Morrison Law Group, PLC offers free educational workshops for schools, nonprofits, advocacy groups, therapy centers, churches, and parent organizations throughout Southeast Louisiana. These programs help families understand the legal steps required to protect children and vulnerable adults with special needs.
Workshops are available in person or virtually.
Workshop 1: Louisiana Interdiction Protection
A clear overview of how families can avoid costly and public court proceedings.
What This Workshop Covers:
Preventing the Need for Public, Costly Interdiction
Many families don’t realize that once a child with disabilities turns 18, parents lose automatic authority — even when the child is unable to manage their own affairs. This workshop explains:
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How to prevent the publicity and expense of interdiction
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Steps to avoid time-consuming and costly court proceedings
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When full or limited interdiction is necessary
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How courts determine capacity
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How decision-makers (curators) are appointed
Alternatives to Interdiction
We also discuss when Continuing Tutorship offers a simpler, private alternative for families.
Workshop 2: Special Needs Planning for Children & Vulnerable Adults
Tools to protect benefits, autonomy, and long-term stability.
What This Workshop Covers:
Protecting Benefits & Future Stability
Families must balance their child’s financial security with the strict rules surrounding Medicaid, SSI, SSDI, and waiver programs. We cover:
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How to legally retain authority after age 18
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Coordinating public benefits with family financial resources
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Avoiding mistakes that jeopardize benefits
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Strategies to support independence
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Ensuring lifetime care — even after the parents pass away
Using Special Needs Trusts
We explain how Special Needs Trusts:
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Protect assets
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Preserve Medicaid and SSI
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Provide long-term structure for family support
Additional Key Topics Included in Both Workshops
Our special needs workshops also address:
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Guardianships
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Continuing Tutorships
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Special Needs Trusts (Third-Party & First-Party)
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ABLE Accounts
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Powers of Attorney for adults with capacity
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Common planning mistakes to avoid
These sessions give parents and caregivers clear guidance and practical steps to safeguard their child’s future.
Request a Free Special Needs Planning Workshop
Our workshops are tailored to your organization — available online or in person.
To schedule a presentation, contact:
Kim Morrison
(504) 831-2348
kim@morrisonlawplc.com
