Press Release: Littman Krooks Proud to be a Bronze Sponsor for this Year's NAMIWalks

As a bronze sponsor of NAMIWalks Westchester, Littman Krooks demonstrated its commitment to supporting mental health and advocating for the rights of those with mental illness.

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Medicaid Recertification

Prior to March 2020, Medicaid recipients had to recertify for Medicaid every year. However, from March 2020 to March 2023, Medicaid cases were automatically extended because of COVID-19 and the public health emergency.

The public health emergency ended on May 11, 2023, and as recently as March 2023, Medicaid has been sending Medicaid recipients a recertification application. The automatic renewal has ended. Medicaid recipients must submit the recertification with the required documentation on time or else Medicaid can be discontinued.

Why Using a Special Needs Attorney is Important

Special needs attorneys are important because they provide legal assistance and guidance to individuals with disabilities and their families. They have skilled knowledge and experience in disability law, which includes a complex set of federal and state laws, regulations, and court decisions that govern the rights of people with disabilities.

Read the full blog to learn the reasons why special needs attorneys are important.

Meet Attorney Joel Krooks

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Q: What bucket list location would you love to visit?

A: Thailand.

Q: What was the best vacation spot that you visited?

A: South Africa.

Q: What is your favorite part of the job?

A: Building relationships with clients.

Q: What are your favorite hobbies?

A: Playing golf and hanging with my friends.

Q: Do you have a favorite sports team?

A: The New York Giants

Q: Do you have a favorite movie?

A: C.O.D.A.

Summer Events

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What Parents Need to Know about the Special Education Process: 5 to 21

It’s IEP annual review season! The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) protects the rights of students with disabilities and requires the appropriate local agencies to identify, evaluate and refer children suspected of having a disability to determine eligibility for services. The IDEA protects students up to age 21, and in some cases, older.

17-A Guardianship and Advance Directives for Young Adult Children

When a child turns 18 years old, under the law the child becomes a legal adult. This can be a stressful time for parents of children with special needs. Without guardianship in place or advance directives, it may become difficult for parents to continue advocating for their children. Parents with children with special needs have two options.

Annual Consumer Appreciation Meeting Hosted by Westchester Disabled on the Move, Inc. (WDOM)

Date: June 22, 2023

Time: 1 pm - 3 pm

Location: One Larking Center, Yonkers, NY 10701

My Loved One Has Been Diagnosed with Dementia...Now What?: A Family Caregiver Guide to Navigating This New Journey

Date: July 18, 2023

Time: 6 pm - 7 pm EDT

Location: 100 Maple Ave, White Plains, NY 10601

Celebrate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with Westchester Disabled on the Move, Inc.

Date: July 26, 2023

Time: 1 pm - 3 pm

Location: Crawford Park Pavilion, 122 North Ridge Street, Rye Brook, NY 10573

Littman Krooks LLP is among the 2022 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms." with partners that have been named as top attorneys in New York for 2022 by Super Lawyers magazine.

Large Firm Service. Small Firm Attention.

As a boutique law firm, Littman Krooks offers the powerful knowledge base of a large law firm with the detailed focus, personal attention, and commitment of a small one. Our broad legal expertise, commitment to personal service, and passion for our work have allowed us to deliver effective representation to our clients, ensuring their success and ours. Together, we prepare families and businesses for a bright future.

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