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Happy Thanksgiving

Monday, November 23rd, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

Happy ThanksgivingThanksgiving is a time for family, food and football.  But, more importantly, I find Thanksgiving to be a great time of reflection.  While everything may not be perfect in our own worlds, most of us have plenty for which we can be thankful.  I try to explain to my two young boys how much they have and hope that the message sinks in.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at McLaughlin & Quinn, LLC.

 

There is one day that is ours. Thanksgiving Day is the one day that is purely American. – O. Henry

Gratitude consists of being more aware of what you have, than what you don’t. – Unknown

Some people complain because God put thorns on roses,
while others praise Him for putting roses among thorns. – Anonymous

Thanks to all our Veterans

Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

Veterans DayThe attorneys and staff at McLaughlin & Quinn, LLC want to thank all of the veterans who have given our country the freedoms and liberties we enjoy today.  We appreciate their selflessness and sacrifices.  Our country continues to be the best because of them.

Click here to learn more about the history of Veterans Day.

Thanks to all our Veterans.

New Offices for McLaughlin & Quinn, LLC

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

To all our friends:

McLaughlin & Quinn, LLC has moved to new offices, located at 148 West River Street, Suite 1E, Providence.  Our new offices are much more spacious, allowing us to work more effectively and efficiently. 148 West River Street

Our old offices in downtown Providence had only one conference room, which could hold four people comfortably.  Our new offices have two conference rooms, both of which are significantly bigger.

All of our clients and friends who did not like our tiny elevator will be pleased to find a spacious elevator which will whisk you up to the second floor.  Or, you can enjoy a short climb up wide, gently sloping stairs to our office.

One of the best features of our new space is ample, free parking. You can park in the South parking lot and enter the building next to the Secretary of State’s Offices. Or, you can park in the North parking lot and enter the building by the Deli. The Deli, by the way, has a nice selection of breakfast treats, and fresh sandwiches, pizza and a salad bar for lunch. And, fresh coffee all day.

Our phone numbers remain the same.

Our location just outside of downtown Providence will be more convenient for all of our clients and professionals who visit us. Whether driving from the North, South, East or West, our offices have easy access from all the highways. Click here for driving directions.

We look forward to seeing all of you at our new offices sometime soon.

October 7 Free Elderlaw Seminar

Sunday, September 27th, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

Please join Law For Life attorney Jill E. Sugarman on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at noon for a free education seminar on issues affecting seniors and their families.  Jill will be joined by panel of experts, including Cindy Christopher of The Washington Trust Company, Joseph Sanita of the North Providence Police Department, and Bob Weber, President of Comfort Keepers in-home non-medical care.

The panel will discuss these important issues at noon on October 7 at Lancelotta’s, 1113 Charles Street, North Providence where a light luncheon will be served.

Click here for more information or call Cindy Christopher at 401-487-1004 by September 30.

Another September 17, 2009 Elderlaw Seminar

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

Please join Law For Life attorney Stefanie D. Howell, from McLaughlin & Quinn, LLC for a seminar discussing the how to navigate health insurance
in retirement; long-term care and dependent care; understanding social security; using reverse mortgage to improve financial stability and; estate planning.

Jewish Community Center of RI
401 Elmgrove Ave., Providence, RI
Call 401/331-1244 to reserve your place
Click here for more details.

Upcoming Seminar – September 17, 2009 – Elderlaw

Saturday, September 12th, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

Jill E. Sugarman, Esq.Please join Law For Life Attorney Jill E. Sugarman, from McLaughlin & Quinn, LLC for a seminar discussing the legal aspects of moving a parent into a child’s home.  This must-see seminar will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2009 at the East Smithfield Public Library at 50 Esmond Street, Smithfield, Rhode Island at 6 p.m.  Click here for more details.

Joining Jill will be:

Jean Allard, Vice President/Sales Associate at Keystone Real Estate Group

Tuie Mellor, RN/Home Health Liason Nurse, Life Care at Home

Steve St. Onge, CGR, CAPS, President, Rhode Island Kitchen and Bath

Joe Parente, Registered Financial Representative, Lighthouse Financial Group/Metlife

Valerie Topp, Chief Operating Officer, Home Instead Senior Care

Call 401-667-2923 to reserve your place for this important event.  If you are unable to attend, but would like more information, contact Jill E. Sugarman, Esq. at 401-421-5115 or by e-mail at jsugarman@mclaughlinquinn.com.  This event is open to everyone.

Happy Labor Day!

Monday, September 7th, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

Thanks to all who work for me and all who work to make this country great.  Here are a couple of quotes for the day.Happy Labor Day

Work as if you were to live 100 Years, Pray as if you were to die To-morrow. –Benjamin Franklin

It gives me great pleasure to pay tribute to the working men and women of America on Labor Day. This occasion brings deserved attention to those who have toiled to build our nation and to shape a prosperous life out of the dreams of early immigrants. Today we recognize the honor and value of all work and the great distinction that flows from a job well done. From those who first carved a nation out of the wilderness to those who helped cross, settle and build this country, the working people have made immeasurable contributions to the advancement of our way of life. Through their spirit, minds, and muscles, America’s workers have created a modern industrial giant. They have sustained the traditional values of family, work, and neighborhood while serving as the bulwark of American democracy and lending support to the fundamental tenets of our free enterprise system. — Ronald Reagan

I want the people of America to be able to work less for the government and more for themselves. I want them to have the rewards of their own industry. This is the chief meaning of freedom. Until we can reestablish a condition under which the earnings of the people can be kept by the people, we are bound to suffer a very severe and distinct curtailment of our liberty. –President Calvin Coolidge (1872-1933)
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Bankruptcy filings surge in Rhode Island

