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    Shana Siegel

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    Shana Siegel concentrates her practice in the area of elder law, focusing on representing seniors, individuals with special needs, and their families in connection with life care planning, public benefits, trust and estate planning, and long-term care advocacy.

    As one of the few Certified Elder Law Attorneys (CELA) in northern New Jersey to be certified by the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF), Shana has extensive experience in probate and estate administration, asset preservation, supplemental and special needs trusts, planning for disability, guardianship and estate litigation, resident rights, health care decision making, Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance appeals.

    Prior to joining Norris McLaughlin, Shana was with WanderPolo & Siegel for over 10 years, five of which were as principal.  She has been involved in health and long-term care issues for over 25 years. She is a past president of the New Jersey Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), where she regularly met with legislators and government officials on behalf of the elder law bar and their clients. In 2015, Shana was invited to join NAELA’s prestigious Council of Advanced Practitioners (CAP).

    Additionally, Shana is a member of the New Jersey Women Lawyers Association, the New Jersey State Bar Elder & Disability Law Section, and the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association.

    Shana is active with the Long Term Living Association, several local chambers of commerce, and Jewish philanthropies. Shana loves to spend time outdoors hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and golfing.

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    Areas of practice

    • Elder Care & Special Needs Law
    • Estate Planning and Administration & Wealth Preservation

    Education

      • Georgetown University
        • J.D., honors
      • Barnard College
        • B.A., honors

    Professional Affiliations

      • New Jersey Women Lawyers Association
        • NJ State Bar Elder & Disability Law Section
      • Life Care Planning Law Firms Association
      • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
        • Past President of NJ Chapter
        • Council of Advanced Practitioners

    Bar Admissions

      • New Jersey
      • New York

    Shana Siegel has earned the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® status. A description of the selection methodology can be found here. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

    Shana Siegel was selected to the 2021 Super Lawyers list. The Super Lawyers List is issued by Thompson Reuters. A description of the selection methodology can be found here. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

