NEWS
February 19, 2010
HPK ONE OF TOP TEN LAW FIRMS
The Baltimore Business Journal has just published its annual list of the top 50 largest law firms in the Baltimore area. HPK tied with Tydings & Rosenberg LLP for the number ten spot - a six spot jump from the previous year's ranking. Unlike the majority of law firms in the Baltimore area and across the country, for the past year and a half, HPK has been thriving, adding lawyers and legal staff, and growing its practice.
February 10, 2010
HPK ATTORNEY CHAD MALKUS TALKS TO STUDENTS ABOUT LEGAL CAREER
Chad Malkus, an attorney at Hodes, Pessin & Katz' Cambridge office, recently spoke to the Mace's Lane Middle School Project 2016 Group about the practice of law, careers in the legal field, and attending college and law school. The project is part of an ongoing effort to keep minority students focused on grades, teach them how to be successful in life and about possible careers from community members.
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January 5, 2010
HPK - A DOZEN SUPER LAWYERS AND RISING STARS IN 2010
HPK's 2010 Super Lawyers are:
- Steven A. Allen (General Litigation)
- Barry Bach (General Litigation)
- Brian Goodman (General Litigation)
- Gerald M. Katz (Business/Corporate)
- Patricia McHugh Lambert (Business Litigation)
- Natalie C. Magdeburger (Personal Injury Defense: Medical Malpractice)
- Catherine W. Steiner (Personal Injury Defense: Medical Malpractice)
- Mark Scurti (Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights)
- Leslie R. Stellman (Schools & Education)
- Drake Zaharris (Business Litigation)
Only 5 percent of the lawyers in Maryland are identified as Super Lawyers by their peers and through the independent research of Law & Politics. HPK is honored to have such a substantial number of its attorneys named to this distinguished list.
HPK's 2010 Rising Stars are:
- James R. Benjamin, Jr. (Business Litigation)
- Elliott D. Petty ( Personal Injury Defense: Medical Malpractice Defense)
January 1, 2010
HPK NAMED GO-TO LAW FIRM BY NATIONWIDE
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. is pleased to have been designated by Nationwide Insurance Company as a Go-To Law Firm for both Labor & Employment and Litigation for 2010. This is the second year HPK has received this honored designation from Nationwide.
January 1, 2010
HPK ELECTS TWO NEW MEMBERS
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) has elected James R. Benjamin, Jr. and Kimberly L. Battaglia to Members of the firm.
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November 19, 2009
TOWN OF BEL AIR COMPREHENSIVE REZONING AND REWRITE OF DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
The Town of Bel Air is accepting applications for rezoning of properties until December 31, 2009. The Town will also to introduce a complete rewrite of the Development Regulations, including new form based zoning for the downtown, B-2 Zoning District and a portion of the Route 1, B-3 Zoning District. The Town is expected to adopt the new zoning maps and Development Code in the first quarter of 2010. This is an opportunity to change the zoning classification of your property and/or to amend the zoning code in order to accommodate your needs. Bel Air Town property owners should contact Michael Leaf at 410.893.2333 or mleaf@hpklegal.com if they have any questions concerning the rezoning process or zoning code rewrite.
November 18, 2009
HPK ATTORNEY STEVE ALLEN APPEARS ON FOX 45 NEWS TO DISCUSS LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN DIXON TRIAL
October 19, 2009
DRAKE ZAHARRIS SELECTED AS ONE OF BALTIMORE SMARTCEO'S LEGAL ELITE FOR 2009.
This year, Baltimore SmartCEO asked its 15,000 readers who is their "go to attorney?" The responses were tallied and HPK's own Managing Director, Drake Zaharris, landed a spot as one of the top 100 Legal Elite attorneys in the Greater Baltimore area. He is honored in the November issue of Baltimore SmartCEO.
October 10, 2009
CHAD MALKUS - HPK ATTORNEY AND VICE-PRESIDENT OF THE ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION MARYLAND CHAPTER BOARD - SUPPORTS 2009 MEMORY WALK FOR ALL AFFECTED BY ALZHEIMERS
Downtown Salisbury was filled with walkers Saturday morning who were out for a cause: the 2009 Memory Walk to fight Alzheimer's Disease.
Organizers say it is a fight that affects more than just the individual battling the disease. Chad Malkus, an attorney with the local law firm HPK and Vice-President of the Alzheimer's Association Maryland Chapter Board said, "It's not only devastating to the person, but it's devastating to the family around them: the caregivers. And it's just so important that the Alzheimer's Assocation is out there advocating for greater awareness.
"The fundraising campaign for the Alzheimer's Association continues until the end of November.
To view a news clip of the event go to www.wmdt.com.
September 3, 2009
HPK IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THE ADDITION OF KIMYA BEHBAHANI TO THE FIRM'S LITIGATION GROUP
HPK is proud to announce that Kimya Behbahani has joined the firm's litigation group. Ms. Behbahani graduated from the University of Baltimore School of Law in May of 2009. While in law school, she completed an internship with the Honorable Alan L. Schwait of the Baltimore City Circuit Court and was accepted as a Fellow in the Snyder Center for Litigation Skills. In conjunction with her law degree she received a Certificate of Concentration in Litigation and Advocacy.
