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Event & Seminars

UPCOMING EVENTS:

To be announced.

 

PAST EVENTS:

NAIFA St. Louis Members presents:

Elder Law Attorneys Presentation

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2019 | 8:00 am – 9:00 am
St. Louis, MO

The Missouri Bar Association presents:

2019 Estate, Trust & Elder Law Institute

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2019 – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2019 | 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
St. Louis, MO

For more information visit:

http://www.mobar.org/

Christian Hospital Foundation presents:

The Caregivers Conference

TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2019 | 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine is proud to be presenting to members of our local community on the importance of understanding powers of attorney (financial and health), elder abuse and government benefits, including Medicaid and VA, when serving as caregivers. Christine understands that caregivers have a lot on their plates and is excited to share her knowledge of these complex topics.

For more information visit:

https://www.christianhospital.org/Giving/Foundation

The Missouri Bar Association presents:

2019 Annual Solo and Small Firm Conference

THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2019 | Session 1 – 11:10 am & Session 2 – 2:20 pm
Osage Beach, MO

For more information visit:

http://www.mobar.org/

Association on Aging with Developmental Disabilities presents:

Will & Trust Seminar

TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2019 | 6:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

For more information visit:

https://www.agingwithdd.org/

Arsenal Credit Union presents:

Will & Trust Seminar

TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2019 | 6:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

For more information visit:

https://arsenalcu.com/

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association presents:

KCMBA CLE Event – Tort Committee

TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2019 | 2:00 pm – 4:40 pm
Kansas City, MO

For more information visit:

https://www.kcmba.org/

Lindenwood Area Senior Ministry presents:

Lunch and Learn Event

THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

For more information visit:

https://www.lasministry.org/

American Parkinson Disease Association – Greater St. Louis Chapter presents:

Midwest Parkinson Congress

THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2019 | 12:00 pm
Creve Coeur, MO

For more information visit:

https://www.apdaparkinson.org/

Purina Credit Union presents:

The Estate Planning Workshop

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2019 | 12:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

APDA Care Partners Only Support Group presents:

“Planning for the Future” Meeting

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2019 | 10:30 am
Chesterfield, MO

For more information visit:

https://www.apdaparkinson.org/resources-support/for-caregivers/

 

2018

Millenia Investments, L.L.C. presents:

Meet the Lawyer Day

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2018 | 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Mount Vernon, MO

This event is a great way to meet and greet with attorneys and get your Estate Planning questions answered. Subjects can range from Wills/Trusts, Estate Planning, Avoiding Probate, Estate Taxes, IRA Beneficiary questions, Special Needs Trusts and more. Christine is excited to meet with all potential clients who reserve a time slot and share knowledge and build relationships. See link and flyer below to book your time slot:

Click here for the Millenia Investments, LLC Website

Moon Accounting presents:

The Seminar at the Lake

MONDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2018 | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Lake of the Ozarks, MO

Christine excited to be attending and presenting at the Seminar at the Lake. She will be speaking on the ins and outs of Medicaid and Veteran Benefits. She understands applying for either of these benefits can be a confusing and stressful and hopes to shed some light on understanding the process and what is required.

Click here for the Moon Accounting Website

The Missouri Bar Association presents:

The Missouri Bar 2018 Annual Estate, Trust & Elder Law Institute Judicial Conference

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2018 – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 | 7:00 am –  6:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine will be attending the 2018 Annual Meeting of The Missouri Bar. Per The Missouri Bar website, this event is …”the state bar’s largest gathering of lawyers and judges. Take advantage of unmatched value and outstanding professional development in an atmosphere designed for building relationships that positively impact your practice, your legal profession and our justice system”.

Click here for more information about this event

Millenia Investments, L.L.C. presents:

Meet the Lawyer Day

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2018 | 8:30 am –  5:00 pm
Chesterfield, MO

This event is a great way to meet and greet with attorneys and get your Estate Planning questions answered. Subjects can range from Wills/Trusts, Estate Planning, Avoiding Probate, Estate Taxes, IRA Beneficiary questions, Special Needs Trusts and more. Christine is excited to meet with all potential clients who reserve a time slot and share knowledge and build relationships. See link and flyer below to book your time slot:

Click here for the Millenia Investments, LLC Website

Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging presents:

Show Me Summit on Aging and Health

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2018 – WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2018 | 9:00 am –  5:30 pm
St. Charles, MO

Christine and Debbie Emmelkamp, LCSW, will speak at this year’s Show Me Summit. They will discuss the dynamics of dealing with difficult family members, resources, prevention techniques and the important roles of an elder law attorney and social worker at incapacity.