    May 12, 2022
    Norris Presents Program for Social Workers On Financial Exploitation
    Shana Siegel, Chair of our Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, our Geriatric Social Worker, presented “Protecting Vulnerable Seniors from Financial Exploitation- A Guide for Healthcare Professionals” in partnership with Synergy HomeCare on May 10. The complimentary program was designed to educate social workers and CCM board-certified case managers on...
    April 5, 2022
    Shana Siegel Named to NLJ’s 2022 Family/Elder Law Trailblazers List
    Shana Siegel, a Member of the law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, has been recognized by the National Law Journal in their 2022 Family/Elder Law Trailblazers List. “I am humbled and grateful to be recognized by the National Law Journal to this list of highly regarded attorneys,” said Siegel....
    March 28, 2022
    Legal and Financial Planning for Aphasia Caregivers
    Shana Siegel, a Member of the law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, presented "Legal and Financial Planning for Aphasia Caregivers" for the Adler Aphasia Center. Legal and Financial Planning for Aphasia Caregivers In this session, caregivers learned about the importance of including the person with aphasia...
    March 25, 2022
    Norris McLaughlin Attorneys Recognized by New Jersey Super Lawyers®
    The law firm of Norris McLaughlin, P.A., has announced that six of its Members have been selected for inclusion on the list of New Jersey Super Lawyers® for 2022. Only five percent of New Jersey lawyers are given this honor. The following attorneys are named in New Jersey Super Lawyers: Edward A. Hogan, Environmental Edward G. Sponzilli, Business Litigation Martha N....
    March 4, 2022
    Lunch & Learn: Protecting Solo Seniors in the COVID-19 World
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, discussed "Protecting Solo Seniors in the COVID-19 World," hosted by the Maplewood Senior Center. About Solo Seniors and COVID-19 At this event, Shana discussed solo seniors and special risks they may face, such...
    January 27, 2022
    Protecting Vulnerable Seniors from Financial Exploitation – A Guide for Healthcare Professionals
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, the firm’s Geriatric Social Worker, presented “Protecting Vulnerable Seniors from Financial Exploitation- A Guide for Healthcare Professionals” in partnership with Oasis Senior Advisers Central Jersey exclusively for the Morristown Memorial Hospital staff....
    July 13, 2021
    Shana Siegel and Lori Kayne Speak on Medical Decision Making
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, the firm’s Geriatric Social Worker, will present “Medical Decision Making in 2020 and Beyond” virtually on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, in partnership with Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare exclusively...
    April 7, 2021
    Shana Siegel Speaks on Legal Planning for Vulnerable Adults
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, virtually presented “Specialized Legal Planning for Vulnerable Adults and Ethical Considerations Representing Clients with Diminished Capacity” on Monday, March 29, 2021, co-sponsored by the Federal Bar Association and myLawCLE. “In our office, we...
    March 23, 2021
    Eight Norris McLaughlin Attorneys Recognized by New Jersey Super Lawyers®
    The law firm of Norris McLaughlin, P.A., has announced that eight of its Members have been selected for inclusion on the list of New Jersey Super Lawyers® for 2021. Only five percent of New Jersey lawyers are given this honor. The following attorneys were named in New Jersey Super Lawyers: Martha N. Donovan, Environmental William...
    May 5, 2020
    Shana Siegel and Lori Kayne to Present at New Jersey State Bar Association 2020 Annual Meeting
    Shana Siegel, Chair of the Norris McLaughlin Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, along with Lori Kayne, the firm’s Geriatric Social Worker, will present “Solo Seniors: Who Are They? How and Why Are Their Legal Needs Different?” on Thursday, May 14, 3:00 – 4:15 p.m., for the New Jersey State Bar Association (NJSBA)...
    March 13, 2020
    Seven Norris McLaughlin Attorneys Recognized by New Jersey Super Lawyers
    The law firm of Norris McLaughlin, P.A., has announced that nine of its Members have been selected for inclusion on the list of New Jersey Super Lawyers for 2020. Only 5% of New Jersey attorneys are given this honor. The firm again showed its strength in bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, environmental, labor and employment, and...
    February 26, 2020
    Shana Siegel to Speak on Elder Care and Special Needs Law
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, will be speaking on elder care and special needs throughout the month of March. “I have dedicated my life to helping families facing aging, illness, and disability. It is imperative to take the...
    December 27, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak on Making an Action Plan for Aging
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, will present “Planning for Aging” on Tuesday, January 14, 6:00 p.m., at the Belleville Public Library & Information Center. “As the population ages, the incidence of elder financial exploitation continues to rise. It...
    December 11, 2019
    Shana Siegel Named in Best of Essex County for Elder Law
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, has been recognized by Suburban Essex Magazine in their “Best of Essex” contest. About the Award The “Best of Essex” contest has been an annual tradition for local, independently-owned businesses since 2008. The website...
    December 10, 2019
    Shana Siegel and Lori Kayne to Speak at Essex Regional Ethics Coalition Event
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, the firm’s Geriatric Social Worker, will present “Planning for Solo Seniors” for the Essex Regional Ethics Coalition on Thursday, December 12, 9:30 a.m., at Daughters of Israel in West Orange....
    November 14, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Present on End-of-Life Care Planning in Woodbridge, New Jersey
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, will present “Just Do It: Planning for a Good Life and Death” at the New Jersey “Conversation of Your Life” (COYL) program. Hosted by the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, the free...
    November 8, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak on Advanced Care Planning in Somerset, New Jersey
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, will present “Advanced Care Planning” at the New Jersey “Conversation of Your Life” (COYL) program. Hosted by the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, the free event will take place on Tuesday, November...
    October 29, 2019
    Shana Siegel and Lori Kayne to Speak at West Orange Conversation of Your Life Event