Ms. Behbahani first joined HPK as a Law Clerk in 2008 working with the firm's litigation attorneys. Upon admittance to the Maryland Bar, she will focus her practice in general civil litigation, insurance defense and probate and estate litigation.
August 25, 2009
HPK & NATALIE C. MAGDEBURGER AND CATHERINE W. STEINER LISTED IN SUPER LAWYERS - CORPORATE COUNSEL EDITION FOR PERSONAL INJURY DEFENSE: MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
August 15, 2009
HOWARD COUNTY WOMEN'S JOURNAL "Custody Battles and the Best Interest of the Child" By Margaret H. Oliver, Esquire
HPK Family Law Attorney Margaret H. Oliver authors a semi-monthly article in the Howard County Women's Journal on legal issues affecting women and their families. Ms. Oliver also regularly hosts free seminars in HPK's Columbia office on separation and divorce. For more information go to the events section of HPK's website or contact Ms. Oliver at moliver@hpklegal.com.
To view the article"Custody Battles and the Best Interest of the Child" go to www.womensjournalmd.com/green_grapes.html
August 5, 2009
HPK BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA© FOR 2010
Steven A. Allen- Commercial Litigation, White Collar Criminal Defense, Non-White Collar Criminal Defense
Patricia McHugh Lambert- Insurance
David N. Pessin- Entertainment and Sports Law
Natalie C. Magdeburder- Medical Malpractice, Professional Liability
Catherine W. Steiner- Medical Malpractice, Professional Malpractice
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. is pleased to announce the selection of five of its lawyers to The Best Lawyers in America® for 2010. Best Lawyers compiles lists of outstanding attorneys throughout the country by conducting exhaustive peer-review surveys in which thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers. In the U.S., Best Lawyers publishes an annual referral guide, The Best Lawyers in America, which includes 39,766 attorneys in 80 specific practice areas, covering all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
August 5, 2009
DAVID N. PESSIN BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA© FOR 2010 - ENTERTAINMENT AND SPORTS LAW
Best Lawyers compiles lists of outstanding attorneys throughout the country by conducting exhaustive peer-review surveys in which thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers. HPK Member David Pessin has been named to Best Lawyers in America, for Sports and Entertainment Law in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010.
August 5, 2009
MAGDEBURGER & STEINER MEDICAL MALPRACTICE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA© FOR 2010
Natalie C. Magdeburder- Medical Malpractice, Professional Liability
Catherine W. Steiner- Medical Malpractice, Professional Malpractice
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. is pleased to announce the selection of five of its lawyers to The Best Lawyers in America® for 2010. Best Lawyers compiles lists of outstanding attorneys throughout the country by conducting exhaustive peer-review surveys in which thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers. In the U.S., Best Lawyers publishes an annual referral guide, The Best Lawyers in America, which includes 39,766 attorneys in 80 specific practice areas, covering all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
July 8, 2009
HPK & ROCHELLE S. EISENBERG LISTED IN SUPER LAWYERS - CORPORATE COUNSEL EDITION FOR EMPLOYMENT & LABOR
July 2, 2009
HPK FAMILY LAW GROUP LAUNCHES VIDEO SERIES
David S. Harvis
"Marital Property - What is it? What happens to it?"
Margaret H. Oliver
"Alternative Dispute Resolution Options - Which one is right for you?"
"Collaborative Practice"
" Guardianship"
Mark F. Scurti
"Gays and Lesbians Creating Families"
"LGBT: Domestic Partnership Estate Planning"
Craig J. Little
"Alimony"
COMING SOON - John Carroll Broderick
"Custody Viewpoints"
Go to Legal Library and click on Videos to access or www.hpklegal.com/library/videos.php
July 2, 2009
VIEW VIDEOS ON SAME-SEX/LGBT ISSUES
"Gays and Lesbians Creating Families"
"LGBT: Domestic Partnership Estate Planning"
Go to Legal Library and click on Videos to access or www.hpklegal.com/library/videos.php
July 2, 2009
VIEW COLLABORATIVE LAW VIDEOS
"Alternative Dispute Resolution Options - Which one is right for you?"
"Collaborative Practice"
To access videos go to Legal Library and click on Videos or go to www.hpklegal.com/library/videos.php
July 1, 2009
MICHAEL E. LEAF, ESQ. ASKED TO JOIN STEERING COMMITTEE FOR NORTHERN CHESAPEAKE CHAPTER OF THE GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL.
HPK Corporate and Business Services Attorney Michael E. Leaf has been asked to join the Steering Committee for the Northern Chesapeake Chapter of the Green Building Council. The Northern Chesapeake Chapter of the Green Building Council will serve members in Harford County, Cecil County, Kent County and Queen Anne's County.
June 29, 2009
HPK & MARK F. SCURTI LISTED IN SUPER LAWYERS - CORPORATE COUNSEL EDITION FOR BANKRUPTCY & CREDITOR/DEBTOR RIGHTS
June 26, 2009
HPK - PROUD PARTICIPANT IN THE 2009 BALTIMORE PRIDE FESTIVAL
Once again, HPK attorneys and staff proudly participated in the 2009 Baltimore Pride Festival. Lead by HPK attorney Mark Scurti, they handed out HPK reusable bags, candy, brochures and the opportunity to win two tickets to the July 16th Young Victorian Theatre Group's performance of The Pirates of Penzance. HPK, one of the few law firms in Maryland with a Same-Sex/LGBT Practice Group, has been proudly supporting and serving the LGBT community since 1988 and was the only law firm with a booth at the festival.