Click here for more information about this event

Commerce Bank presents:

ALCA Special Needs Trust Program

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2018 | 7:00 am – 8:45 am
St. Louis, MO

Commerce Bank has invited Christine to be participate in there continued education event for the meeting of St. Louis Care Managers. The goal objectives of this program are as follows: Attendees will be able to define a “Special Needs Trust”; They would be able to list on explanation of how working with a SNT is unique and different from private pay care management clientele; Finally, they would be able to list three expenses that cannot be paid by a SNT. Christine is excited to share her knowledge and experience with Special Needs Trusts.

Click here for the Commerce Bank Website

Click here for the Aging Life Care Association Website

The American Parkinson Disease Association presents:

American Parkinson Disease Association Presentation

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2018 | 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine, along with Financial Advisor, Matt Witte of Renaissance Financial, are jointly presenting at this years American Parkinson Disease Association Event. They will be discussing “Financial Preparation for Future Decision. As Matt will touch on the Financial side, Christine will talk about Medicaid and how to prepare for Long Term Care for a loved one.

Click here for the American Parkinson Disease Association – Greater St. Louis Chapter Website

Christian Hospital Auxiliary and AARP St. Louis presents:

Caregivers Conference

TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2018 | 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine is proud to be presenting to members of our local community on the importance of understanding powers of attorney (financial and health), elder abuse and government benefits, including Medicaid and VA, when serving as caregivers. Christine understands that caregivers have a lot on their plates and is excited to share her knowledge of these complex topics.

Click here for the Christian Hospital Auxiliary Website

Click here for the AARP Saint Louis Website

SSM Health presents:

SSM Health Rehabilitation Network Conference

SATURDAY, AUGUST 11, 2018 | 11:00am – 12:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

Long Term Care can be a stressful situation when it comes to making sure your loved ones are taken care of properly. This SSM conference is titled ” Beyond Inpatient Rehabilitation: Maximizing Quality of Life and Long Term Outcome for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Survivors”.  Christine has been invited to speak on the legal concerns of long term care.

Click here for the SSM Health Website

Edward Jones presents:

Seminar – Estate Planning and New Tax Laws effective in 2018

THURSDAY, JULY 26, 2018 | 6:00  – 8:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine spoke on a number of topics at this seminar including; Probate Avoidance, The Four Ways Property Pass at Death in Missouri, From Transfers on Death to Revocable Trusts, The Basics of Medicaid Planning and Veteran Administration Benefits and Guardianship and Conservatorship proceedings in Missouri.

Click here for the Edward Jones Website

Parkside Financial Bank and Trust presents:

Focus Group Dinner

THURSDAY, JULY 12, 2018 | 6:00  – 8:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

This event gathers together respected members of the community to discuss important topics. The goal is to better understand what Estate Planners want from a local corporate trustee and to provide feedback to Parkside Financial after completing their first 10 years of trustee services.

Click here for the Parkside Financial Bank & Trust Website

The Bar Association of Metropolitan Saint Louis presents:

15-Hour Annual Metropolitan MCLE Update

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 2018 | 2:00 – 2:50 pm
St. Louis, MO

At this Continued Education event, Christine discussed with audience members the different types of elder abuse, resources, prevention techniques and the important roles of an elder law attorney and social worker at incapacity.

Click here for The Bar Association of Metropolitan Saint Louis Website

Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys presents:

MATA’s 60th Annual Convention

THURSDAY – SUNDAY, JUNE 21 – 24, 2018 | 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Lake of the Ozarks, MO

Christine is proud to be speaking at the MATA 60th Annual Convention. Liens can be some of the most confusing and frustrating aspects of settling a personal injury case. Christine spoke to this group of attorneys about client benefits, the SMART Act, an MSA update and ethical issues. She also participated in a panel discussion that reviewed practical approaches and tactics that can be applied when resolving Medicaid, ERISA and hospital liens.

