Nassau/Suffolk Law Services Committee, Inc. A Legal Services Corporation Program

Rights Under the Americans With Disabilities Act and Special Education 101.  Download  flyer for more information.

Thursday, October 4, 2012 – Celebrating 45 years of Justice, Law, and Advocacy.  At this year’s Wine Tasting and Dinner Buffet at the Carltun on the Park, East Meadow, N.Y.

Latest newsletter now available for download here:Law Services News (pdf file)

At a reception held on March 22, 2012, Nassau Suffolk Law Services and the Suffolk County Bar Association honored several of its most dedicated pro bono attorneys. The festivities were held at Captain Bill’s in Bay Shore where the honorees’ were joined by attorney colleagues and members of the Judiciary, along with family and friends,  to salute their accomplishments and exemplary service.   The honorees were presented with a handsome plaque for their outstanding pro bono work.

And the Honorees are:

Rory Alarcon, Susan Beckett, Joshua P. Blumberg, Linda M. Boswell, Carole A. Burns, James M. Corcoran, James P. Curran, Tracy J. Harkins, Jeffrey S. Horn, Catherine S. Kash,  Raymond B. Lang, Barry Lites,  James F. Matthews,  Karen C. Napolitano,  Thomas Persichilli,  Prof. Lewis A.  Silverman, Steven E. Snair,  Tarsha C. Smith,  Barry M. Smolowitz,  Aida von Oiste,  Glenn P. Warmuth, Margarett M. Williams and Edward Zinker

William T. Ferris III, Managing Director of the Suffolk County Pro Bono Foundation and emcee for the evening (right),  welcomes Hon. C. Randall Hinrichs (left) District Administrative Judge

 The NYS Legislature’s Conference Committee on Health Care has announced that EPIC coverage has been restored to cover any gaps in coverage due to the Medicare Part D prescription “donut hole” with a maximum copayment of $20.  Seniors will still be required to pay the Medicare Part D deductible as this cut was not restored.  For more information go to: http://www.health.ny.gov/health_care/epic/

Congratulations to A. Thomas Levin for receiving the 2012  Diversity Vanguard Award from the Metropolitan Black Bar Association for “exemplary work” as a bar leader and attorney and for his efforts to promote diversity within the legal profession. Tom’s work in the community extends to serving on Law Services’ Advisory Council where he has been a dedicated member for many years.  He was also recognized by Law Services in 2002 with our  Commitment to Justice Award!

The Nassau County Bar Association is sponsoring a Free Mortgage Foreclosure Consultation Clinic for Nassau County homeowners on Monday May 7, 2012 from 3:00– 6:00 at the Nassau Bar in Mineola.  Pre-registration is required by calling 516 747-4070.

We are proud to announce that the New York State Bar Association has awarded Barry Smolowitz the President’s Pro Bono Individual Service Award for the 10th Judicial District.  Mr. Smolowitz is a longstanding and active member of Nassau Suffolk Law Services’ Board of Directors where he has generously offered his valuable leadership and technical skills.   In the true spirit of volunteerism, Barry  launched the Suffolk County Foreclosure Settlement Project at just the right time to make a huge difference in the lives of many Suffolk County homeowners. He is very deserving of this recognition.  Congratulations, Barry!

How to avoid a Financial Meltdown. Free workshops offered by Family Service League  Issues to be discussed at this FREE WORKSHOP will include Debt Management, Crisis Budgeting and Foreclosure Prevention.  Various dates and locations. For more details click here.   

The Nassau County Bar Association is sponsoring a Free Mortgage Foreclosure Consultation Clinic for Nassau County homeowners on Monday May 7, 2012 from 3:00– 6:00 at the Nassau Bar in Mineola.  Pre-registration is required by calling 516 747-4070

Free Legal Seminar for Non-Custodial Parents - Are You Paying Child Support? Do you Understand All Your Rights as a Non-Custodial Parent