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, the firm’s Geriatric Social Worker, will present “Advanced Care Planning” at the West Orange Conversation of Your Life (COYL) Series. The free event will take place on Wednesday, October 30,...
    August 12, 2019
    Shana Siegel and Lori Kayne to Present on Planning for Solo Seniors
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, Geriatric Social Worker, will present “Planning for Solo Seniors.” The seminar, hosted by Senior Source, will take place on Tuesday, August 13 at 1:30 p.m., in Hackensack. Do you anticipate...
    July 11, 2019
    Norris McLaughlin and Attorney Shana Siegel Nominated for Best of Essex 2019
    The law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., is pleased to announce its nomination in the Suburban Essex Readers’ Choice Contest, “Best of Essex 2019,” in the Professional Services: Law Firms category.  Shana Siegel, a Member of the firm and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, has been nominated in the Professional...
    June 20, 2019
    Shana Siegel Named Essex County Top Lawyer
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, was named a 2019 Essex County Top Lawyer in Elder Law by Morris/Essex Health & Life. Since its inception in 2018, Siegel has been identified as a top Elder Law lawyer in Essex County by...
    June 18, 2019
    Shana Siegel and Lori Kayne to Speak on the Challenges Facing Solo Seniors
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, Geriatric Social Worker, will present “Solo Seniors.” The seminar, hosted by Greater MetroWest CARES, the department of Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ that addresses the needs of mature adults...
    June 14, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak on Aging Well
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, will present “When it Comes to Aging, It’s Important Not to Go it Alone.” The event will take place on Wednesday, June 19, beginning at 7:00 p.m., at St. John Neumann Church in...
    June 4, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak at Long Term Living Association Seminar
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, will be a co-presenter for the Long Term Living Association’s (LTLA) Educational Consumer Seminar, “The Five Pillars of Longevity: What You Need to Know.” The seminar will be held Thursday, June 27, 6:30...
    May 20, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak at Five Wishes Workshop
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care & Special Needs Law Practice Group, will speak at the “Five Wishes” workshop hosted by Westwood for All Ages in association with North Jersey Villages. The event will take place on Thursday, May 30, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at...
    May 10, 2019
    Shana Siegel and Lori Kayne to Speak at Conversation of Your Life Event
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, Geriatric Social Worker, will present “The Next Steps: An Empowered Consumer’s Action Plan,” as the final presentation of the Essex County Conversation of Your Life (COYL) Task Force series. The...
    April 12, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak on Advance Care Planning
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, will be a panelist for the Essex County Conversations of Your Life (COYL) kick-off program “Advance Care Planning: Why is it important?” Hosted by the Essex County COYL and the New Jersey Health...
    April 10, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Present at Long Term Living Association Seminar
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, will present “When It Comes To Aging, It’s Important Not To Go It Alone” for the Long Term Living Association’s (LTLA) Educational Consumer Seminar series. The seminar will be held Thursday, April 11,...
    April 2, 2019
    Shana Siegel and Lori Kayne to Present CEU Program for Social Workers
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A. and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, the group’s Geriatric Social Worker, will present “Can Your Client Decide? The Ethical and Legal Issues of Medical Decision Making.” The free CEU program for social workers will take place...
    March 28, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak on Elder Care Planning
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, will present “Just Do It: Planning for a Good Life and Death,” focusing on advance care planning. Sponsored by the Bergen County Conversations of Your Life Task Force and North Jersey Villages, Inc.,...
    March 25, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak at Montclair Library
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, will present “The Legal and Planning Issues Older Adults Need to Consider,” Monday, April 1, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., at the Montclair Public Library. The presentation, sponsored by AARP, will focus on planning...
    March 21, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak at Long Term Living Association Seminar
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, will be a co-presenter for the Long Term Living Association’s (LTLA) Educational Consumer Seminar, “The Five Pillars of Longevity: What You Need to Know.” The seminar will be held Wednesday, March 27, 6:30...
    March 13, 2019
    Shana Siegel and Lori Kayne to Present CEU Program for Social Workers
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., and Chair of its Elder Care and Special Needs Law Practice Group, and Lori Kayne, the group’s Geriatric Social Worker, will present “Can Your Client Decide? The Ethical and Legal Issues of Medical Decision Making.” The free CEU program for social workers will take place...
    March 12, 2019
    Seven Norris McLaughlin Attorneys Recognized by New Jersey Super Lawyers 2019
    The law firm of Norris McLaughlin, P.A., has announced that eleven of its Members have been selected for inclusion on the list of New Jersey Super Lawyers for 2019.   Only five percent of New Jersey attorneys are given this honor.  The firm again showed its strength in alternative dispute resolution, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, environmental, and litigation...
    February 5, 2019
    Shana Siegel to Speak at ALS Support Group
    Shana Siegel, a Member of law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., will speak at the ALS Support Group meetings for Northern and Central New Jersey this month. Hosted by the ALS Association Greater New York Chapter, the support group is a safe and confidential space where people with ALS, as well as their family, friends, and...
    January 11, 2019
    Norris McLaughlin Welcomes Elder Law Group
    The law firm Norris McLaughlin, P.A., is pleased to welcome Shana Siegel, as a Member of the firm’s Elder Law Group. Siegel, along with her team, Lori Kayne, Geriatric Social Worker, and Laura Ocskay, Medicaid Specialist, join Norris McLaughlin from WanderPolo & Siegel. Siegel will be based out of the firm’s Bridgewater office, but will...