June 15, 2009
TOM GISRIEL, SUCCESSFULLY ARGUES TO HAVE WILL SET ASIDE ON GROUNDS OF UNDUE INFLUENCE
In a reported decision by the Court of Special Appeals, Tom Gisriel successfully argued that the Orphans' Court for Baltimore City erred in rejecting as untimely the appellant's Petition to Transmit Issues to the Circuit Court. Russell v. Gaither, 181 Md.App. 25 (2008). On remand, in a week long jury trial in the Circuit Court for Baltimore City, Tom successfully set aside a will on grounds of undue influence exercised by a fellow church member, causing the testator to execute a will naming her as a personal representative and another church member as a major beneficiary.
June 15, 2009
TOM GISRIEL SUCCESSFULLY ARGUES THAT PHOTOCOPIED WILL SHOULD BE ADMITTED TO PROBATE
In a ruling from the bench in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County sitting as the Orphan's Court, Tom Gisriel successfully argued that the decedent had not died intestate where a photocopy of the decedent's will existed. Will photocopies are generally inadmissible as it is presumed that the original will was destroyed by the testator with the intent to revoke it. Tom successfully overcame this rebuttable presumption and the photocopied will was admitted to probate.
June 15, 2009
GIFT TO SON FROM DECEDENT IS VALID
Tom Gisriel obtained a directed verdict in the Circuit Court for Baltimore City by successfully arguing the legality of a gift from the decedent to her son where the daughter challenged the validity of the gift of proceeds from the sale of the decedent's primary residence.
May 29, 2009
STEVE ALLEN APPEARS ON WBFF-FOX 45
"Charges Dropped Against Dixon" (view video)
To view additional videos click on Library and Vidoes or go to www.hpklegal.com/library/videos.php
May 21, 2009
HPK ANNOUNCES CONTINUED EXPANSION WITH ADDITION OF JAMES R. BENJAMIN, JR.
HPK continues on its expansion road with the announcement today that the firm will be adding another attorney, James R. Benjamin, Jr. The addition of Benjamin comes on the heels of HPK's addition of a Medical Malpractice Group, including three new partners, Natalie C. Magdeburger, Catherine W. Steiner, Mairi Pat Maguire, an associate, Elliott D. Petty, and a paralegal, Aristia V. Baysmore.
James Benjamin, a former associate with Whiteford, Taylor and Preston, LLP, received his law degree from the University of Maryland School of Law. Upon graduation he clerked for the Honorable Ellen M. Heller, Administrative Judge, Circuit Court for Baltimore City. Benjamin has significant litigation experience in lead paint, condemnation, eminent domain actions, product liability matters and professional liability matters. He also has appellate experience having successfully argued cases before both the Court of Appeals and Court of Special Appeals. Benjamin is currently waiting on a decision in a case argued before the Court of Appeals last week in which one of the issues is the constitutionality of Maryland's lead paint statute. In 2009, Benjamin was named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers magazine and in 2005 he was named one of Baltimore Business Journal's 40 under 40.
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May 12, 2009
LISA Y. SETTLES HONORED AS ONE OF MARYLAND'S TOP 100 WOMEN
HPK Member, Lisa Y. Settles, was honored last evening for being selected as one of Maryland's Top 100 Women. The list, published by the Maryland Daily Record, recognizes outstanding achievement by women as demonstrated through their professional accomplishments, community leadership and mentoring. All of the women were honored at an awards ceremony last evening at the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall.
The full list of the 2009 Top 100 Women can be viewed at
www.mddailyrecord.com/events.cfm
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May 12, 2009
HPK MEMBER MICHAEL E. LEAF APPOINTED TO HARFORD COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS ADVISORY BOARD
On May 12, 2009, Michael E. Leaf, was appointed to the Harford County Public Works Advisory Board. The Board meets regularly to review county policies and procedures and make recommendations to the County Director of Public Works. Michael manages HPK's Business Services Group and practices out of HPK's Bel Air office located at 139 N. Main St.
May 5, 2009
JAMES R. BENJAMIN, JR. ARGUES BEFORE THE COURT OF APPEALS
On May 5, 2009, James Benjamin argued the case of Zi'Tashia Jackson, et al. v. The Dackman Company, et al before the Court of Appeals. The primary legal issues before the Court were (1) whether Maryland's Reduction of Lead Risk in Housing Act, Md. Code Ann., Env't §6-801 et seq. (2008), is constitutional, (2) what constitutes effective renewal under the Act (the date on which registration renewals are mailed to Maryland's Department of Environment or the date on which the renewals are received by MDE) and whether a property owner, who fell out of compliance but returned to full compliance, is once again afforded qualified immunity under the Statute. James argued that the Act is constitutional and that if a property owner was out of compliance, but returned to full compliance, he or she would be afforded immunity from suit for any injury that occurred during the period of full compliance. The Court's decision is currently pending.
May 5, 2009
PODCAST- ADVICE FOR SEPARATING COUPLES
HPK Family Law Attorney Meg Oliver offers practical advice for separating couples via a podcast produced by the National Family Resiliency Center, Inc.
