectual property law and our clients value her expertise in patent, copyright, trademark and trade secret matters. Congratulations to Kiala!



https://deckerjones.com/news/kiala-ellingson-now-registered-patent-attorney-with-uspto/

10/14/2025

Hard work, late nights, and determination all pay off! Join us in congratulating Christopher Flanagan on passing the Texas Bar Exam. We can’t wait to see what he’ll accomplish at Decker Jones.

10/08/2025

Two talented new associates have joined Decker Jones.

Christopher Flanagan joins the Business & Corporate Practice Group, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, tax planning, and real estate.

Jacob Kalinke joins Commercial Litigation, representing clients in commercial and real estate disputes, employment and construction matters, and personal injury defense.

Both bring outstanding academic credentials and a commitment to client service that reflect the Decker Jones tradition of professionalism, collaboration, and forward-thinking counsel.

We’re proud to have them on board as we continue to grow our team and deliver exceptional service to clients across North Central Texas and beyond.

Read more: https://deckerjones.com/news/decker-jones-adds-two-new-associates-strengthening-its-business-and-litigation-practices/

09/24/2025

A tradition of excellence and commitment to clients. We are proud to celebrate the five Decker Jones attorneys named to the 2025 Texas Super Lawyers list. Congratulations to Daniel Bates, Vianei Braun, Randy Hall, Gary Moates, and Brian K. Yost!



Read more here: https://deckerjones.com/news/five-decker-jones-attorneys-recognized-on-2025-texas-super-lawyers-list/

09/09/2025

Recent updates to Texas law are reshaping the protections available to executives and managers. In his latest Fort Worth INC. article, Decker Jones shareholder Philip Spencer examines what these reforms mean for business decision-makers in “Texas Provides New Protections to Business Managers.”

Read the full article here: https://fortworthinc.com/commentary/texas-strengthens-corporate-protections-with-new-business-ju/

Texas made itself a more attractive legal home for business by enacting Senate Bill 29 and Senate Bill 2411.