Community Education > Adult Evening Program > Fall 2011 Schedule of Classes and Workshops > Financial, Business & Legal Workshops

BANKRUPTCY, MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE, & DEBT COLLECTION
Course #203
Cost: $20
Instructor: James V. Monaghan, Attorney
Dates/Times: Tuesday (1 Session)  9/27/2011     7:00-9:00PM 
Location: Indian Valley Middle School – Room C-20

Are you buried in debt? Have you lost a job, or suffered an injury, recently become divorced that has affected your ability to meet your monthly expenses?  Learn what resources are available, how to protect your assets & income, & how to “keep your head above water”. Don’t miss this opportunity to get a lot of accurate legal advice from a bankruptcy expert for only a small fee.  Don’t wait until you are in serious trouble – address your concerns now!   New laws and details will be discussed.       

FAMILY LAW -- DIVORCE, CUSTODY AND CHILD SUPPORT 
Course #407
Cost: $20
Instructor: James V. Monaghan, Attorney
Dates/Times: Thursday (1 Session)  10/6/2011     7:00-9:00PM  
Location: Indian Valley Middle School – Room C-20

There is no “good time” to get a divorce.  However, it is best if you are educated on the implications of your decisions before you make them.  This course delves into all issues surrounding divorce, custody and child support including a discussion regarding the Pennsylvania Support Guidelines.  Learn how to insure that you are making the best decisions regarding your loved ones and your finances.     

SEPARATION & DIVORCE: YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
Course #320
Cost: $22
Instructor: A qualified Attorney/Mediator for Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation
Dates/Times: Wednesday (1 Session)   11/30/2011   7:00-9:00 PM 
Location: Indian Valley Middle School – C-20

Confusion. Fear. Anger. Depression. Anxiety. These are all normal emotions for someone who is considering separation or divorce.  During separation and divorce, couples must make some of the most important decisions in their lifetime.  An Alpha Center Attorney-Mediator will discuss and offer clarity on many of the legal, financial and practical matters that must be considered by both individuals.  This informational class will also discuss divorce mediation as an alternative to litigation.

HOMEBUYER’S SEMINAR - Two Identical Courses are Offered
Course #215 Tuesday, October 18, 2011   7:00-9:00PM
Course #311 Wednesday, November 9, 2011  7:00-9:00PM
Cost: $16
Instructor: Suzi Shearon Janssens, President, Nationwide Residential Mortgage Corp.
Location: Both Sessions Meet at Indian Crest Middle School (Souderton)    Room: A103

Accomplish the “American Dream” of homeownership by learning about the home buying process.  Understand how to shop for a home, the mortgage process, closing costs, credit reporting, tax benefits and realtor importance all in one session!

PATENT AND PROFIT FROM YOUR INVENTION
Course #117
Cost: $16
Instructor: Eric LaMorte, Patent Attorney,  LaMorte and Associates, PC, BS Engineering, Villanova University, Juris Doctorate, Intellectual Property Law, Seton Hall Law School
Dates/Times: Monday (1 Session)  11/7/2011 7:00-9:30PM 
Location: Indian Crest Middle School:  Room A-103

Do you have an invention or a new idea?  Then, this one night lecture is for you.  This class will inform students with all they need to know concerning how to patent and successfully market their invention.  Inventors will learn the many pitfalls that exist in the world of inventions, including invention companies and marketing agencies.  This course is presented by a Registered Patent Attorney who has successfully obtained over 1000 patents for clients.  A good way to get a lot of advice for a small cost!

STARTING A BUSINESS – Fast Track Class For Getting Your Business Started 
Course #504
Cost: $35
Instructor: Brent Thompson, CPA  CMA, Canon Capital Management Group, LLC
Guest Speaker: Donald Petrille, Jr, Attorney at Law, Petrille Wind, PC
Dates/Times: Monday (3 Sessions)  11/7 & 11/14/2011  AND  Wednesday 11/9/2011 7:00-9:00PM Each Night  (6 Hours of Class)
Location: Franconia Elementary School – Library   

Learn why businesses fail & the importance of a defined vision & strategy. Learn about the different entity structures, advantages & disadvantages of each, & tax ramifications & filing requirements of each.  Also learn ways to protect yourself legally in financing agreements, bankruptcy situations, & other ownership issues.  “Fast Track” to starting a business – gather up basic valuable information in just 3 days and you’re on your way to your new business!