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    August 18, 2022
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    February 2, 2022
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    July 26, 2021
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    June 23, 2021
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    February 18, 2021
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    January 28, 2021
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    January 25, 2021
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    January 14, 2021
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    January 11, 2021
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    January 7, 2021
    ALS Disability Insurance Access Act Eliminates Waiting Period for Social Security Disability Benefits
    January 4, 2021
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    December 14, 2020
    New FINRA Rule Aimed at Preventing Financial Advisors’ Exploitation of Senior Clients
    November 24, 2020
    Next Surge of COVID-19 Impact on New Jersey Long-Term Care Facilities
    September 18, 2020
    COVID-19 Relief for New Jersey Seniors and Long-Term Care Facilities
    June 3, 2020
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    May 26, 2020
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    May 18, 2020
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    April 27, 2020
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    April 15, 2020
    If Not Now, When? New Legislation Simplifies Estate Planning in the Time of Coronavirus
    March 31, 2020
    Control What You Can – Document Your Wishes
    March 20, 2020
    COVID-19’s Impact Multiplies for Seniors and Vulnerable Adults
    March 16, 2020
    Protect Your Spouse and Children by Updating Your Estate Plan
    March 11, 2020
    What Should I Do If My Loved One’s Nursing Home Bans Visitors Due to Coronavirus?
    March 3, 2020
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    Whose Decision Is It Anyway: Cognitive Decline and the Ability to Sign Legal Documents
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    Special Needs Trusts and Beyond: Understanding Planning for Individuals with Disabilities
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    Personal Values: Advance Care Planning and Dementia
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    Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series: Considering Residential Options
    September 16, 2020
    Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series: Understanding NJ Medicaid for Individuals With Disabilities
    August 19, 2020
    Can Your Client Decide? The Ethical and Legal Issues of Medical Decision-Making
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    Taking Charge: Advance Care Planning for Retirement
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    Can Your Client Decide? The Ethical and Legal Issues of Medical Decision-Making
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    Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series: Administering Special Needs Trusts
    July 9, 2020
    Protecting Solo Seniors in the COVID-19 World
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    Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series: Understanding Special Needs Trusts
    June 19, 2020
    Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series: SSI, SSDI, and SS for DACs
    June 5, 2020
    Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series: When and How to Use an ABLE Account
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    Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series: Integrating Financial & Legal Planning for Families with a Child with a Disability
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    Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series: Taking Control – Harnessing Anxiety and Turning it Into a Plan
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    Paying for Long Term Care: Understanding Long Term Care Insurance, Medicaid, and VA Aid and Attendance Benefits
    October 22, 2019
    Elder Financial Exploitation
    May 17, 2019
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    • “Medical Decision Making in 2020 and Beyond,” Artis Senior Living of Princeton Junction, Webinar, May 20, 2021
    • “Medicaid and Benefits with an Elder Care Attorney- New Jersey,” The ALS Association Greater New York Chapter, Webinar, April 7, 2021
    • “Whose Decision Is It Anyway: Cognitive Decline and the Ability to Sign Legal Documents,” Aveanna Healthcare Concierge Services and Lester Senior Housing, A JCHC Community, Webinar, December 1, 2020
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    • “Personal Values: Advance Care Planning and Dementia,” New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, Conversation of Your Life Series, October 1, 2020
    • “Understanding NJ Medicaid for Individuals With Disabilities,” Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series, September 22, 2020
