Litherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at Law

There are only a few days left before the clock strikes midnight on December 31st and the tax law changes. Or will it? As of this writing, the law to which it will change will be the pre-EGTRRA/TRA law. In other words, currently in 2012, individuals with estates under $5.12 million are not subject to federal gift or estate tax. However, if this law expires, estates larger than $1 million will become taxable at the beginning of 2013 and we will back to a $1 million applicable exclusion per … [Read more...] about The Estate Tax Ball is About to Drop!

[CAMPBELL, CA] Esteemed San Jose area attorney, Roy W. Litherland, and associate attorney, Justin M. Kennedy, attended the California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform's (CANHR) 16th Annual Elder Law Conference on November 16 and 17 in Monterey, California. Since 1983, CANHR has been dedicated to improving the choices, care and quality of life for California’s long term care consumers. Through direct advocacy, community education, legislation and litigation it has been CANHR’s goal to educate … [Read more...] about Attorneys Roy W. Litherland and Justin M. Kennedy Stay Current on Medicaid/Medi-Cal Planning and Updates in California Law

CAMPBELL] - Esteemed San Jose area attorney, Roy W. Litherland, attended a national educational summit in San Diego, California during the first week of October hosted by the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. The Academy is an exclusive national educational organization that has cultivated excellence in estate planning by providing member attorneys with research and critical updates in estate, business planning, and tax laws for nearly two decades. At the conference, Attorney Roy W. … [Read more...] about Attorney Roy W. Litherland Stays Current and Prepares for the Future at Exclusive Summit on Estate and Medicaid/Medi-Cal Planning

Our mission is to arm consumers and professional advisors in our community with the information needed to make informed decisions about their family's and client’s future. With that purpose, we are pleased to announce the rollout of our new and improved Estate Planning website! The website was created to serve as a resource center for families when planning their estate strategies. Visitors will find useful information regarding probate, business planning, asset protection, incapacity planning, … [Read more...] about Our New Website is Live!

Posted On 8/3/2012 Following are the most common questions that our Associate Attorney, Justin M. Kennedy, is asked by our clients, together with Justin's answers to those questions: Question: Is my Trust revocable? Justin's Answer: You can check page 1-1 of your Trust to find out if your trust is revocable. However, some Trusts become, at least partially, irrevocable upon the death of a spouse, so if this has happened, give our office a call and we will clarify your document for … [Read more...] about Eight Common Questions Our Clients Ask After Signing Their Living Trust Estate Plan

For every "Like" our Facebook page receives between July 1 and July 31, 2012, we will donate $1 to the Humane Society of Silicon Valley, up to a total of $500. Our Facebook page features updates on estate planning, health, aging, finances, current events, retirement, and fun information about our law firm and community. Click here to go to our Facebook page: Litherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at Law Facebook page. … [Read more...] about July Facebook Challenge: “Like” Our Facebook Page and We’ll Donate to the Humane Society of Silicon Valley

Of late, it has come to my attention that hospitals are using "Observation" more often rather than "Admitting" a patient. What does this actually mean? In simple terms, Medicare does not pay when a patient is brought to the emergency room and remains for a short period of time for care. They will expect the patient to pay their deductible and a co-pay and pay for their own medication (their insurance plans may be applicable for payment of medication). "Admitting" a patient and keeping them for … [Read more...] about Observation vs. Admittance – An Important Message from Our Director of Geriatric Care Management

Attorney Roy W. Litherland is accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs to prepare, present and prosecute claims for Veterans before the Department of Veterans Affairs. In July of 2008, the Department of Veterans Affairs mandated that any individual representing a veteran pursuing VA benefits must be accredited with the VA in order to further a claim on behalf of the Veteran. To receive accreditation, federal law requires an attorney to pass a written examination and to complete … [Read more...] about Attorney Roy W. Litherland is a VA Accredited Attorney

[CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA] – Estate Planning Attorneys help families protect their assets and safeguard an inheritance for loved ones. Respected Santa Clara Valley attorney, Roy W. Litherland, attended a national conference in San Diego, CA the second week of October hosted by the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys to learn more about current estate planning matters and the inevitable impact those matters could have on clients. Attorney Roy W. Litherland received training on Financial and … [Read more...] about Attorney Roy W. Litherland Attends Conference of Elite Estate Planning Professionals to Review the Essentials of Planning for the Future of his Clients

For every "Like" our Facebook page receives between October 1 and October 31, 2012, we will donate $1 to the Alzheimer's Association, up to a total of $500. Our Facebook page features updates on estate planning, health, aging, finances, current events, retirement, and fun information about our law firm and community. Click here to go to our Facebook page: Litherland, Kennedy & Associates, APC, Attorneys at Law Facebook Page Link … [Read more...] about October Facebook Challenge: “Like” Our Law Firm Facebook Page and We Will Donate to the Alzheimer’s Association!