Category: Special Needs
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Shawna Brown and Dan Stone Co-Author Article on Disability and the Age of Majority for Exceptional Parent Magazine

November 5, 2025

When a child with disabilities turns 18, parents are often surprised to learn that their child is legally considered an adult — even if they cannot make critical medical, financial, or personal decisions. In their latest article in the November issue of Exceptional Parent magazine, Shawna Brown and Dan Stone, Elder Law and Special Needs […]

Arla Cahill Authors Article on Basic Rights in Special Education for Exceptional Parent Magazine

October 9, 2025

“Parents of children with disabilities face numerous challenges in securing the appropriate educational services and support their children need to thrive academically.” In the October issue of Exceptional Parent magazine, Arla Cahill, Chair of Education Law and Co-Chair of Special Needs at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, discusses the basic rights in Special Education that every parent […]

Richard Miller and Shawna Brown Co-Author Article on Special Needs Trusts for Exceptional Parent Magazine

September 26, 2025

Richard Miller, Esq., Co-Chair, and Shawna Brown, Esq., Counsel in the Special Needs Practice Group at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, co-authored an article in the September issue of Exceptional Parent magazine on an important topic: Special Needs Trusts. In the piece, they explain:🔹 The different types of special needs trusts🔹 Why selecting the right trustee is […]

Shawna Brown Authors Guardianship Article for Exceptional Parent Magazine

July 2, 2025

Former talk show host Wendy Williams has been in the headlines lately due to her court-ordered Guardianship—bringing national attention to a topic that many families quietly face every day. In the May issue of Exceptional Parent magazine, Shawna Kirchner Brown, Esq., Counsel in the Elder Law and Special Needs Practice Groups at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, […]

Arla D. Cahill Re-Elected as President of the Employment Horizons Board of Trustees for Third Term

February 3, 2025

Congratulations to Arla D. Cahill, Esq., Co-Chair of Special Needs and Chair of Education Law at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, on being re-elected as President of the Employment Horizons, Inc. Board of Trustees for a third term! Arla’s dedication to advocating for individuals with disabilities continues to make a meaningful impact, and we are proud to […]

“Mr. Clean” Comes Clean in a Candid Interview

December 20, 2024

Richard Miller, Esq., Chair of the Elder Law Practice Group at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, recently sat down with Joel Konya, host of Big State Sports, for an engaging and heartfelt interview. In this conversation, Richard shares what inspired him to pursue Elder Law and dives into some surprising (and fun!) facts about his life, including:✅ […]

Richard Miller and Dan Stone Contribute to PLAN NJ Fall 2024 Newsletter on Key SSI Policy Updates

November 12, 2024

Richard Miller, Esq., Chair of the Elder Law Practice Group, and Dan Stone, Esq., Associate at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, are honored to have contributed to the Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of New Jersey, Inc. Fall 2024 newsletter. In their article, “Recent Changes to the SSI In-Kind Support Rules,” they delve into important updates impacting SSI […]

Shawna Brown, Esq. Honored by New Jersey Judiciary for Outstanding Pro Bono Service

October 24, 2024

Congratulations to Shawna Brown, Esq., Counsel in the Elder Law Practice Group at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, who is being honored by the New Jersey Judiciary next week for her outstanding pro bono service! Shawna is one of just 13 attorneys receiving this recognition, and we are incredibly proud of her dedication to giving back to […]

Arla D. Cahill, Esq. honored with the 2023 Outstanding Faculty Award by the National Business Institute (NBI) 

May 2, 2024

Congratulations to Arla D. Cahill, Esq., Chair of Education Law and Co-Chair of Special Needs at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, on being honored with the 2023 Outstanding Faculty Award by the National Business Institute (NBI, Inc.). Arla’s dedication and expertise have consistently shone through as she serves as a frequent presenter for NBI. This prestigious award recognizes her […]