NEW
YORK, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Falcon
Rappaport & Berkman is pleased to announce the formation of its
Special Needs Planning & Special Education Law Practice Group,
led by FRB Senior Counsel Patricia A.
Craig, Esq. and Partner Kimberly S. Bliss, Esq., to build
upon the firm's robust estate planning services.
The Practice Group is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal
services to individuals with disabilities and their families,
including advocating for special education services and assisting
with issues related to guardianship in New York under Article 17A and Article 81. The
Practice Group additionally crafts estate plans featuring
specialized trusts, such as Supplemental or Special Needs Trusts
(SNTs). These trusts ensure individuals with disabilities can
access additional funds while maintaining eligibility for benefits
like SSI, Medicaid, and posthumous fund disbursement.
In addition to co-leading the Practice Group, Patricia Craig is a Senior Counsel in FRB's
Probate & Administration Practice Group, and her ten years of
experience with special needs planning, guardianship, and estate
administration adds to the Firm's breadth of coverage under the
Trusts & Estates umbrella.
"It's been a joy to join FRB, contribute to its growth, and
expand the firm's offerings to now include special education law
and special needs planning. Families who have children with special
needs know that planning of any kind is seldom a
'one-size-fits-all' model. My hope is that my skills will allow me
to provide these families the opportunity to make informed
decisions and help them live a robust and fulfilling life,"
Patricia said.
"Having known Patricia for close to a decade, it is a triumph to
add her to our roster," remarked Matthew E.
Rappaport, Esq., LL.M., FRB's Vice Managing Partner. "I
already experienced first-hand the extraordinary commitment which
she brings to every Special Needs planning matter, and the warm
personality that makes her such a pleasure to be around. She's the
type of attorney we're always looking to add as we continue growing
the firm."
FRB is a full-service business law firm dedicated to solving
clients' most complex issues with unmatched depth and diverse
skills. Committed to excellent service, the firm provides access to
thought leaders in various professional fields and partners with
clients to achieve their legal, business, and personal goals.
For more information, email FRB's Marketing Director,
Abby
Winckler at awinckler@frblaw.com.
FRB website: https://frblaw.com/
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