Hickman Lowder Announces Cleveland Office Relocation
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.
We meet the lifetime legal needs of children and adults with disabilities, the elderly, and their families.
Historic Update for Trustees of Special Needs 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
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
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?
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
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
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...
What housing options are available for adults with disabilities?
Not all adults with disabilities can live independently. Some have medical conditions that necessitate regular support. Others have functional limitations that would prevent them from maintaining a living space entirely on their own. Financial challenges also prevent...
How a new rental subsidy rule can help SSI applicants and recipients
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a Social Security benefit that provides monthly payments to adults and children with a disability or blindness, and to adults age 65 and older who have limited income and resources. SSI can be used for basic needs like rent, food,...
How to find the best caregiver for a loved one with disabilities
Individuals with disabilities sometimes require ongoing medical care. Some need supervision and support with daily functions, like hygiene practices and the maintenance of their homes. Others require more extensive support, such as medication administration or wound...