Click here for the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys Website

The Simon Law Firm presents:

Honorable Richard B. Tietelman Memorial Seminar to Benefit Legal Services of Eastern Missouri

TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2018 | 3:30 – 4:30 pm
St. Louis, MO

This event held in memory of Honorable Richard B. Tietelman is in support of the Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, a charitable legal resource organization. The Legal Services of Eastern Missouri Mission Statement: “Legal Services of Eastern Missouri advances justice through legal representation, education and supportive services. We partner with the community to improve lives, promote fairness and create opportunities for those in need.”

Click here for The Simon Law Firm Website

The National Business Institute presents:

Medicare and Medicaid Liens Simplified

TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2018 | 2:00 – 3:15 pm
St. Louis, MO

Medicare and Medicaid Liens  in Personal Injury Settlements can be a confusing process. For this continued education seminar, Christine will touch on topics such as the Medicare Secondary Payer Act, Navigating the Medicare System to Obtain Lien Information, Medicare Advantage Medicaid Liens.

Click here for the National Business Institute Website

The Parkinson’s Foundation presents:

Parkinson’s Support Group Discussion

MONDAY, MAY 14, 2018 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Washington, MO

Receiving emotional support and connection with individuals who can relate to your situation can be very healing. The Parkinson’s Foundation provides support group for Parkinson’s patients and their loved ones to gather together and connect with each other as a resource and support system. Christine attended to be a part of the open discussion and provide insight on the Elder Law aspect and how they can plan for their future care.

Click here for the Parkinson’s Foundation Website

Parkside Financial Bank & Trust presents:

Bar Association of Metropolitan Saint Louis Continual Education Presentation

THURSDAY, MAY 3, 2018 | 1:00 – 5:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

The BAMSL 29th Annual Trust and Estate Planning Institute has invited Christine to present in conjunction with Julie Berkowitz. Julie is an Elder Law Attorney of the Law Office of Julie Berkowitz located on 500 N. Skinker Blvd. Christine and Julie spoke on on the importance of Special Needs Trust Administration. People who have disabilities and receive government benefits can lose this benefits if they receive a monetary settlement or an inheritance. A Special Needs Trust can help maintain government benefits and allow the person with the disability to enjoy the inheritance or settlement proceeds.

Click here for the Parkside Financial Bank & Trust Website

Simon Law Firm presents:

Firm Presentation on Liens in 2018

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 2018 | 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine has been invited to speak at the Simon Law Firm for continuing education and promote discussion on “Combating the Lien Machine in 2018”.  She will be discussing the importance of understanding liens and Medicare set asides for the personal injury attorney.

Click here for The Simon Law Firm Website

St. Gabriel the Archangel presents:

Health Resource Fair

SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2018 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
St. Louis, MO

Come on down to the 1st annual St. Gabriel’s Health Resource Fair. There will be a variety of booths from various companies touching on health, holistic methods, physical activity, nutrition and, of course, legal planning. Christine will provide insight and information on Estate and Long Term Care Planning.

Click here for the St. Gabriel the Archangel Website

Financial Planning Association presents:

Understanding Capacity Issues: Protecting Against Potential Litigation and How to Prepare Should You (the Financial Advisor) Be Called as a Witness

THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 | 3:15-5:30pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine will delve into the issues revolving around capacity and the crucial steps that financial advisors can take to uphold the duty to their clients. Christine’s materials include the different types of financial abuse, resources should abuse be identified, the actions that can be taken to prevent and resolve abuse and what to do should the financial advisor be deposed.

Click here for Capacity Issues and Protecting Against Potential Litigation for the Financial Advisor Presentation

Click here for the Financial Planning Association Event Webpage and Registration

St. Louis Paralegal Association presents:

Elder Law for the Paralegal: Long-Term Care Planning, Estate Planning, Medicare Secondary Payer Basics and Special Needs Trusts

FRIDAY, MAY 5, 2017 | 8:30-10:30am
St. Louis, MO

Most law firms would be lost without their valued paralegals. Christine will offering her specialized elder law knowledge to this group of exceptional paralegals. She review how to plan for people with disabilities, the basics of government benefits, the legal and financial implications of various activities when planning for long-term care and the law as it relates to Medicare Secondary Payer statutes.

