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Special Disability Trusts - Duncan Legal

Join us for an empowering workshop led by Duncan Legal, where we will delve into the world of Disability Trusts and the vital role they play in securing the financial future and well-being of individuals with disabilities. In this workshop, you will gain invaluable insights into the purpose, benefits, and intricacies of Disability Trusts, also known as Special Needs Trusts, and how they can be utilised to protect the assets and interests of individuals with disabilities without jeopardising their eligibility for government benefits.

Led by our experienced legal professionals at Duncan Legal, you will learn about the different types of Disability Trusts, the legal requirements for establishing and managing a trust, key considerations for selecting trustees and beneficiaries, as well as strategies for maximizing the long-term financial security and quality of life for your loved one with special needs.

SPEAKERS: Margaret Duncan – Principal Lawyer & Lee Smart – Practice Manager

With a Master's Degrees in Law, Bioethics and the Arts, it’s Margaret’s life experience that sets her apart and makes her truly unique. As a mother of three, and understanding the challenges of raising a special needs child with autism, Margaret’s sensitivity and dedication to provide peace of mind for her clients is the driving force behind Duncan Legal. Naturally, her approach comes from a place of deep understanding, care and compassion.

Duncan Legal’s clientele includes blended families, same-sex couples, persons who are recently separated or divorced and families caring for a vulnerable family

member. Margaret guides, empowers and mobilises people to plan for, or to adjust to life changes affecting their legal status and decision-making capacity.

Duncan Legal offers a highly personalised service with a deep commitment to humanity. The benefits are immediate and can be carried forward into the future in a positive and valuable way.

DATE: Tuesday 10th September, 2024

TIME: 12noon - 1:30pm

FORMAT: Online

COST: Free

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This session WILL NOT be recorded.

Slides and resources from this session will be shared following the presentation.

Content Warning: Please note this facilitated workshop will discuss the topic of Down syndrome. Attendees are advised that statistics, life experiences and challenges associated with living with Down syndrome may be discussed, which may be triggering or confronting for some participants. We encourage all attendees to priorities self care and note that participants are free to leave the event at any time.

Down Syndrome NSW is the peak body for Down syndrome. We work with pride to support people with Down syndrome to reach their full potential. Your support at our events makes our work possible. Where we can, we provide events for free or at cost recovery only. We greatly appreciate your support.

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We look forward to seeing you!