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Adrienne J. Arkontaky will speak on "Life Planning for Familiies of Children with Special Needs" at the 2010 COPAA Conference (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates) in St. Louis, Missouri, from March 11-14.
Dina Cohen was recently a judge for the Pace Law School Grand Moot Court Competition.
Adrienne Arkontaky and Margaret Vogt spoke on "Preparing for your Child's Annual Review" at a recent Mount Pleasant SEPTA meeting.
As a service to our clients and the many community organizations that serve them, Littman Krooks regularly publicizes local events on our website calendar. Click here to learn about activities that focus on special needs, elder law,estate planning, special needs planning, and special education advocacy. Know of an event we should list? Contact us at info@littmankrooks.com. |
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Elizabeth Valentin has been named the 1st District Representative for the Executive Committee of the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association. |
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Thursday Evenings
6:05 to 6:35 p.m.
Upcoming Guests
March 18, 2010 -
Dr. Christopher Tice, Brain Balance Achievement Center
March 25, 2010-
Diane Cooper,Geriatric Care Nurse, Caregivers Outreach Ministry Empowerment, Inc.
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Check out our blog, which addresses timely topics in the areas of elder law, special needs, special education advocacy, and estate planning. We want to hear your opinions! Post questions and comments and join the conversation. If you have ideas for blog topics, email us at info@littmankrooks.com. | |
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Littman Krooks Celebrates 20th Anniversary This year marks the 20th anniversary of Littman Krooks LLP. A great deal has changed since 1990. (Click here to read more) |
Estate Tax Changes
With Senate Democrats unable to persuade Republicans to extend the 2009 estate tax law for even a couple of months until a more permanent solution could be devised, there is currently no tax on the estates of those dying during 2010. (Click here to read more) |
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Preparing for Your Child's Annual Review
The annual review of your child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is just aroud the corner, and it's important that parents arrive prepared to discuss their child's special education program. (Click here to read more) |
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Visit Our New Website www.elderlawnewyork.com
This month, Littman Krooks has launched a new website focusing on elder law and estate planning.
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Financial Crisis Affects Prepaid 529 Plans
The current economy is affecting prepaid 529 Plans. Many plans are running out of money, causing states to impose higher fees or to consider shutting them down. (Click here to read more)
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Federal Legislation to Eliminate Use of "Mental Retardation"
Rosa's Law would replace the term "mental retardation" with "intellectual disability" in federal programs.
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Bank Pays Price for Refusing to Honor Request Made Under POA
Because of the risk of abuse, many banks will scrutinize a Power of Attorney (POA) carefully before allowing the agent to act on the principal's behalf, and often a bank will refuse to honor a POA. (Click here to read more) |
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Medicare Premium Rules Will Affect
Some Large Trusts
2010 Medicare premiums will increase for some beneficiaries of large Special Needs Trusts.(Click here to read more) |
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In the News
Here are just a few examples of recent media coverage relating to issues that may interest you...
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Seen and Heard
Littman Krooks attorneys are regularly in the community, addressing issues of interest in the areas of elder law, estate planning, special needs planning, and special education advocacy.
Vincent P. Mancino spoke on elder law at the Rotary Club of the Pelhams.
Bernard A. Krooks participated in a PESI webinar entitled "Special Needs Trusts and Estate Planning-Oil and Vinegar?"
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