Getting Your Legal ”House” in Order

Aging can often present difficult challenges, including complex health issues, declining physical and/or mental capacity, care-related expenses and other financial concerns. It is important to have one’s legal “house” in order to navigate these challenges. Listen in to learn more about the specialized area of Elder Law and top considerations to support a loved one’s wishes before an urgent or unplanned life change occurs. 

Listen in to learn more about the following:

• What Elder Law is and the typical areas of focus
• Services provided by Elder Law attorneys to support older adults and caregivers
• Information for older adults and caregivers to consider to ensure their “legal house is in order (e.g., Advance Directives, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Guardianship, Conservatorship, and Financial Administration, etc.)
• The top five questions one should ask when selecting an Elder Law attorney
• Helpful resources for older adults and caregivers to learn more about how to be prepared for urgent or unplanned life changes.

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