Shelby Law, PLLC

08/10/2026

Data center developers can use nondisclosure agreements and shell companies to shield the details of their deals from the public. Even state officials also say they need more transparency from the industry.

08/10/2026

https://www.texastribune.org/2026/08/10/texas-data-centers-transparency-information/

Data center developers can use nondisclosure agreements and shell companies to shield the details of their deals from the public. Even state officials also say they need more transparency from the industry.

08/10/2026

Data centers are landing all over Texas — and a lot of Texans are finding out about the one next door far too late.

I was quoted today in the Texas Tribune on why these deals stay so quiet. Here's the honest answer: confidentiality has a real, lawful place in economic development. NDAs during site selection are standard, and frankly, nothing would get done without them.

But there's a bright line between confidential and hidden. Under Texas law, cities can negotiate incentives privately — then they have to put it on a public agenda and vote in the open. Transparency isn't optional; it's just timed.

That's where we come in. At Shelby Law, we help:

🏗️ Developers & landowners protect proprietary information the right way
🏛️ Cities & EDCs build incentive and abatement records that survive open-records scrutiny
📋 Everyone get the zoning, permitting, and water/power questions answered before the vote

With the state signaling tougher reporting rules ahead, the smart move is to structure it right the first time.

On any side of a data-center or land-use project in North Texas? Let's talk.

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06/03/2026

At Shelby Law, PLLC, we bring personal attention to your professional matters — and professionalism for your personal matters.

Whether you’re a city, water district, or school district working through a complex regulatory question, or a family planning for what comes next, attorney Brandon S. Shelby offers steady, responsive counsel you can reach when you need it.

How we help:
• Municipal Law
• Water & Utility Law
• Land Use
• Family Law
• School Law
• Wills & Trusts

Proudly serving clients across Texoma and North Texas. Let’s talk.

Call: (903) 357-5101
Email: [email protected]
Online: www.shelbylawpllc.com

05/28/2026

You've cared for them your entire life — through every late night, every sacrifice, every moment big and small. Your family deserves certainty, not confusion. A will is one of the greatest gifts you can give the people you love most. Don't let a lifetime of love and hard work be left to chance. Let's make sure your wishes are heard and your family is protected. 💛

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05/25/2026

Today we pause to honor the men and women who gave everything in service to this country. Words are not enough — but they are what we have.
Our office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day. We will return tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26th.
To our veterans, active duty service members, and first responders — and to the families who carry the weight of that service every day — thank you. From all of us at Shelby Law, PLLC.
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A note to those who serve:
Shelby Law, PLLC is honored to offer discounted rates to veterans and first responders on all family law matters — divorce, custody, guardianship, child support, and more.
If you or someone you love is navigating a difficult family legal situation, please don't let cost be the reason you go without representation. Call us. We'll take care of you.

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📍 Shelby Law, PLLC · Sherman, TX · Serving all of North Texas

05/13/2026

Most parents spend 18 years making every decision for their child.
Then, overnight, the law says they can't.

The moment your child turns 18, you lose automatic access to their medical records. Hospitals legally cannot speak to you without written authorization. Banks treat you as a stranger to their accounts. Schools won't share a grade, a bill, or an enrollment status — even if you're writing the checks.

This isn't a technicality. It catches thousands of North Texas families completely off guard every year.

Before your child leaves for college — or the military, or their first apartment — these five documents need to be signed:

📋 Medical Power of Attorney — names who makes healthcare decisions if they can't
📝 HIPAA Release — allows doctors and hospitals to speak with you
💼 Financial Power of Attorney — allows you to manage accounts and handle finances on their behalf
🎓 FERPA Waiver — filed with the university, gives you access to academic records
📜 Directive to Physicians — documents your young adult's own medical wishes

Most families finish all five in a single appointment. We prepare everything in advance.

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05/05/2026

⚖️ Thinking about divorce — or worried your spouse might be? In Texas, what you do before you file matters just as much as what happens in court.

Texas family law changed significantly on September 1, 2025, with major updates to custody schedules, child support calculations, and parental rights. Here are 6 steps every Texan should take to protect themselves:

✅ Get legal advice before making any moves
✅ Gather all financial records immediately
✅ Document your separate property with evidence
✅ Know the rules on retirement accounts — 401(k)s, pensions, and IRAs each have different requirements
✅ Track your involvement as a parent — Texas now automatically starts with an expanded possession schedule, and blocking visitation can result in criminal charges
✅ Review your will, insurance, and beneficiaries

Texas is a community property state, meaning most assets acquired during the marriage are presumed jointly owned — but how they're divided, and how retirement accounts are handled, depends heavily on the type of asset and how well you've documented your position.

Every situation is different. Don't navigate this alone — we can help you understand your rights and build a strategy that protects you and your family.

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Personal attention to your professional matters. Professionalism for your personal matters.

04/29/2026

Do you have a will?
Most people put it off — not because they don't care, but because it feels heavy or far away. But here's the truth: a will isn't about death. It's about love.
Without one, the state decides:

Who raises your children
Who gets your home, your savings, your belongings
How long your family waits — and fights — through probate

Even in close, loving families, the absence of a will can tear people apart. And in families where things are already complicated? It can be devastating.
A simple, properly drafted will puts YOU in control — and gives your family the gift of clarity when they need it most.
At Shelby Law PLLC, we make it straightforward, personal, and affordable.
Talk to us today. It matters more than you think.
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04/27/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nothing means more to us than hearing that our clients feel protected, informed, and valued.

When a business owner came to us to review a commercial lease before signing, we dug into the details — identifying risk, providing clear guidance, and making sure they could move forward with confidence.

That's exactly what Shelby Law is here for. Whether you're signing a lease, starting a business, or navigating a complex legal matter, you deserve an attorney who treats your business like it's their own.

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📞 903-357-5101
🌐 www.shelbylawpllc.com

Personal attention to your professional matters. Professionalism for your personal matters.