Elder Law Bulletin
November 2008
Littman Krooks LLP
New York City  White Plains  Fishkill

Greetings!
 
We have sent you this e-newsletter to keep you updated on the very latest in elder law news. Littman Krooks LLP is a law firm dedicated to serving the needs of seniors and those with special needs.
 
Congratulations to Bernie Krooks on being elected President of the Special Needs Alliance (SNA). To find out more about Special Needs Alliance, visit their website at www.specialneedsalliance.org.
 
Please contact Nicole Garcia at (212) 490-2020 or (914) 684-2100 if you are interested in having an attorney from Littman Krooks LLP speak at your facility.
 
As always, your comments and questions are important to us. You may send them to info@littmankrooks.com.
 
 
 

Annual Gift Tax Exclusion Jumping to $13,000 Next Year

 
 
The annual gift tax exclusion will increase from $12,000 to $13,000 effective January 1, 2009, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced. Click here to read more. 
Tax Deductions for Assisted Living Costs
 
If you or a family member lives in an assisted living facility, you know that assisted living costs continue to rise every year. But did you know some of those costs may be tax deductible? Click here to read more

Writing a Memorandum of Intent for a Special Needs Child

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How can you ensure that your special needs child will remain well cared for and secure once others assume the role of guardian or caregiver? Click here to read more 
 
About Our Law Firm
 
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Littman Krooks LLP offers legal services in several areas of law, including Elder law, Special Needs Planning, Special Education Advocacy, Trusts and Estates, Guardianship, Estate and Tax Planning, Estate Administration/Probate, Medicaid, Public Benefits and Corporate and Securities.  Our offices are located at 655 Third Avenue,  New York, New York,  399 Knollwood Road, White Plains, New York and 21 Old Main Street, Fishkill, New York. To find out more information about Littman Krooks LLP visit our website at www.littmankrooks.com. 
In This Issue
Annual Gift Tax Exclusion Jumping to $13,000 Next Year
Tax Deductions for Assisted Living Costs
Writng a Memorandum of Intent for a Special Needs Child
Attorney Spotlight
 
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Congratulations to Elizabeth Valentin for being honored for her work in the elder law community. To find out more about Elizabeth or any of our attorneys please visit our website at www.littmankrooks.com
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