To listen go to Legal Library and Podcasts or www.hpklegal.com/library/podcasts.php
(The content of the podcast is for informational purposes only. No action should be taken in reliance on its content without first discussing the facts of your individual situation with an attorney.)
May 3, 2009
HPK MEMBER MICHAEL C. HODES- A FRIEND TO PETS IN PERPETUITY
Michael C. Hodes was quoted in an article on pet trusts and was featured in a photo with his bird, Honey, in the Baltimore Sun Sunday, May 3rd edition. The story discussed a new Maryland law, to be effective October 1 of this year, that will allow trusts to be set up to provide for the care of pets. Basically, you will need to name a caregiver and a trustee to manage the money in the trust and reimburse the caregiver's expenses. Prior to the law, pets were considered property under Maryland law that could not receive assets. Click on the following link to view the full article. www.baltimoresun.com/business/investing/bal-bz.ml.ambrose03may03,0,3403567.column
May 1, 2009
STEVEN A. ALLEN LISTED IN CORPORATE COUNSEL MAGAZINE AS ONE OF BEST LAWYERS IN CRIMINAL DEFENSE - MARYLAND
April 22, 2009
TWO HPK ASSOCIATES SELECTED TO MSBA'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Brandy A. Peeples and David A. Burkhouse, associates at Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) have been selected to participate in the Maryland State Bar Associations' 2009-2101 Leadership Academy, a 12 month program designed to help lawyers to become better leaders and to provide opportunities for future leadership roles in the Maryland State Bar Associatoin (MSBA). Brandy is an associate with HPK's Litigation Practice Group and David is an associate with HPK's Education/School Law, Labor and Employment and Litigation Groups.
April 17, 2009
MICHAEL C. HODES CELEBRATES 25 YEARS IN TALK RADIO
Michael C. Hodes, co-founding member of Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A., is celebrating 25 years in Baltimore talk radio this month. Michael began his talk radio career in Baltimore in April of 1984 on WCBM (AM-680) as a guest on Alan Christian's news/talk radio show. Taking a brief hiatus, during which he frequently stepped in for HPK Member David Pessin on his WCBM show Planning Perspectives, Michael recently revived Financial Focus' run in February of this year. The show can now be heard on FM 105.7.
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April 14, 2009
MARYLAND DOMESTIC PARTNERS TO BE EXEMPTED FROM STATE INHERITANCE TAX
Gay domestic partners who co-own homes will be exempted from Maryland state inheritance tax under legislation approved by the Maryland General Assembly. The Senate voted 27-18 to pass the measure. The bill adds same-sex domestic partners to the list of family members who can inherit homes without paying taxes on that property.
April 6, 2009
HODES, PESSIN & KATZ, P.A. ANNOUNCES ITS EXPANSION WITH ADDITION OF FOUR MEDICAL MALPRACTICE DEFENSE LAWYERS
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A., one of Maryland’s leading law firms, today announced the firm’s expansion to include a Medical Malpractice Group with the addition of three new partners and an associate. Joining the firm are Natalie C. Magdeburger, Catherine W. Steiner, Mairi Pat Maguire and Elliott D. Petty, all formerly with Whiteford, Taylor & Preston, LLP in Baltimore.
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March 15, 2009
HPK EDUCATION MEMBERS EDMUND O'MEALLY AND ROCHELLE EISENBERG HONORED TO BE SELECTED TO WRITE ARTICLES FOR EDUCATION EDITION OF MARYLAND BAR JOURNAL
The issue, entitled "Education and the Law" focuses exclusively on legal issues related to Maryland schools including school violence, constitutional issues and public charter school law. Mr. O'Meally's article, "Searching Students in Maryland Public Schools" reviews the increasingly difficult burden placed on public educators and school administrators to create a safe school environment for children and the legal implications of this burden. Ms. Eisenberg's article, "Reviewing Special Education", provids a comprehensive overview of the laws governing the education of children with disabilities.
January 30, 2009
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. Celebrating 10 Years In Bel Air, Maryland
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A., a 40+ law firm with offices in Towson, Columbia, Bel Air and Cambridge, is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the opening of its office in Bel Air, Harford County, Maryland.
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January 2, 2009
Chad Malkus Named One Of Twelve People To Watch In 2009 By Eastern Shore Magazine
Chad Malkus, HPK counsel and managing attorney of the firm's Cambridge office, is featured as one of the "12 People to Watch in 2009" in "What's Up Eastern Shore Magazine's" January issue.
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January 1, 2009
Leslie R. Stellman Represents School Board Before Maryland’s Highest Court
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. member, Leslie R. Stellman, argued a constitutional case on behalf of one of Maryland’s twenty-four county school boards before the Maryland Court of Appeals.
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January 1, 2009
HPK Nine Super Lawyers and Two Rising Stars
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) is honored to have eleven of its attorneys selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers Magazine's top attorneys in Maryland for 2009.
HPK's 2009 Super Lawyers are:
Steven A. Allen
Barry Bach
Brian Goodman
Gerald M. Katz
Natalie C. Magdeburger
Patricia McHugh Lambert
Mark Scurti
Leslie R. Stellman
Drake Zaharris
HPK's 2009 Rising Stars are:
James R. Benjamin, Jr.
