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Greetings LGBT Community!
 

I hope you're enjoying this wonderful weather and getting ready for all the holiday excitement coming soon. 

 

This special LGBT newsletter has some interesting and informative articles about family planning, LGBT equality, and last minute tax planning tips. 

 

If you haven't already visited my YouTube page, please do so at youtube.com/LorieBurchLaw where you will find some wonderful informational videos.  To stay up-to-date with The Law Office of Lorie L. Burch be sure to "Like" our Facebook page.   

 

Stay in touch and feel free to email me with any questions!

 

Very truly yours, 

 

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Lorie L. Burch

Hot Topics In Estate Planning & Probate:

Family Planning for Same Sex Couples

  

Even though the State of Texas does not recognize same sex couples, there are family planning options and the legal documents available to protect your children.

 

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National Adoption Month: Finding a "Green Light" Agencies

 

National Adoption Month is upon us and families are waiting for their turn to finalize their    adoptions and make permanent what is already true in their hearts. Although adoptions are finalized in courtrooms every day around the country, National Adoption Month allows us to publicly share some amazing stories of adoption and to inspire others to consider adopting.

 

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Blockbuster at the Ballot Box

 

Election day was a blockbuster at the ballot box for LGBT equality.  While much will be said about the presidential and congressional races, the community is also thrilled by the votes in four states in favor of the freedom to marry and against discrimination. We have turned a corner toward equality in this country, and there is no turning back. 

 

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 Year-End Tax Planning Amid  an Uncertain Tax Landscape

 

As the end of 2012 approaches, there is considerable uncertainty regarding next year's tax landscape. Lawmakers face a "fiscal cliff" of tax increases, deficit reduction requirements, and federal spending cuts scheduled to take effect on January 1.

Changes in income tax rates will be an important topic of debate when Congress reconvenes after the election. Absent Congressional action, taxpayers face significant increases in income tax rates as a result of (a) the scheduled expiration of the Bush-era tax cuts and (b) new healthcare-related taxes imposed by the Affordable Care Act of 2010.

 

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 2012 Holly Jolly Ball

sponsored by Texas Instruments

 

When: Thursday, December 6, 2012 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Where: Avneu Lounge, 2912 McKinney Ave, Dallas 75204
 

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The Holly Jolly Ball is a fun and fabulous celebration . . . and it's all for a good cause.

The Holly Jolly Ball funds the GLBT Leadership Education & Advocacy Program (LEAP).

 

LEAP was created by the North Texas GLBT Chamber of Commerce to support youth and nurture the development of leaders in the GLBT community. LEAP awards educational scholarships to undergraduate GLBT and Allied students, who exhibit leadership potential, demonstrate strong academic abilities, and who are actively involved in school and community organizations. In addition to supporting higher education for GLBT/A youth, LEAP serves as a resource for leadership development, business mentoring and internships in and for the GLBT community.

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This newsletter provides information of a broad general nature only.   

The information contained in this article does not constitute legal or tax advice.