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There are ways to ensure your child with special needs will stay financially secure – now and later, when you’re no longer able to provide support. Gain legal advice on ways to ensure your child will stay financially secure, while continuing to qualify for government benefits, as they grow into adulthood. Presented by Attorneys Shannon Briggs and Kevin Ward of DDV Law, Ltd.

Attorney Shannon K. Briggs is an Associate Attorney with DDV Law, Ltd. where she is a tenacious advocate for elders and people with disabilities. Ms. Briggs devotes her legal practice to Elder Law, including Special Needs and Estate Planning, Guardianships, Probate & Estate Administration.

Attorney Kevin S. Ward is an associate attorney with DDV Law, Ltd.  Kevin excels with his work in the courtroom and currently handles contested guardianship and probate cases for DDV. With respect to special needs law, Kevin handles advocacy with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in schools for students throughout the Chicagoland area and special needs planning for parents of children with special needs. 

This event occurred on April 2, 2024.

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Are you interested in going solar? Learn if solar is right for your home and how to get the most value out of your solar system from consumer advocate experts.

Citizen’s Utility Board (CUB) is very excited about new solar incentives available to homeowners in Illinois. However, we know that with all the new advertising and high-pressure sales pitches it can be confusing to know what is best for you.

Solar basics will be covered, including: 

• How solar panels work with your home and the grid.
• An overview of state and federal incentives, including Illinois’ income-eligible program.
• The difference between leasing, owning, and community solar.

This program is in partnership with Citizens Utility Board.

You may view the slide presentation here.

This event occurred on January 30, 2024.