Shareholder Heidi F. Friedman was appointed to the board of South Florida Institute on Aging (SoFIA). The SoFIA is a not-for-profit organization catering to the needs of the elderly in South Florida. With over 500 volunteers, they have helped nearly 2,000 people with their programs focusing in areas such as companionship, mentorship, and technology training. […]
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Heidi F. Friedman Named Among American Institute of Legal Counsel’s 10 Best Elder Law Attorneys
Congratulations to Shareholder Heidi F. Friedman who has been recognized by the American Institute of Legal Counsel as among Florida’s 2018 10 Best Elder Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction. The prestigious list is comprised of the top ten attorneys in each state who have not only attained the highest degree of professional achievement in their […]
Read MoreVA New Rules: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
The Department of Veterans Administration finally did it! After years of waiting and making promises (or as some see it, threats), on September 18, 2018, the VA published new amendments to the rules and regulations that govern needs-based VA benefits. These amendments are to take effect on October 18, 2018, providing VA planners just one […]
Read MoreHeidi Friedman Appointed Director, Estate Planning Council
Heidi F. Friedman, chair of our Elder Law, Trust & Estate Planning, Probate group, has been appointed as a Director of the Estate Planning Council of Broward County. The Council’s mission is to foster a deeper understanding of estate planning among its membership, which includes, among other fields, attorneys, CPAs, chartered life underwriters, trust officers […]
Read MoreWhile Nursing Homes Abound in Florida, Finding the Right One Can Be Tricky
Reports of tragic deaths at a Florida nursing home in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma brought to the forefront public concern over ensuring loved ones are placed in the right facilities. While most people are aware they need to exercise caution before making major decisions, they often neglect to follow proper steps when selecting a […]
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