Click here for 2017 Paralegal Asssociation Presentation

Click here for Elder Law for the Paralegal Brochure

Click here for Christine’s Four Circle Drawing

Fontbonne University presents:

A Guide to Being Subpoenaed: Whether to be a witness, to testify at trial or to disclose client records

THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2017 | 3:30-5:00pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine works frequently with social workers on capacity and placement issues. She will presenting to this class the importance of ethical client management and record keeping, especially as they relate to being called to testify as a court or deposition witness. Christine will be presenting with Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Debbie Emmelkamp, and they will be reviewing best practices and tips, as well engaging in a mock cross examination.

St. Louis Community College presents:

Caregiving at Home Series – Basics of Elder Law

MONDAY, APRIL 3, 2017 | 6:00pm-9:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

Our associate attorney, Tom McCarthy will be instructing this continuing education course on the basics of elder law, including estate planning (powers of attorney, healthcare directives wills and trusts) and long-term care planning (Medicaid and VA).

Basics of Elder Law Presentation – Estate Planning and Long-Term Care Planning

The Elder & Disability Advocacy Firm of Christine A. Alsop, LLC, presents:

Lunch & Learn: Rynearson, Suess, Schnurbusch & Champion Presentation – A Comprehensive Review of MSAs, SSI, SSDI and Medicaid

TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 2017 | 11:00am-2:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

Christine will be hosting this Lunch & Learn at Rynearson, Suess, Schnurbusch & Champion. She will be discussing the importance of understanding MSAs and government benefits. You can also contact our office and schedule a private Lunch & Learn class for your firm.

Click here for Christine’s Presentation

St. Louis Planning Giving Council presents:

Basic Estate Planning and Wealth Transfer and Long-Term Care Planning 101

THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2017 | 10:00am-1:30pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine is speaking to this group of planned giving professionals, financial advisors and attorneys on basic estate planning tactics, long-term care planning strategies and benefit eligibility requirements. There are many different planning techniques that Christine employs in order to achieve her clients’ goals and uphold their wishes. Christine will provide attendees with an overview of these complex topics and her specialized insight.

Presentation Materials:

Click here for Christine’s Estate Planning Presentation

Click here for Christine’s Long-Term Care Planning Presentation

Home Care Social Workers presents:

A Social Worker’s Guide to Being Subpoenaed: Whether to be a witness, to testify at trial or to disclose client records

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 2017 | 12:00pm-2:00pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine works frequently with social workers on capacity and placement issues. She will presenting to this group on the importance of ethical client management and record keeping, especially as they relate to being called to testify as a court or deposition witness. Christine will be presenting with Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Debbie Emmelkamp, and they will be reviewing best practices and tips, as well engaging in a mock cross examination.

The Missouri Bar presents:

Combating the Lien Machine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 | 9:00am-4:30pm
St. Louis, MO

This seminar was geared towards attorneys who deal with the thorny maze of regulations, rules, procedures and potential pitfalls when settling cases that involve third-party payers. Presenters, including Christine, reviewed the latest court rulings, regulations, procedure changes and strategies for handling challenging negotiations and subrogation issues. In this advanced lien resolution seminar, seasoned faculty navigated participants through the frustrations that ERISA, Medicare, Medicaid and hospital and ambulance liens can bring and provided practical tips and strategies designed to resolve liens more effectively.

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Cardinal Ritter Senior Services presents:

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016 | 1:30pm-3:00pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine spoke to the Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group about the different planning techniques that can be put into place for both caregivers and those who have received a dementia diagnosis. She reviewed the importance of durable powers of attorney and the relevant terminology, Medicaid planning, VA planning, probate avoidance and estate planning.