    • “Can Your Client Decide? The Ethical and Legal Issues of Medical Decision-Making,” CareOne at Livingston, Webinar, August 27, 2020
    • “Taking Charge: Advance Care Planning for Retirement,” New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, Conversation of Your Life Series, August 18, 2020
    • “Can Your Client Decide? The Ethical and Legal Issues of Medical Decision-Making,” Aveanna Healthcare, Webinar, August 12, 2020
    • “Administering Special Needs Trusts,” Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series, July 23, 2020
    • “Protecting Solo Seniors in the COVID-19 World,” SOMA Two Towns For All Ages, Webinar, July 15, 2020
    • “Understanding Special Needs Trusts,” Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series, July 9, 2020
    • “SSI, SSDI, and SS for DACs,” Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series, June 25, 2020
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    • “Excluded vs. Countable Assets,” Medicaid Planning, National Business Institute, Live Webcast, June 17, 2020
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    • “Planning for the Future: Legal and Financial Planning for Individuals with Dementia,” Alzheimer’s New Jersey, Webinar, June 5, 2020
    • “Integrating Financial & Legal Planning for Families with a Child with a Disability,” Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series, June 1, 2020
    • “Taking Control – Harnessing Anxiety and Turning it Into a Plan,” Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Special Needs Spotlight Webinar Series, May 21, 2020
    • “Solo Seniors: Who Are They? How and Why Are Their Legal Needs Different?” New Jersey State Bar Association 2020 Annual Meeting, Webinar, May 14, 2020
    • “2020 Census and COVID-19 — Be Safe, Be Counted!” Ridgewood Public Library, Webinar, April 27, 2020
    • “Advanced Directive Planning,” Westwood for All Ages, Webinar, April 20, 2020
    • “Planning for Aging,” Montclair Rotary, Montclair, NJ, March 3, 2020
    • “Planning for Aging,” Belleville Public Library & Information Center, Belleville, NJ, January 14, 2020
    • “Planning for Solo Seniors (Adult Orphans) – Who Will Be Their Caregivers?,” Essex Regional Ethics Coalition, Daughters of Israel, West Orange, NJ, December 12, 2019
    • “Just Do It: Planning for a Good Life and Death,” Conversation of Your Life, New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, Berkeley College Artium, Woodbridge, NJ, November 22, 2019
    • “Advanced Care Planning,” Conversation of Your Life, New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, Franklin Township Public Library, Somerset, NJ, November 12, 2019
    • “Advanced Care Planning,” Conversation of Your Life, West Orange Library, West Orange, NJ, October 30, 2019
    • “Choosing the Best Care Option and Paying for Care,” Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Bridgewater, NJ, October 16, 2019
    • “Planning for Solo Seniors,” Senior Source, Hackensack, NJ, August 13, 2019
    • “The Five Pillars of Longevity: What You Need to Know,” Long Term Living Association, The Park Avenue Club, Florham Park, NJ, June 27, 2019
    • “Solo Seniors,” Greater MetroWest CARES, Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ, West Orange, NJ, June 20, 2019
    • “When it Comes to Aging, It’s Important Not to Go it Alone,” St. John Neumann Church, Califon, NJ, June 19, 2019
    • “Five Wishes,” Westwood for All Ages in association with North Jersey Villages, Thomas J. Riley Senior Center, Westwood, NJ, May 30, 2019
    •  “The Next Steps: An Empowered Consumer’s Action Plan,” Conversation of Your Life, West Orange Library, West Orange, NJ, May 13, 2019
    • “Advance Care Planning: Why is it important?” Conversation of Your Life,  New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, Edgemont Park, Montclair, NJ, April 17, 2019
    • “When It Comes To Aging, It’s Important Not To Go It Alone,” Long Term Living Association, The Park Avenue Club, Florham Park, NJ, April 11, 2019
    • “Can Your Client Decide? The Ethical and Legal Issues of Medical Decision Making,” CareOne, Livingston, NJ, April 10, 2019
    • “Just Do It: Planning for a Good Life and Death,” Conversation of Your Life, North Jersey Villages, Inc., Berkeley College, Paramus, NJ, April 4, 2019
    • “The Legal and Planning Issues Older Adults Need to Consider,” AARP, Montclair Public Library, Montclair, NJ, April 1, 2019
    • “The Five Pillars of Longevity: What You Need to Know,” Long Term Living Association, The Park Avenue Club, Florham Park, NJ, March 27, 2019
    • “Can Your Client Decide? The Ethical and Legal Issues of Medical Decision Making,” Harmony Village at CareOne, Paramus, NJ, March 27, 2019
    • Central NJ ALS Support Group, ALS Association Greater New York Chapter, New Brunswick, NJ, February 16, 2019
    • Northern NJ ALS Support Group, ALS Association Greater New York Chapter, Saddlebrook, NJ, February 7, 2019
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