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Social Security Benefits to Edge Up 1.7 Percent
The nation's elderly and disabled Social 
Security recipients will receive a 1.7 percent
increase in payments in 2013. This is expected
to raise the average monthly payment for the typical
retired worker by $21. The increase is less than half of last year's 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
Unfortunately, the modest rise will probably be at least partially offset by Medicare's premium increases for 2013, which will be announced soon. The same COLA will apply to pensions for federal government retirees and most veterans.
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Law School for Social Workers this Wednesday
Join Attorneys Jeffrey A. Bloom and
Patricia C. D'Agostino as they host our 
Law School for Social Workers this Wednesday,
December 12th, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Springhouse Assisted Living, located at 44 Allandale Road in Jamaica Plain. Topics will include Planning for MassHealth Eligibility, Benefits for Community Care, and Veteran's Benefits.
 Social Workers will receive two NASW approved CEUs. The fee is $30 in advance and $35 at the door with all proceeds going to the Alzheimer's Association.
To register and for further information, click here, contact Rachel Sandler by e-mail (rs@margolis.com) or by telephone (617-267-9700).
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Sharing the Pie: Estate Planning Conflicts and Recipes for Resolution
This Wednesday learn how to help your clients prevent and resolve adult family conflicts regarding estates and estate planning. Jeffrey A. Bloom will provide an update on the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code (MUPC) and will share an Estate Planning Attorney's perspective. Crystal Thorpe will also share Mediation case examples, along with tips and tools for working with multiple parties and building consesus. This program will take place on Wednesday, December 12th, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Wellesley Public Library. It is open to the public and free to attend. Please RSVP to admin@MCFM.org to reserve a space. |
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Margolis & Bloom is Looking for a Paralegal
Margolis & Bloom seeks an experienced paralegal to join our team. Paralegals in our firm have significant responsibility for the matters to which they are assigned with considerable client contact. They are key to our commitment to client service. Successful candidates will have previous experience in one or more of the following fields: estate planning, estate administration, guardianship and MassHealth applications. If interested, please e-mail a cover letter and resume to Eugenia Andrade at ea@margolis.com. |
 Boston Location for Your Business
Two offices available in Copley Square, opposite Trinity Church. Ideal for solo practitioners or anyone needing a part-time Boston location. For more information, call Eugenia Andrade at 617/267-9700 or send an e-mail to ea@margolis.com |
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