The Missouri Bar presents:

Combating the Lien Machine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 | 9:00am-4:30pm
Kansas City, MO

This seminar was geared towards attorneys who deal with the thorny maze of regulations, rules, procedures and potential pitfalls when settling cases that involve third-party payers. Presenters, including Christine, reviewed the latest court rulings, regulations, procedure changes and strategies for handling challenging negotiations and subrogation issues. In this advanced lien resolution seminar, seasoned faculty navigated participants through the frustrations that ERISA, Medicare, Medicaid and hospital and ambulance liens can bring and provided practical tips and strategies designed to resolve liens more effectively.

Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging (MA4) presents:

Show Me Summit on Aging and Health: Incapacity and Its Impact on Elder Abuse

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 | 1:45pm-2:45pm
Branson, MO

Christine and Debbie Emmelkamp, LCSW, spoke at this year’s Show Me Summit. They discussed with audience members the different types of elder abuse, resources, prevention techniques and the important roles of an elder law attorney and social worker at incapacity.

Click here for more information

Lindenwood Park Neighborhood Association presents:

Lindenwood Park Neighborhood Association Meeting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016 | 8:00pm-9:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

Christine presented to her fellow, local community members on issues that affect all of us, including estate planning, probate avoidance and planning for disability and long-term care. It was reassuring for the association members to know that they have an experienced elder law attorney in their backyards.

The Missouri Bar presents:

Solo & Small Firm Conference – Lions, Tigers & Bears, Oh My! (a.k.a. Liens, Reimbursements and Subrogation, Oh Damn!)

JUNE 9, 2016 | 2:10pm-3:00pm
Osage Beach, MO

Christine will be co-presenting, alongside David Ransin, of Ransin Injury Law, for this breakout session at the annual Solo & Small Firm Conference. During their class, they will provide an in-depth view of the history, purposes, requirements and functionality of liens and set-asides. Practice tips and case law examples will provide practical application in understanding the complexities of Medicare regulations and how to best protect clients and protect from attorney liability.

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The Elder & Disability Advocacy Firm of Christine A. Alsop, LLC, presents:

Lunch & Learn: A Guide for Personal Injury Attorneys (A Comprehensive Review of MSAs, SSI, SSDI and Medicaid)

MAY 4, 2016 | 11:00am-2:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

Christine will be hosting this Lunch & Learn at Klar, Izsak & Stenger, LLC, just in time for the CLE credit reporting due date. She will be discussing the importance of understanding MSAs and government benefits when settling clients’ personal injury matters. This presentation has been approved by The Missouri Bar for 3.3 CLE credit hours. You can also contact our office and schedule a private Lunch & Learn class for your firm.

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Please click the link below for Christine’s presentation materials:

The Elder & Disability Advocacy Firm of Christine A. Alsop, LLC, presents:

Lunch & Learn: A Guide for Personal Injury Attorneys (A Comprehensive Review of MSAs, SSI, SSDI and Medicaid)

APRIL 27, 2016 | 11:00am-2:00pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine will be hosting this Lunch & Learn at Simon Law Firm, just in time for the CLE credit reporting due date. She will be discussing the importance of understanding MSAs and government benefits when settling clients’ personal injury matters. This presentation has been approved by The Missouri Bar for 3.3 CLE credit hours. You can also contact our office and schedule a private Lunch & Learn class for your firm.

Click here for more information

Please click the link below for Christine’s presentation materials:

The Elder & Disability Advocacy Firm of Christine A. Alsop, LLC, presents:

Lunch & Learn: A Guide for Personal Injury Attorneys (A Comprehensive Review of MSAs, SSI, SSDI and Medicaid)

APRIL 21, 2016 | 11:00am-2:00pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine will be hosting two in-house Lunch & Learn classes in the month of April, just in time for the CLE credit reporting due date. She will be discussing the importance of understanding MSAs and government benefits when settling clients’ personal injury matters. This presentation has been approved by The Missouri Bar for 3.3 CLE credit hours. We have 2 available spaces for this April 21st class. Christine will be holding similar classes throughout the year. You can also contact our office and schedule a private Lunch & Learn class for your firm.

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Presented by American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) presents:

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group Presentation

APRIL 13, 2016 | 10:00am-12:00pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine will be discussing how to navigate through the transitions of care in this presentation geared towards support group members. She will cover everything from estate planning to long-term care planning and everything in between.

