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12 05, 2022

Other Protective Arrangements

2024-12-11T14:12:33-05:00Tags: , |

This issue of The Voice® was written by SNA member Jacob Menashe of Hickman Menashe, P.S. in Lynnwood and Bellevue, Washington. Serving clients in the greater Snohomish and King County areas and throughout Washington, the firm works with their clients on legal concerns related to elder law and estate planning. Jacob was assisted by a former associate of his firm, Sage Graves Slugić, now practicing at Graunke Ayoub Law in Seattle, Washington. 

11 12, 2022

Robert B. Fleming Spotlight

2022-11-12T12:56:04-05:00

INTRODUCING ROBERT B. FLEMING, CELA Robert Fleming, CELA was practicing elder law even before it was called “elder law.” His tips for success include carrying yourself with purpose, staying curious and humble on the job, and even bluffing a little bit when you need to. You’ll get better acquainted with Robert [...]

11 12, 2022

Rebecca Kueny Spotlight

2022-11-12T12:50:32-05:00

INTRODUCING REBECCA KUENY, ESQ. Rebecca Kueny, SNA Sponsored Member in Oregon, initially aimed to be a social worker so she could advocate for seniors, people with disabilities, and families with limited resources. She unexpectedly found work in a law firm, where she discovered that estate planning and elder law were also [...]

11 03, 2022

Special Needs Alliance Announces its 2022-2023 Board of Directors and Officers

2023-03-17T11:51:42-04:00

Tucson, AZ – November 3, 2022 –The Special Needs Alliance (SNA), the national organization comprised of attorneys committed to the practice of disability and public benefits law,  has announced its 2022-2023 Board of Directors.   “As we mark the end of SNA’s 20th anniversary celebrations, we proudly welcome a new board of directors,” said SNA Executive [...]

10 25, 2022

Finding Answers

2024-08-30T09:37:23-04:00

ABLE Estate Planning Housing, Support & Maintenance Litigation and Benefits Marriage, Divorce & Support Planning for Minors, Adulthood, Guardianship and Alternatives Social Security Benefits Special Needs Trusts Taxation Trust Administration

10 18, 2022

The Top 5 Things to Know When Your Child With Disabilities Turns 18

2024-12-03T08:53:17-05:00Tags: , , , , , , |

The eighteenth birthday of a child with special needs marks the beginning of significant changes regarding the benefits and services they can receive. While there are many things to consider, we have outlined the top five to help you prepare for your child’s major milestone.

08 11, 2022

Supported Decision-Making in the US: History and Legal Background

2024-12-11T14:32:51-05:00

This issue of The Voice® was written by SNA Honorary Member David M. English, who is a Professor of Law at the University of Missouri School of Law. He received his Juris Doctor from Northwestern University in Chicago, and his areas of expertise include elder law, estate planning, guardianship, probate, trust law and uniform acts.

07 07, 2022

Special Needs Alliance Supports the Proposed Special Needs Trust Improvement Act

2023-03-17T11:51:28-04:00

Tucson, AZ – July 7, 2022 – The Special Needs Alliance (SNA), the national organization comprised of attorneys committed to the practice of disability and public benefits law, is proud to have advocated for and supported the Special Needs Trust (SNT) Improvement Act of 2022, which was introduced by Senators Todd Young (R-IN) and Maggie [...]