Elliott D. Petty
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January 1, 2009
Lisa Y. Settles, Esq. elected to Member.
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) has elected Lisa Y. Settles to Member of the Firm.
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January 1, 2009
Malkus Named Counsel At Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A.
Chad Malkus, who joined the law firm Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A., as an associate in 2006, has been promoted to the position of Counsel.
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January 1, 2009
Hodes, Pessin & Katz P.A. Named Go-To Law Firm By Nationwide Insurance Company
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. is pleased to have been designated by Nationwide Insurance Company as a Go-To Law Firm for both Labor & Employment and Litigation for 2009.
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December 1, 2008
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. Holds First Gay And Lesbian Legal Issues Seminar
Hodes, Pessin and Katz, P.A. held its first Gay and Lesbian Legal Issues Seminar at its Towson office on Saturday, December 7, 2008.
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November 6, 2008
HPK's Tiffany Franc To Be Keynote Speaker For Baltimore County National Adoption Day
Hodes, Pessin & Katz law clerk, Tiffany Franc, will be the Keynote speaker for the Baltimore County National Adoption Day on Saturday, November 15, 2008.
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October 8, 2008
Margaret H. Oliver Elected President Of Howard County Collaborative Professionals, Inc.
Margaret H. Oliver, Member of the law firm Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A., has been elected President of Howard County Collaborative Professionals, Inc. (HCCP).
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October 8, 2008
BALTIMORE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE GRANTS VISITATION TO SAME SEX PARTNER
A Baltimore County Circuit Court judge ruled in favor of HPK Same Sex Attorney Mark Scurti's client, a partner of a same-sex couple.
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October 1, 2008
John Carroll Broderick, Esq. Moves To HPK's Bel Air Office
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) is pleased to announce that long time firm Member, John Carroll Broderick, Esq., has moved from the firm's Towson headquarters to the firm's Bel Air office.
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October 1, 2008
FIVE HPK ATTORNEYS NAMED TO BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA© FOR 2009
Steven A. Allen
Patricia McHugh Lambert
Natalie C. Magdeburger
David N. Pessin
Catherine W. Steiner
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. is pleased to announce the selection of five of its lawyers to The Best Lawyers in America® for 2009. Best Lawyers is a leading referral guide, published annually, that contains lists of outstanding lawyers based entirely on exhaustive peer-review surveys in which thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers.
August 4, 2008
MARK SCURTI, ATTORNEY WITH HODES, PESSIN & KATZ, P.A., SERVES AS A VOLUNTEER BANKRUPTCY MEDIATOR.
Despite appeal in other states, bankruptcy mediation doesn't seem to be catching on in Maryland.
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July 15, 2008
HODES, PESSIN & KATZ, P.A. – PROUD PARTICIPANT IN THE 2008 BALTIMORE PRIDE FESTIVAL
Proudly donning HPK T-shirts, attorneys and employees of Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. welcomed visitors to the HPK booth at the 2008 Pride Festival.
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January 1, 2008
LAMBERT NAMED TO 2008 LIST OF THE BEST INSURANCE LAWYERS IN THE U.S.
Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK), one of Maryland's leading law firms, is pleased to announce that Patricia McHugh Lambert was selected for inclusion in The Best of the U.S.'s 2008 list of the Best Insurance Lawyers in the U.S.
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January 1, 2008
HODES, PESSIN & KATZ, P.A. CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY
Two Thousand and Eight marked Hodes, Pessin & Katz's twentieth year of providing legal services to individuals and businesses in Maryland.
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EVENTS
May 20, 2010
FREE ELDER CARE AND ESTATE PLANNING WORKSHOP -
With Michael C. Hodes, Esq.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
411 Muse Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
6:30 p.m.
During these volatile financial times, elder care planning has become more critical than ever, as a lifetime of savings can be wiped out in a matter of months if proper pre-crisis planning has not been done. The attorneys of Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) are leaders in Elder Law. HPK has assisted thousands of families with their elder care planning to ensure their loved ones are properly cared for and their assets preserved to the fullest extent allowed.
To see how you and your loved ones can benefit from HPK's experience and knowledge, sign up for HPK's free workshop to be held Thursday May 20, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Workshop highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives; Tax Law Changes; Medicaid Planning; Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home Contracts; Caregiver Agreements; Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410-938-8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com.
April 22, 2010
FREE ELDER CARE AND ESTATE PLANNING WORKSHOP -
With Michael C. Hodes, Esq.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
411 Muse Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
6:30 p.m.
During these volatile financial times, elder care planning has become more critical than ever, as a lifetime of savings can be wiped out in a matter of months if proper pre-crisis planning has not been done. The attorneys of Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) are leaders in Elder Law. HPK has assisted thousands of families with their elder care planning to ensure their loved ones are properly cared for and their assets preserved to the fullest extent allowed.
To see how you and your loved ones can benefit from HPK's experience and knowledge, sign up for HPK's free workshop to be held Thursday April 22, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Workshop highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives; Tax Law Changes; Medicaid Planning; Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home Contracts; Caregiver Agreements; Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
March 25, 2010
FREE ESTATE PLANNING AND ELDER CARE WORKSHOP -
With Michael C. Hodes, Esq.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Sunrise Senior Living of Pikesville
3800 Old Court Road
Pikesville, MD 21208
6:00 p.m.
