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How to plan for special needs funding in 2025

On Behalf of Hickman Lowder | Feb 25, 2025 | Firm News

Managing your special needs funding can be complicated. That is particularly true, considering the recent uncertainties surrounding government benefits. If you worry about potential benefit changes affecting your loved one, it's crucial to act. By being aware and...

Hickman Lowder Welcomes Attorney Riley A. Williams to the Firm

| Oct 30, 2024 | Firm News

Hickman Lowder Lidrbauch & Welch Co., L.P.A. is pleased to announce that attorney Riley A. Williams has joined the firm in our new Independence, Ohio office.  She will concentrate her practice on special needs estate planning and asset protection as well as Elder Law, including Medicaid planning.

What are the transportation options in Ohio for people with disabilities?

On Behalf of Hickman Lowder | Oct 15, 2024 | Adults With Disabilities

Transportation is as an important link to independence, enabling access to essential services such as healthcare, education, employment and social activities. In Ohio, several transportation options are available to try to meet the needs of individuals with...

Hickman Lowder Announces Cleveland Office Relocation

| Sep 26, 2024 | Firm News

Hickman Lowder Lidrbauch & Welch Co., L.P.A. will be moving its main office located in Cleveland, Ohio to 6450 Rockside Woods S, Suite 165, Independence, Ohio 44131 on November 4, 2024.

Historic Update for Trustees of Special Needs Trusts

| Sep 18, 2024 | Adults With Disabilities, Children With Special Needs, Estate Planning, Trusts

If you are a corporate trustee or a family member or friend serving as trustee, you should be aware of an important policy change taking effect this fall that affects beneficiaries of special needs trusts who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Hickman Lowder Announces the Return of Attorney Amanda M. Buzo

| Sep 11, 2024 | Firm News

Hickman Lowder Lidrbauch & Welch Co., L.P.A. is thrilled to welcome back attorney Amanda M. Buzo, who rejoined our team on August 19, 2024, at our Sheffield Village office. Her extensive expertise in special needs estate planning, guardianships, estate administration, and other probate matters, including the settlement of personal injury and wrongful death suits, will significantly enhance our commitment to serving clients with special needs and their families.

Hickman Lowder Lawyers Recognized as 2025 Best Lawyers® Award Recipients

| Aug 15, 2024 | Firm News

Hickman Lowder Lidrbauch & Welch Co., LPA attorneys Janet L. Lowder and Ethan A. Welch have been recognized by Best Lawyers as 2025 Best Lawyers® award recipients.

Helping a parent who is reluctant to downsize or move into a facility?

On Behalf of Hickman Lowder | Jul 30, 2024 | Elders and their Caregivers

It is difficult to watch parents who are struggling due to increased medical needs or advanced age. Many adult children do their best to offer support; they may handle major household projects, help their parents with other necessities or even hire in-home assistance....

Firm Sponsors IDA- Northern Ohio’s 36th Annual Symposium

| Jul 18, 2024 | Firm News, Special Education

Hickman Lowder is thrilled to play a part in advancing dyslexia awareness and literacy best practices by sponsoring the IDA- Northern Ohio’s 36th Annual Symposium on September 27, 2024. Join Advocate Mary Jo O’Neill, who will be attending the event and contributing a...

Clear up the confusion: Medical vs. school assessments

On Behalf of Hickman Lowder | Jun 21, 2024 | Children With Special Needs

It is a common scenario with our clients: Parents obtain medical assessments that diagnose their child with a condition such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder or anxiety. They share the medical assessments with their child’s school to obtain a 504 Plan or...

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