Congratulations to our 2024 Super Lawyers | | |
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We extend our congratulations to Founding Partner Bernard A. Krooks, J.D., CPA, LLM (in taxation), CELA®, AEP® (Distinguished), Partner Amy C. O'Hara Esq., CELA®, Partner Marion M. Walsh, Esq., Attorney Arshi Pal, Esq., and Attorney Nicholas N. Khayumov, Esq. for receiving Super Lawyers® honors for 2024.
We thank Super Lawyers for this prestigious distinction once again, and for recognizing our team's work in Elder Law, Estates & Trusts, and School & Education.
From top left to bottom right:
Bernard A. Krooks, Amy C. O'Hara,
Marion M. Walsh, Arshi Pal and Nicholas Khayumov
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Corporate Transparency Act - News Alert: | |
New Rules Requiring Privately Held Companies to Report Beneficial Ownership to the U.S. Government
The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”), effective as of January 1, 2024, requires many corporations, limited liability companies and other entities created or registered in any state of the United States to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (“BOI Report”) with the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”). Reporting companies (as defined in the linked memo) created or registered to do business in the United States before January 1, 2024 must file their initial BOI Report by January 1, 2025. Reporting companies created or registered on or after January 1, 2024 have 90 days after receiving notice of their company’s creation or registration to file their initial BOI Report. As of January 1, 2025, this reporting period will decrease to 30 days. Persons who willfully violate these reporting requirements may be subject to daily fines, and in certain cases, criminal penalties of up to $10,000 and two years of imprisonment.
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Partner Amy C. O'Hara Presented at ParkBridge Wealth Management's Fundamentals of SSI, SSDI, Medicaid
and Medicare Eligibility Seminar
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Partner Amy C. O’Hara, CELA®, presented at ParkBridge Wealth Management’s Fundamentals of SSI, SSDI, Medicaid and Medicare Eligibility Seminar on November 14th. She detailed the rules of eligibility for these public benefits programs, including how to apply and whether any income and asset limit rules apply for each benefit. ParkBridge Wealth Management (PWM) is an independent financial advisory and money management firm that provides comprehensive and personalized financial planning, investment management, and retirement planning solutions to their clients. The full presentation can be viewed at the link below. | |
Partner Marion Walsh to Serve on Panel at Bedford Playhouse following Movie Screening on Parent Struggles of an Autism Diagnosis | |
Partner Marion Walsh Esq. will speak on a panel for Questions and Answers following the screening of a new film, “Love and Communication,” which begins at 7:00 on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. The film depicts a couple’s struggles with a new autism diagnosis, as they face an uncooperative school district, unproven treatments and their own emotional disconnection as they try to navigate a path to support their son. The Q&A session will follow the screening and Marion will discuss the legal process. Additional panelists include Karen Close, Kristine Augenthaler, Millie Hernandez-Becker, and Jennifer DiChiara LaMothe. Tickets are available at the Bedford Playhouse. | |
Attorney Brian Miller Presented at Hudson Valley Estate Planning Council's
2024 Estate Planning Day
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On Saturday, October 26, Attorney Brian L. Miller, CELA®, presented at the Hudson Valley Estate Planning Council’s 2024 Estate Planning Day. This event is geared towards promoting education and awareness about various estate planning topics and needs. Attorney Miller presented a session that addressed Asset Protection and Medicaid Planning was one of five legal and financial professionals invited to present and was held at the historic Franklin D Roosevelt Presidential Library and Home in Hyde Park. Our sincere thanks to the HVEPC and the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presential Library and Home for inviting us to this engaging event. |
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Partner Marion Walsh Selected to
Speak on Suicide Prevention
| Partner Marion Walsh will speak on the crisis of student suicide, on December 13, 2024, in a lecture with the National Business Institute (NBI) entitled Suicide Prevention: Student Suicide and the Law: Key Rights, Responsibilities, and Implications. Her talk will delve into advocacy strategies and what all need to know about school intervention policies and procedures, as well as warning signs of suicide, and more. She will also present with NBI on December 4, 2024 on the requirements of the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Protecting the Rights of Children with Disabilities. | |
The Power of Planning:
Decide Now How You Will Face the Future
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Founding Partner Bernard A. Krooks, J.D., CPA, LLM (in taxation), CELA®, AEP® (Distinguished), serves as an editor for The Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation’s Preserving Your Memory Magazine. He edited author Cindy Kuzma’s article “The Power of Planning” for the Fall 2024 Edition of Preserving Your Memory. The article addresses the importance of planning when a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease and what steps can be taken to ensure that an individual’s wishes are honored and prioritized. | |
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CaringKind's Legal and Financial Webinar Series
Date: December 2, 2024
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Online
On Monday, December 2, 2024, Attorney Brian L. Miller will be presenting at CaringKind's Legal and Financial Seminar Series. He will be addressing several elder law and estate planning topics, particularly around individuals and their families as they cope with dementia related conditions. This seminar is designed to acquaint families affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias with legal and financial issues associated with planning for the long-term care of their relatives.
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Love and Communication
Film Screening
Date: December 4, 2024
Time: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location:
Bedford Playhouse
633 Old Post Road
Bedford, NY 10506
Partner Marion M. Walsh will speak on a panel for Questions and Answers following the screening of a new film, “Love and Communication.” The film depicts a couple’s struggles with a new autism diagnosis, as they face an uncooperative school district, unproven treatments and their own emotional disconnection as they try to navigate a path to support their son. A Q&A session will follow the screening. Additional panelists include Karen Close, Kristine Augenthaler, Millie Hernandez-Becker, and Jennifer DiChiara LaMothe.
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For Parents of Students of Disabilities: Have you Wondered about BOCES?
Date: December 16, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Online
On December 16th, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. the Lower Hudson Special Education Task Force (LHSETF) will present a Zoom webinar entitled: “Have you wondered about BOCES? Do you have questions about their educational supports and services?” Learn more about BOCES and explore myths and modern realities.
The LHSETF works to support collaborative solutions between parents and school districts. Partner Marion M. Walsh has served on the Board of the LHSETF since 2013.
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Littman Krooks LLP is among the 2025 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms." with partners that have been named as top attorneys in New York for 2024 by Super Lawyers magazine. | | | | |