Workshop highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives; Medicaid Planning; Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home and Similar Contracts; Caregiver Agreements; Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410-938-8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com.
March 15, 2010
MARYLAND GAMING OPPORTUNITY WORKSHOP FOR MINORITY BUSINESSES
Monday, March 15, 2010
8:30 a.m. -11:00 a.m.
BWI Hilton
1739 West Nursery Rd.
Linthicum, Maryland 21090
Join HPK Attorney James R. Benjamin, Jr. and others to discuss how minority businesses can prepare for the upcoming multi-million dollar gaming industry.
For more information go to www.mwmca.org
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March 13, 2010
HPK SEPARATION AND DIVORCE SEMINAR
10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 650
Columbia, Maryland 21044
9:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
Join HPK Family Law Attorney, Margaret H. Oliver and Social Worker, Dawn O'Meally, LCSW-C to discuss: the separation and divorce process; the different options for seeking separation and divorce; how to minimize the emotional impact of divorce; how to take care of yourself and your children at this critical time and more...
This seminar is free. Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Lynne Gallagher at 410-740-2000 or lgallagher@hpklegal.com
March 11, 2010
FREE ELDER CARE AND ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR -
With Michael C. Hodes, Esq.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
411 Muse Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
6:30 p.m.
Seminar highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives; Medicaid Planning; Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home and Similar Contracts; Caregiver Agreements; Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410-938-8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com or Kathleen Clendaniel at 410.228.1040 or kclendaniel@hpklegal.com.
March 6, 2010
FREE ELDER CARE SEMINAR
With Kevin F. Bress, Esq.
901 Dulaney Valley, Rd. Suite 400
Towson, MD 21204
10:00 a.m.
During these volatile financial times, elder care planning has become more critical than ever, as a lifetime of savings can be wiped out in a matter of months if proper pre-crisis planning has not been done. The attorneys at Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) are leaders in Elder Law. HPK has assisted thousands of families with their elder care planning to ensure their loved ones are properly cared for and their assets preserved to the fullest extent allowed.
Seminar highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives; Medicaid Planning; Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home and Similar Contracts; Caregiver Agreements, Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410-938-8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com.
February 20, 2010
HPK SEPARATION AND DIVORCE SEMINAR
Saturday, February 20, 2010
10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 650
Columbia, Maryland 21044
9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Join HPK Family Law Attorney, Margaret H. Oliver and Financial Divorce Specialist, John Faggio, to discuss the financial aspects of separation and divorce including: the separation and divorce process; the different options for seeking separation and divorce; how to minimize the financial implications of divorce; tax implications in child support and alimony and more...
This seminar is free. Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Lynne Gallagher at 410-740-2000 or lgallagher@hpklegal.com.
February 13, 2010
FREE ELDER CARE AND ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR - With Michael C. Hodes, Esq. Saturday, February 13, 2010
901 Dulaney Valley Road, Suite 400
Towson, MD 21204
9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
During these volatile financial times, elder care planning has become more critical than ever, as a lifetime of savings can be wiped out in a matter of months if proper pre-crisis planning has not been done. The attorneys of Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) are leaders in Elder Law. HPK has assisted thousands of families with their elder care planning to ensure their loved ones are properly cared for and their assets preserved to the fullest extent allowed.
To see how you and your loved ones can benefit from HPK's experience and knowledge, sign up for HPK's free seminar to be held Saturday, February 13, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Seminar highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives; Medicaid Planning; Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home and Similar Contracts; Caregiver Agreements; Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410-938-8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com.
February 11, 2010
FREE ELDER CARE AND ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR - CANCELLED
With Michael C. Hodes, Esq.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
RESCHEDULED FOR - Thursday, March 11, 2010
411 Muse Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
6:30 p.m.
Seminar highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives; Medicaid Planning; Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home and Similar Contracts; Caregiver Agreements; Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410-938-8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com or Kathleen Clendaniel at 410.228.1040 or kclendaniel@hpklegal.com.
January 22, 2010
FREE ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR
901 Dulaney Valley Road
Towson, MD 21204
Friday, Jan. 22, 2010
9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Without proper planning, a lifetime of work can end up in government coffers. The attorneys of Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) are leaders in Estate and Wealth Preservation Law. Recognizing that not all families are alike, HPK attorneys provide innovative and specialized planning that has allowed thousands of families to meet their financial management and estate planning goals.
To see how you and your family can benefit from HPK's experience and knowledge, join HPK attorney Helen Smith for a free seminar on estate planning.
Seminar highlights will include: Wills; Trusts; Powers of Attorney; Advanced Health Care Directives; and How to Avoid Probate.
Please contact Cindy Weisberg at 410-938-8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com to register.
January 16, 2010
HPK SEPARATION AND DIVORCE SEMINAR
10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 650
Columbia, Maryland 21044
9:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
Join HPK Family Law Attorney, Margaret H. Oliver and Social Worker, Dawn O'Meally, LCSW-C to discuss: the separation and divorce process; the different options for seeking separation and divorce; how to minimize the emotional impact of divorce; how to take care of yourself and your children at this critical time and more...
This seminar is free.
Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Lynne Gallagher at
410-740-2000 or lgallagher@hpklegal.com
December 12, 2009
HPK SEPARATION AND DIVORCE SEMINAR
10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 650
Columbia, Maryland 21044
9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Join HPK Family Law Attorney, Margaret H. Oliver and Financial Divorce Specialist, John Faggio, to discuss the financial aspects of separation and divorce including: the separation and divorce process; the different options for seeking separation and divorce; how to minimize the financial implications of divorce; tax implications in child support and alimony and more...
This seminar is free. Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Lynne Gallagher at 410-740-2000 or lgallagher@hpklegal.com.
December 12, 2009
FREE ELDER CARE AND ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR - With Michael C. Hodes, Esq.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
901 Dulaney Valley Road, Suite 400
Towson, MD 21204
9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
During these volatile financial times, elder care planning has become more critical than ever, as a lifetime of savings can be wiped out in a matter of months if proper pre-crisis planning has not been done. The attorneys of Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) are leaders in Elder Law. HPK has assisted thousands of families with their elder care planning to ensure their loved ones are properly cared for and their assets preserved to the fullest extent allowed.
To see how you and your loved ones can benefit from HPK's experience and knowledge, sign up for HPK's free seminar to be held Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Seminar highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives; Medicaid Planning; Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home and Similar Contracts; Caregiver Agreements; Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
December 5, 2009
HPK'S SAME SEX DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR
The Cator House
411 Muse Street
Cambridge, MD 21613
9:00 a.m.
Join HPK attorney, Mark F. Scurti to discuss changes in Maryland law that impacts same-sex domestic partnerships. Do you need a will? Does an Advaned Health Care Directive allow my same sex partner to visit me in the hospital? Do you need a domestic partnership agreement? How do we title our property? How to protect your assets and minimize taxes. Will same sex marriage or civil unions protect us?
To register please contact Cindy Weisberg at 410.938.8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com or Kathleen Clendaniel at 410.228.1040 or kclendaniel@hpklegal.com.
November 7, 2009
HPK'S FREE ELDER CARE SEMINAR
HPK 's Towson Office
901 Dulaney Valley, Rd. Suite 400
Towson, MD 21204
10:00 a.m.
During these volatile financial times, elder care planning has become more critical than ever, as a lifetime of savings can be wiped out in a matter of months if proper pre-crisis planning has not been done. The attorneys at Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) are leaders in Elder Law. HPK has assisted thousands of families with their elder care planning to ensure their loved ones are properly cared for and their assets preserved to the fullest extent allowed.
Seminar highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives; Medicaid Planning; Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home and Similar Contracts; Caregiver Agreements, Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410-938-8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com
November 7, 2009
HPK SEPARATION AND DIVORCE SEMINAR
10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 650
Columbia, Maryland 21044
9:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
Join HPK Family Law Attorney, Margaret H. Oliver and Social Worker, Dawn O'Meally, LCSW-C to discuss: the separation and divorce process; the different options for seeking separation and divorce; how to minimize the emotional impact of divorce; how to take care of yourself and your children at this critical time and more...
This seminar is free.
Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Lynne Gallagher at
410-740-2000 or lgallagher@hpklegal.com
October 27, 2009
Tax and Financial Planning for Divorce and Separation - HPK Attorney David Pessin
The Maryland Society of Accountants, Inc.
Holiday Inn - FSK
5400 Holiday Drive
Frederick, MD 21701
1:00-5:00 p.m.
The end of marriage or any relations is a traumatic and critical time in anyone's life. Even before the legal dissolution of a marriage, upon the "separation" all estate and financial planning needs to be revised to prevent harsh negative consequences. The legal end of the marriage terminates some - but unfortunately not all - of the rights binding the couple, their property and the financial and medical decisions affecting them. And the children are involved also!
This seminar is not open to the public.
October 27, 2009
The Carroll County Farm Bureau Banquet
HPK Attorney Michael C. Hodes
Pleasant Valley Fire Hall
2030 S. Pleasant Valley Rd
Westminister, MD 21158
7:00 p.m.
October 3, 2009
HPK Separation and Divorce Seminar
10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 650
Columbia, Maryland 21044
9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Join HPK Family Law Attorney, Margaret Oliver and Social Worker, Dawn O' Meally, LCSW-C to discuss: the separation and divorce process; the different options for seeking separation and divorce; how to minimize the emotional impact of divorce; how to take care of yourself and your children at this critical time and more...
This seminar is free.
Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Lynne Gallagher at 410-740-2000 or lgallagher@hpklegal.com.
September 30, 2009
HPK Separation and Divorce Seminar
HPK'S Columbia Office
10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 650
Columbia, Maryland 21044
6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Join HPK Family Law Attorney, Margaret Oliver and Financial Divorce Specialist, John Faggio, to discuss the financial aspects of separation and divorce including: the separation and divorce process; the different options for seeking separation and divorce; how to minimize the financial implications of divorce; tax implications in child support and alimony and more...
This seminar is free. Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Lynne Gallagher at 410-740-2000 or lgallagher@hpklegal.com.
July 25, 2009
HPK'S FREE ELDER CARE SEMINAR
HPK's Towson Office
901 Dulaney Valley Rd. Suite 400
Towson, MD 21204
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
During these volatile financial times, elder care planning has become more critical than ever, as a lifetime of savings can be wiped out in a matter of months if proper pre-crisis planning has not been done. The attorneys of Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A. (HPK) are leaders in Elder Law. HPK has assisted thousands of families with their elder care planning to ensure their loved ones are properly cared for and their assets preserved to the fullest extent allowed.
