The
Knoxville Bar Association
Community Law School
Learn how the law affects you . . .
For most people, today’s law is a
jumble of legal statutes and court rulings, and can lead to much frustration
and many questions for anyone trying to understand it. Now, the Knoxville
Bar Association is offering a series of FREE seminars on today’s most
important legal topics,
presented in plain language by top legal experts. Don’t miss this
opportunity to learn what you need to know on key areas of the law.
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Fellowship Church — 8000 Middlebrook Pike
(see below for registration form and directions)
Everyone is welcome to attend and FREE parking is available.
Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required. Student handbooks will be
distributed.
Millions of mortgages
written in the last few years have ended in foreclosure. The first
wave hit
about two years ago, and in the next few months, we’ll see many more. Find out
if you’re at risk, and where to find help.
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Consumer Rights & Responsibilities: Protect Yourself
and Your Assets
Each day the Knoxville
News-Sentinel tells the story about the rough economic times,
with multiple pages of foreclosures. Unemployment is at an
all-time high and bills are starting to pile up. What should you
do to protect your family and try and prevent foreclosure or
bankruptcy? Learn about recent legislation aimed to help
vulnerable consumers avoid foreclosure and steer clear of rescue
scams. Understand your rights if you are trying to pay off a
debt and what to do if you are sued by a creditor. Consider the
legal and financial implications of your adjustable rate
mortgage – warning signs to look for before your home is at
risk. This course will review how these issues impact you and
your personal financial situation.
Speaker: Mark Brown, Menefee & Brown
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11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Wills & Estate Planning for Everyone
Experienced local attorneys will
provide information regarding planning for incapacity and death,
which can happen to anyone at any age. Be Prepared! Learn about
the documents EVERYONE should have in place. Learn what happens
if no documents are in place. Did you know that if you don't
have a will, the State will ultimately decide how your property
is divided? Many more Tennesseans haven't even planned ahead
with any living will or an advance directive. Organizing your
affairs now can greatly assist your loved ones if you become
incapacitated or at your death. Start today by attending this
program!
Speakers: Darsi Sirknen, Woolf,
McClane, Bright, Allen & Carpenter, PLLC
& Angelia Nystrom, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell &
Berkowitz
Program Partner:
Mercy Health Partners
Senior Services
Nine years ago,
President Bush signed The Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act
of 2001 into law. That bill includes estate and gift tax reform
provisions including eliminating the federal estate tax for one year
beginning January 1, 2010. The clock ran out and Congress did nothing. As of
today, there is no federal estate tax, but there is still a Tennessee
inheritance tax.
Questions About the Law?
We've got answers.
Media Sponsor:
Knoxville News Sentinel
Know your rights for free at the Community Law School!
The Community Law School is a FREE
program focused on sharing information with the public about their legal
rights and the role these rights play in their daily lives. The program is
completely free and the courses will be taught by practicing attorneys who
are volunteers with the Knoxville Bar Association.
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