- GuardianshipSometimes life takes turns we do not anticipate. A debilitating stroke, an accident resulting in severe injuries, a money award to a minor, or any number of health, financial or life circumstances may bring about a situation requiring the administration of another person’s affairs. When this happens, a guardianship may need to be appointed and the responsibilities of a guardian are significant. He or she must properly care for the ward’s assets and are responsible to keep a proper accounting of the disposition of the ward’s assets. A guardian also has a duty to look out for the best interests of the ward.
- Business DisputesDuring law school, Sydney was a member of the Business Law Society and graduated with honors in the Business Law concentration. She attained an academic excellence award for achieving the highest grade in her Community Property class and was a Dean’s Honor List student. Sydney interned for a family law office, business law office, and for the San Diego Public Defender’s Office for which she received the Pro Bono Honors Society Award for performing over 120 hours of pro bono work.
- Real Estate LitigationRylie joined the firm in 2021 as a probate paralegal and has worked in probate, estate planning, and real estate law since 2018. A Spokane native, she is new to the western side of Washington. Outside of Hickman Menashe, her interests include trying new recipes, all things crafting, and traveling.
- Premises LiabilityIn 2021, Sydney admitted to the Washington State Bar and moved to the Seattle area where she obtained employment at Lee Smart, P.S., Inc., a general civil defense litigation firm. Her practice at Lee Smart, P.S., Inc., encompassed all areas of civil defense litigation including accounting, dental, real estate, and legal malpractice, as well as motor vehicle accidents and premises liability.
- Medical MalpracticeAfter admitting to the California State Bar, Sydney worked as an associate at Giovanniello Law Group, P.C., a healthcare provider defense firm in Orange County, California where she gained experience in collection and eviction actions relating to the Covid-19 pandemic, medical malpractice, and elder abuse claims.
- Auto Accidents
- Social Security Disability“Social Security Disability and Retirement: Ins, Outs and Tips for the Elder Law Practitioner,” Seattle University Elder Law Course, Snohomish County Bar Association CLE, 2011, and Elder Law Section Annual Meeting CLE, 2010.
- Medicaid PlanningMedicaid Planning for Couples in Second Marriages, Washington State Bar Association 2002 Annual Elder Law Meeting and CLE, 2002
- Estate PlanningHickman Menashe, P.S. offers 60+ years of combined legal experience and is dedicated to serving our clients in the greater Snohomish and King County areas. We take a holistic approach, working with you to accomplish your goals and to address all related legal concerns, including elder law, and estate planning. Meet the Team
- WillsA last will and testament can direct the disposition of your estate in accordance with your wishes. It does involve a probate court proceeding.
- TrustsThe laws governing special needs trusts are varied and complex, and you may need the assistance of an attorney with experience in this area. At Hickman Menashe, P.S., our attorneys provide...
- Power of AttorneyIt would only take a few hours of your time for you to prepare for such unanticipated situations in advance. We at the law offices of Hickman Menashe, P.S., can draft powers of attorney for you, your spouse, and your parents or other adult loved ones. Those powers will allow for the efficient management of one’s medical and financial affairs and day-to-day living.
- Probate
- Tax Law“Estate Tax Planning for the Non-1%, With a Focus on Washington’s Estate Tax,” Ameriprise Services Financial Seattle Group Meeting, 2017; The Seminar Group Bootcamp, 2016.