Seminar highlights will include: Powers of Attorney; Healthcare Directives, Medicaid Planning, Applications and Denials; Proper Titling of Assets to Ensure Protection; CCRC, Nursing Home and Similar Contracts; Caregiver Agreements, Leases and Promissory Notes; and How to Avoid Probate.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410-938-8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com.
July 16, 2009
HPK Young Vic Theatre Night
"The Pirates of Penzance"
The Bryn Mawr School
109 W. Melrose Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21210
Meet the performers at an HPK Wine and Dessert Reception following the performance.
(PDF file)
June 21, 2009
Baltimore Pride Festival 2009
Join HPK at the 2009 Baltimore Pride Festival on Sunday June 21st from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The festival, held at Druid Hill Park, is designed to recognize and promote gay and lesbian pride throughout the Baltimore community. HPK has a strong Same-Sex/LGBT practice and is one of the few law firms to participate in the festival. Stop by the HPK booth to learn about how HPK can help protect you, your partner, and your family. Get updates on changes in Maryland's laws that affect you, sign up for HPK's Free Same-Sex Legal Seminars, meet some of HPK's attorneys and support staff, pick up a few giveaways and enter to win tickets to The Young Victorian Theater Company's summer performance of "The Pirates of Penzance."
June 18, 2009
HPK's Separation and Divorce Seminar
HPK's Columbia Office
10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 650
Columbia, Maryland 21044
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join HPK Family Law Attorney, Margaret Oliver and Financial Divorce Specialist, John Faggio, to discuss the financial aspects of separation and divorce including: The Separation and Divorce process; The Different Options for Seeking Separation and Divorce; How to Minimize the Financial Implications of Divorce; Tax Implications in Child Support and Alimony and more. . .
This seminar is free.
Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Lynne Gallagher at 410-740-2000 or lgallagher@hpklegal.com.
May 21, 2009
Estate Planning, Elder Law and Reverse Mortgages - Presented by M&T Bank and Hodes, Pessin & Katz, P.A.
HPK's Cambridge Office
The Cator House
411 Muse Street
Cambridge, MD 21613
3:30 p.m.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410.938.8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com.
May 20, 2009
Legal Considerations - Wills, Trusts and Estates - Presented by HPK Member Michael C. Hodes
Hopkins Pre-Retirement
B-101 Auditorium
Johns Hopkins Eastern Campus
1:00 p.m.
Please note: This event is not open to the public.
May 19, 2009
Financial Focus Workshops
Financial Planning, Estate Planning and Elder Law - HPK Member Michael Hodes and Dottie Schmitt
HPK's Towson Office
901 Dulaney Valley Rd.
Suite 400
Towson, Maryland 21204 (next to Sheraton)
2 Sessions:
3:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
To register contact Cindy Weisberg at 410.938.8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com.
May 16, 2009
HPK's Free Gay And Lesbian Legal and Financial Issues Seminar - Sponsored by SunTrust Bank
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Harford County
2515 Churchville Rd. (Route 22)
Churchville, MD 21028
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join HPK attorney, Mark F. Scurti, Adoption Makes Family, Dr. Dean Kirschner and others to learn about ways you can protect yourself and your family. Learn about estate planning, domestic partnership agreements, recent changes in Maryland law that affect our community, unique financial planning issues and adoption.
To register please contact Cindy Weisberg at 410.938.8800 or cweisberg@hpklegal.com
(PDF file)
May 16, 2009
HPK Separation and Divorce Seminar
HPK's Columbia Office
10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 650
Columbia, Maryland 21044
9:30 a.m -11:30 a.m.
Join HPK Family Law Attorney, Margaret Oliver and Social Worker, Dawn O'Meally, LCSW-C to discuss: the separation and divorce process; the different options for seeking separation and divorce; how to minimize the financial implications of divorce; tax implications in child support and alimony; how to reduce the impact on children; where to seek assistance for your children and more . . .
This seminar is free.
Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Lynne Gallagher at 410-740-2000 or lgallagher@hpklegal.com.
May 13, 2009
"Students' Constitutional Rights in School" - Presented by HPK Attorney Edmund O'Meally
(10:00 a.m. session)
Sheppard Pratt Conference Center
6501 N. Charles St.
Towson, Maryland 21285
8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
This presentation will be part of the Maryland Law Day Conference entitled "Law in Your Daily Life: Exploring the Law's Impact on You"
The day long program is sponsored by the Maryland State Bar Association and is designed to inform Maryland high school students and teachers on a wide variety of legal issues affecting young people.
This program is limited to Maryland public school students between grades 8-12.
April 30, 2009
Asset Protection and the Role of Trusts in Medicaid Planning - Presented by HPK Member Michael C. Hodes
Inn at the Colonnade/Baltimore
4 West University Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21218
8:30 a.m.
Please note: This event is not open to the public
April 27, 2009
How Lawyers Use Computer Forensics To Protect Clients' Intellectual Property
(PDF file)
February 26, 2009
American Bar Association's Toolbox Lunch Session
How Societal Changes Raise Insurance Issues
(DOC file)
February 21, 2009
HPK's Free Seminar For Business Owners
Debtor/Creditor Issues in a Turbulent Economy
(DOC file)