Monday, August 17th, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

U. S. Bankruptcy CourtData recently released from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court indicated that the number of bankruptcy filings has soared in Rhode Island. This news is not particularly surprising given the economic conditions in Rhode Island. McLaughlin & Quinn, LLC Partner Thomas P. Quinn was recently appointed as a Chapter 7 bankruptcy trustee specifically because of the large number of bankruptcy cases being filed. In addition, Tom represents debtors who file personal and business bankruptcy. He continues to advise large numbers of new clients on the pros and cons of filing bankruptcy. In many cases, filing bankruptcy immediately is either not an option or not the best route to follow. However, in most of the cases that Tom sees, filing bankruptcy is the only option available to the debtor which allows them to get a fresh start.

Click here for the full article from the Providence Business News on the recently-released bankruptcy statistics.

If you or anyone you know are in financial difficulty and are considering filing bankruptcy, please contact Tom Quinn, Esq. at 401-421-5115 ext. 218 or by e-mail at tquinn@mclaughlinquinn.com.

Thomas P. Quinn, Esq. Appointed as Bankruptcy Trustee for Rhode Island

Thursday, July 9th, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

Thomas P. Quinn, Esq.Partner Thomas P. Quinn, Esq. has recently been appointed to the Panel of Chapter 7 Trustees for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Rhode Island.  His appointment to this role, effective as of June 1, 2009, is based on his outstanding background in bankruptcy law that he has gained in private practice and while employed by the Internal Revenue Service.  The law firm of McLaughlin & Quinn, LLC is honored to have one of our partners appointed to such a prestigious position.

In his role as Chapter 7 Trustee, Tom will serve as a representative of the bankruptcy estate. His duties will include conducting Section 341 meetings of creditors, recovering, preserving, liquidating and distributing assets of Chapter 7 estates and protecting the integrity of the bankruptcy system.  He will also use his skills as a bankruptcy litigator to recover assets and oppose bankruptcy discharges whenever necessary.  Tom looks forward to the challenges and opportunities that his new role as a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee provides.

While serving as a Panel Trustee, Tom will continue as a partner at McLaughlin & Quinn, LLC representing businesses and individuals in financial workout and bankruptcy matters.  He will also continue to represent clients in tax collection, audit and controversy matters before the IRS, the Rhode Island Division of Taxation, the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and the United States Tax Court.

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Ninedot Wins 3 International Awards

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009 by Moore McLaughlin

thumbsupOver the course of time, while running my various businesses and interacting with clients, I have had the opportunity to work with many service providers and professionals.  I’m sure I’ve had the same experiences as most business owners.  Some of them good, some average and some were terrible.  I like to give praise whenever praise has been earned.  In this case, I want to praise the work of Mark Bevington, Jason Tutak and the whole team at Ninedot.

My friend, Steve Brusini, Esq., introduced Mark and Ninedot to me last year after I had a falling out with my previous marketing firm and website developer.  Mark, Jason and the whole team stepped in and helped me put the pieces back together.  Once they had gained my confidence and trust, our relationship expanded, and continues to grow.  I highly recommend Mark Bevington, Jason Tutak and Ninedot to anyone who needs a marketing firm, a PR firm and a website design firm.

So, it comes as no surprise to me that Ninedot has won several international awards for their work.  Here is their most recent announcement.

PRESS RELEASE

Outstanding Creative Work Wins Ninedot
Three Silver International Awards

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Ninedot, a purpose-based design agency, is proud to announce that two of its recent projects have been recognized by the renowned Communicator Awards competition. Ninedot’s work was honored among more than 8,000+ entries from around the world. www.progresolatino.org. Ninedot’s “We Are” campaign boldly represented the question–and answer– of ‘empowering Rhode Island’s Latino Communities’ in one fell swoop. The eight page brochure impressively won in two categories, corporate communications as well as the non-profit area. Ninedot’s better thinking process helped make the overall message clear: empower Rhode Island’s Latino communities for a more resilient tomorrow. To view the award-winning work, visit http://ninedot.com

In addition, Ninedot won for its design of a business card for PICUS WoodRights. The new identity and business card quickly served to help PICUS secure significant new  high-end building contracts. The business card was selected because it effectively communicates PICUS WoodRights mission, targets its vast clientele, and establishes a clear brand.

About Ninedot

The agency’s namesake was derived from the Ninedot puzzle. The puzzle challenge is to connect the dots by drawing four straight, continuous lines, and never lifting the pencil from the paper. The puzzle is easily solved, but only if you draw the lines outside of the confines of the square area defined by the nine dots themselves. Thus, the phrase “better thinking” was born as was the identity and foundation of this agency.

Among the winning entries was a new eight page capabilities brochure for Progreso Latino. http://www.progresolatino.org/

The Communicator Awards is the leading international awards program honoring creative excellence for Communications Professionals. Founded by communication professionals over a decade ago, The Communicator Awards received over 8,000 entries from companies and agencies of all sizes, making it one of the largest awards of its kind in the world.

Ninedot is an award-winning, full-service communications and design agency based in Providence, R.I. The agency services clients throughout the globe. For more information on Ninedot’s services visit www.ninedot.com , email hello@ninedot.com or call 401-274-4200

Ninedot escapes traditional methods of the design process to explore strategies that are recognized for their originality and innovation.

Ninedot is an award-winning, full-service communications and design agency based in Providence, R.I. The agency services clients throughout the globe. For more information visit http://www.ninedot.com .