Monday, March 9, 2009

The Lawyer is IN: Free Legal Information and Advice for the LGBT Community

The Lawyer is IN: Free Legal Information and Advice for the LGBT Community
Wednesday, March 18, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Co-Sponsored by Legal Aid of Marin and Spectrum LGBT Center

Retired attorney Martin Konopken will be providing free legal information on matters that could be more complicated for LGBT people.

Some examples include:

Setting up a power of attorney
Creating a will, trust, or estate plan
The benefits and downsides of registering as domestic partners
How to leave your house or other assets to your domestic partner, children, or someone else
How to keep your assets in safekeeping if you fall ill
How to leave money to your favorite charity
How to avoid paying higher-than-necessary estate and property taxes
Things you can do NOW to protect your assets from being ripped off

Martin Konopken held senior legal positions in the corporate world for over 25 years, most recently at Autodesk in San Rafael. Martin and his husband were married last summer after having lived together as a couple for 33 years.

Call (415) 457-1115 ext. 209 to schedule your 30-minute appointment. First come, first served. Future clinics will be scheduled based on demand.