Texas law does not require employment contracts. As a "right to work" state, Texas does not put many legal limits on employment relationships.The Houston employment lawyers at HKM Employment Attorneys, LLP, can help you resolve disputes over your employment contract. Meet with an experienced attorney to review your contract. Find information about laws that protect workers. Learn how to claim unpaid wages or file a complaint for employment or housing discrimination. The agreement must be based on mutual consent, involve consideration, and cannot violate any laws or public policy. Generally, any agreement to work and be paid for in Texas qualifies as an employment contract. This article gives basic information on contracts and the general rights and remedies under a contract. It also clearly defines job expectations, hours, pay and other terms which both parties agree to.