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Attendees will learn how best to allocate the dependency in family law settlements to preserve other important benefits such as Medicaid as well as other drafting tips for Divorce Decrees. Attendees will also learn about the EITC and how it applies to separated spouses that are still married. AGENDA 1:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. -Introduction and Overview of the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic, Representing Low Income Clients Presenter: Simon Johnson, Esq., Community Legal Aid 1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. -Intersection of Family Law and Tax Law Presenter: Dana Goldstein, Esq, Community Legal Aid 2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. -Collection Options for IRS Debt Presenter: Dana Goldstein, Esq, Community Legal Aid 2:45 p.m.- 2:55 p.m. -Collection Statute End Date (CSED) for IRS Debt Presenter: Xul Perez, Esq., Community Legal Aid 2:55 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. -Overview of Taxpayer Advocate Service, When to Use the Service, How to Contact the Taxpayer Advocate Service Presenter: Marlene Fitts, Local Taxpayer Advocate 3:10 p.m.-3:20 p.m. -Volunteer Legal Services Program (VLSP) Presenters: Elsa Gottfried, Esq. and Marie Moore, Esq., Community Legal Aid 3:20 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. Questions and Answers