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Hickman Lowder is pleased to announce that Amanda M. Buzo has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Lorain County Office on Aging (LCOOA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting older adults throughout Lorain County. Amanda will serve on the...
Social isolation in older adults is more than loneliness—it is a serious health risk linked to depression, cognitive decline, heart disease, and early mortality. The good news is that isolation is often preventable when families, caregivers, and communities are...
At Hickman Lowder, we encounter a wide range of challenges facing older adults and their families. In recent years, we have seen a significant increase in cases involving financial exploitation, which can take many forms. One of the most concerning and increasingly...
Did you know that beginning January 1, 2026, individuals who become blind or disabled before age 46 will be eligible to open a STABLE Account—an increase from the current age limit of 26? Learn more about special needs estate planning tools—including STABLE Accounts, pooled trusts, and first-party special needs trusts—that can help your loved one maintain essential public benefits while also providing funds to enhance their quality of life.
Independence, OH (December 4, 2025) — Hickman Lowder Lidrbauch & Welch Co., L.P.A. is pleased to welcome attorney Matthew O. Lyons to the firm’s Independence office. Matthew will focus his practice on estate planning, Elder Law, and probate matters. Before joining...
As of early November 2025, many Ohio residents have not received their November SNAP benefits because of the federal government shutdown. If you are facing food insecurity, you can find help by calling 2-1-1, visiting 211oh.org, or contacting your local food bank or pantry (a locator tool is available at https://www.greaterclevelandfoodbank.org/get-help/find-food).
We’re proud to share that Hickman Lowder has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms® for the Cleveland, Ohio metropolitan area in the following practice areas: Elder Law, Trusts and Estates Law, and Litigation – Trusts & Estates. The U.S. News –...
At Hickman Lowder, we see estate planning as an act of love and responsibility—a meaningful way to show how much you care about your family’s future. Whether you’re building your first career, raising a family, or preparing for retirement, our attorneys can help you craft a plan that reflects your goals and protects what matters most.
Planning for a child with special needs takes more than leaving them money or assets. In Ohio, special needs estate planning helps you keep your child eligible for SSI and Medicaid while also setting aside resources for their long-term care. What is special needs...
It is a gift that comes with the best of intentions. A well-meaning individual, driven by love and concern, wishes to leave a substantial inheritance to a special needs child, hoping to secure their future and provide for their needs. However, this generous gesture,...