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES – Fast Track Class for Building Your Business
Course #502
Cost: $55
Instructor: Brent Thompson, CPA  CMA, Canon Capital Management Group, LLC
Dates/Times: 7:00-9:00PM Each Night   (6 Sessions/12 Hours of Class)
     - Mondays: 11/28/2011,  12/5/2011 & 12/12/2011 
     - Wednesdays: 11/30/2011, 12/7/2011 & 12/14/2011 
Location: Franconia Elementary School –Library  

Continue exploring good business “know how” and strategy with our expert who will present advice on building a successful business.  Discuss the importance of working “on” rather than “in” your business, how to pursue business growth, gain more customers, increase return customers and sales. Find out how to make your business more attractive than your competitors, how to create a long-term business plan, how to measure growth and overall performance, and manage cash flow.

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
Course #230
Cost: $20
Instructor: James V. Monaghan, Attorney at Law
Dates/Times: Tuesday (1 Session) 10/4/2011      7:00-9:00PM 
Location: Indian Valley Middle School –Room C-20

How do you survive if you are hurt & cannot work? Questions about eligibility, litigation, medical care, lump sum settlements & more will be answered so you know your rights under PA law. A terrific way to obtain reliable legal advice at a reasonable cost.

PRESENTATIONS BY UNIVEST – Banking & Investments
Univest will Serve Light Refreshments at Their Seminars
For all UNIVEST Courses – Bring a Friend or Spouse for FREE!!!

• REVOCABLE LIVING TRUSTS & POWERS OF ATTORNEY
  Course # 225 
  Cost: $10 Per Course (Bring a Friend of Spouse for FREE!) 
  Dates/Times: 10/4/2011 6:30-8:30PM
  Location: Indian Crest Middle School – Room A-101 
  
  Through a presentation and audience participation format, attendees will learn important distinctions between these two popular methods of protecting your assets during disability and old age. Topics include how to choose fiduciaries, types of trusts, using trusts to avoid probate, living wills and effective legal strategies to plan for retirement. Instructor: John Kazary, Univest Tuesday (1 Session) 

• SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS – HELPING THOSE WITH DISABILITIES
  Course # 227 
  Cost: $10 Per Course (Bring a Friend of Spouse for FREE!) 
  Instructor: John Kazary, Univest 
  Dates/Times: Tuesday (1 Session) 11/15/2011 6:30-8:30PM
  Location: Indian Crest Middle School – Room A-101 
  
  In this workshop we will discuss strategies for giving money to people with disabilities without disturbing their access to public benefits.  Topics include a review of public benefits, the differences between third party and self-settled trusts, and the importance of selecting the right trustee. 

• BASICS OF ESTATE PLANNING 
  Course # 204 
  Cost: $10 Per Course (Bring a Friend of Spouse for FREE!) 
  Instructor: Julianna Van Duyne-King, J.D., LL M., Univest
  Dates/Times: Tuesday (1 Session)  10/18/2011  6:30-8:30PM
  Location: Indian Crest Middle School – Room A-101 
  
  This course will cover the essential estate planning documents every Pennsylvania resident should have – Will, Durable Power of Attorney, and Advance Directive/Healthcare Power of Attorney.  Discussion will include Pennsylvania laws regarding guardianship and intestacy, and additional tax planning techniques.                    

• PENNSYLVANIA PROBATE AND ESTATE ADMINISTRATION 
  Course # 220 
  Cost: $10 Per Course (Bring a Friend of Spouse for FREE!) 
  Instructor: Julianna Van Duyne-King, J.D., LL M.,  Univest
  Dates/Times: Tuesday (1 Session) 10/25/2011 6:30-8:30PM
  Location: Indian Crest Middle School – Room A-101 
  
  This course will outline the process of probate and administering the estate of a Pennsylvania decedent from death to final settlement.  Discussion will include an overview of Pennsylvania Inheritance Tax, Federal Estate Tax and income taxes on decedents’ estates.