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Lindenwood Area Senior Ministry (LASM) presents:

Caring for the Caregiver Workshop Series – Being Legally Prepared for Caregiving

APRIL 10, 2016 | 1:00pm-2:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

Christine is proud to be presenting to members of our local community on the importance of understanding powers of attorney (financial and health), elder abuse and government benefits, including Medicaid and VA, when serving as caregivers. Christine understands that caregivers have a lot on their plates and is excited to share her knowledge of these complex topics.

Click here for more information

The Elder & Disability Advocacy Firm of Christine A. Alsop, LLC, presents:

Lunch & Learn: A Guide for Personal Injury Attorneys (A Comprehensive Review of MSAs, SSI, SSDI and Medicaid)

APRIL 7, 2016 | 11:00am-2:00pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine will be hosting two in-house Lunch & Learn classes in the month of April, just in time for the CLE credit reporting due date. She will be discussing the importance of understanding MSAs and government benefits when settling clients’ personal injury matters. This presentation has been approved by The Missouri Bar for 3.3 CLE credit hours. All spaces for this April 7th class have been reserved. Christine will be holding similar classes throughout the year. You can also contact our office and schedule a private Lunch & Learn class for your firm.

Click here for more information

Please click the link below for Christine’s presentation materials:

St. Louis Community College presents:

Caregiving at Home Series – Elder Care Law & Order

APRIL 4, 2016 | 6:30pm-9:00pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine will be teaching an interactive course on elder care law for caregivers. She will explain in detail and answer questions regarding advanced directives, living wills, powers of attorney and trust funds. She will also review the various issues that caregivers face. The content of this presention can apply to both non-professional and professional caregivers who provide care for family members, friends or clients.

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Please click the link below for Christine’s presentation materials:

St. Louis Paralegal Association presents:

Elder Law for the Paralegal

MARCH 23, 2016 | 12:00pm-12:50pm
St. Louis

Christine was honored to present for members of the St. Louis Paralegal Association again this year. Her class covered the complex topics of government benefits, Medicaid set-aside arrangements and special needs trusts. Many law firms rely heavily on the knowledge and skills of their valued paralegals, so Christine was very excited to share her expertise with them.

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Please click the link below for Christine’s presentation materials:

Nestle Purina presents:

The Importance of Estate Planning

MARCH 17, 2016 | 11:00am-1:30pm
St. Louis, MO

Nestle Purina requested that Christine speak to its staff members about the importance of estate planning. Christine enjoys sharing her specialized knowledge with others so that they may be educated on the tactics that they can implement in order to secure their financial futures and ensure that their intentions are honored.

National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) presents:

The St. Louis Speaker Series

MARCH 15, 2016 | 7:00am-9:30am
St. Louis, MO 

Many financial advisors have questions about what to do if their clients are suffering from diseases that can affect their capacity. There are many important factors for financial advisors to take into consideration when handling such cases. In this seminar, Christine will discuss the ethical issues that can arise, as well as how to protect against litigation and what a financial advisor should do in order to prepare in the event that he or she is called as a witness.
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Horseman Group presents:

Benefits of Aging

FEBRUARY 18, 2016 | 1:30pm-3:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

Christine will be presenting with social worker, Debbie Emmelkamp, at this local seminar that will be featuring elder law-related topics, including estate planning, long-term care, Medicaid, Veterans benefits and special needs trusts. For more information, please contact Whitney Priebe at (314) 644-3200 or send us an email.

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The Elder & Disability Advocacy Firm of Christine A. Alsop, LLC presents:

Ask the Financial Planner

NOVEMBER 13, 2015 | 9:00am-5:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

The financial planners at Millenia Investments, LLC, will be in our office answering questions regarding investments, IRAs, mutual funds and retirement planning in one-on-one meetings scheduled throughout the day. If you are interested in meeting with a financial planner, please contact Whitney Priebe at (314) 644-3200 or send us an email. Availability is limited so reserve your space today!

Signature Medical Group presents:

2015 BPCI Conference

OCTOBER 31, 2015 | 11:15am-12:15pm
Dallas, TX

Christine will be travelling southwest for this conference. This event will focus on informing and educating healthcare providers on topical issues of the day so that they can offer their patients with the best possible standard of care. Christine will be speaking on the various issues that arise when navigating through the transitions of care with patients and their families.

