6-Hour Program
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Overview
Why You Should Attend
This program is designed to equip attorneys with a sharper understanding of the substantive law, strategies, procedures, and best practices relevant to their representation of low-income clients who seek government benefits such as public assistance and benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). These necessary benefits can be difficult to access for many eligible applicants due to the complex rules governing public benefits.
What You Will Learn
- Eligibility for public assistance
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility
- Strategies for representing clients at fair hearings and for obtaining post-hearing compliance
- Immigrant eligibility: Public assistance, SNAP, and Medicaid
- Recent developments
Who Should Attend
Attend this program to learn about public benefits, eligibility criteria including immigrant eligibility, work requirements, the fair hearing process, and recent developments.