Hickman Lowder is dedicated to ensuring successful administration of the trusts that we draft for your family members with special needs. This includes educating your trustees so they are prepared to successfully administer the trust you have established. On February...
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Children With Special Needs
What is Free Appropriate Public Education?
When the government provides certain benefits, it should make those benefits equally accessible to people of all backgrounds and personal situations. There have been numerous federal laws and court rulings affirming the rights of individuals in various scenarios....
What is an IEP and what does it accomplish?
Classrooms require that teachers provide instruction to possibly dozens of children simultaneously. Some children will struggle more than their peers in a formal educational setting because of medical issues. Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder...
The gap between diagnosis and support for your child
For parents and teachers, it can be difficult to identify a child who needs an alternative learning environment. Here are a few ways you can handle the gap between getting a diagnosis for your child and getting the support they need at school. The path to diagnosis...
Your Summer Reading List: Helpful Resources From the Special Needs Alliance
This summer may be the time to answer that one nagging question that you may have or develop a deeper understanding of certain issues that affect your family. It is important for families and caregivers to understand the fundamental concepts in managing their loved...
Ask An Attorney: How can I help my child with special needs thrive
Question I am a new mom of a son with Down syndrome. Our pediatrician’s office gave me some information about resources available to our family and I have become involved with our local Down Syndrome Association chapter. I met some other parents who have shared some...
It’s About You – Special Needs Trusts
Attorney Ethan Welch spoke with Channel 3’s Joe Cronauer about special needs trusts and how you can use the funds from those trusts.
Preparing for College for a Student with a Disability
Graduation season is nearly upon us as high school seniors across the state are making plans for their next adventure. If you have a disability and choose to go on to college, there are additional steps required, both in choosing the right university and in seeing that your needs are met. I’m talking to you, the student, not your parent.…
Special Needs Insights
This week, Attorney Ethan Welch discusses how a special needs attorney can help your family.
Special Needs Insights – Retirement Planning
Hickman & Lowder Co., L.P.A. is excited to continue our Special Needs Insights series. Our short videos are designed to help you expand your awareness, reduce your stress and redefine what is possible as you advocate for your loved one. This Week’s Insight: Planning for Retirement Attorney Ethan Welch provides tips on planning for retirement when you have an adult…