Mid-East Area Agency on Aging (MEAAA) presents:

Big Wheels for Meals

OCTOBER 24, 2015 | 10:00am-2:00pm
Maryland Heights, MO

Come out and enjoy the weather at this family fun day at Creve Coeur Park! This event is being held in appreciation of the donors who have given over the years to MEAAA’s Meals on Wheels program. There will be games, prizes, information booths and food trucks!

Society of Financial Service Professionals presents:

Alternative Methods to Enable and Empower Individuals with Disabilities

OCTOBER 15, 2015 | 7:30am-9:00am
St. Louis, MO 

Christine spoke to this group of financial advisors about special needs trusts, the ABLE Act and the Special Needs Trust Fairness Act. There are several pieces of legislation that will affect people who have special needs and it is important that all service professionals understand the proposed regulations, eligibility requirements and current statuses of these new laws.

American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) – St. Louis Chapter presents:

Sewing the Seeds of Optimism – 20th Annual Auction, Luncheon and Fashion Show

OCTOBER 12, 2015 | 11:30am-2:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

Christine attended this annual fundraiser which raises awareness of Parkinson’s. The APDA strives to find the causes of and a cure to this awful disease.

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The Missouri Bar presents:

Combating the Lien Machine

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015 | 9:00am-4:30pm
Independence, MO 

Liens can be some of the most confusing and frustrating aspects of settling a personal injury case. Christine spoke to this group of attorneys about client benefits, the SMART Act, an MSA update and ethical issues. She also participated in a panel discussion that reviewed practical approaches and tactics that can be applied when resolving Medicaid, ERISA and hospital liens.

The Missouri Bar presents:

Combating the Lien Machine

AUGUST 28, 2015 | 9:00am-4:30pm
St. Louis, MO 

Liens can be some of the most confusing and frustrating aspects of settling a personal injury case. Christine spoke to this group of attorneys about client benefits, the SMART Act, an MSA update and ethical issues. She also participated in a panel discussion that reviewed practical approaches and tactics that can be applied when resolving Medicaid, ERISA and hospital liens.

The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (BAMSL) presents:

15-Hour Annual MCLE Update

JUNE 26, 2015 | 1:10pm-2:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

This inclusive seminar covered several current topics, such as ethics, family law, intellectual property, workers’ comp and mass torts. Christine was honored to cover the Elder Law Update section of this meeting. She spoke on recent changes to Medicaid, appeals and much more. We are proud that she is able to serve as an authority in this niche field. She is truly humbled to have the opportunity to share her wealth of knowledge with other attorneys.

National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) presents:

Continuing Education Day

MAY 21, 2015 | 9:00am-9:50am
St. Louis, MO 

In this presentation, Christine spoke about capacity issues, protecting against potential litigation and how to prepare should a financial advisor be called as a witness. She also discussed how to look for red flags in regards to client capacity and how best to arm yourself for questions that directly challenge the handling of your client’s financial concerns.

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St. Louis Paralegal Association presents:

Elder Law for the Paralegal

APRIL 23, 2015 | 11:30am-1:00pm
St. Louis, MO 

Christine spoke to members of the St. Louis Paralegal Association on the various topics, practical applications, administrative processes and general information regarding elder law. Elder law is an intricate practice and so many aspects of it intertwine with other areas of the law. It is crucial for paralegals, who play significant roles in cases and problem solving, to understand the basics of this field.

Please click the link below for Christine’s presentation materials:

Lindenwood Area Senior Ministry (LASM) presents:

Debunking the Myths about Staying Healthy, Wealthy and Wise in Retirement

APRIL 21, 2015 | 11:30am-1:30pm
St. Louis, MO

Christine was excited to be a part of the second installment of the Spring Into Action Workshop Series. During her presentation, Christine helped audience members understand the important differences between fact and fiction when it comes to elder law, estate planning, powers of attorney, life insurance, Medicaid and more. This luncheon was very helpful to those who attended and Christine felt lucky to have the opportunity to share her knowledge and expertise with those in our community.

 

For information and materials regarding other past events or seminars, please contact us at emoro@alsopelderlaw.com