Sawyer presented award by Florida Bar Aug 26, 2010
has been awarded the prestigious 2010 Charlotte Brayer Award by the Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar for outstanding work as an advocate for the elderly. Charlotte Brayer was one of the original founders of the Elder Law Section in Florida and an advocate for the elderly. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Business Digest: Beef OBradys location closes Aug 23, 2010
Britton G. Swank, an elder law attorney with Osterhout, McKinney er P.A. in Fort Myers, has been elected president of the board of trustees for the Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimers Resource Center. He has served on the board since 2004 and previously held the offices of treasurer and secretary. (The News-Press -- Business)
Medina realtor digs up more than just property deals Jul 22, 2010
- Others include a financial planner, an elder law attorney and more. "We all coordinate together to give seniors a better experience," Fulghum said. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Help for prescription, other costs for seniors Jul 10, 2010
Nobody should have to choose between utility bills and doctor bills; between food and prescriptions, said Dr. Stuart White, a consultant to Elder Law of Michigan ... It was part of a state-wide tour conducted by DHS, partner agencies like Elder Law, and partner businesses to refute damaging welfare myths and inform the public about benefits available to those at-risk during these difficult economic times. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Growing specter of financial abuse of the elderly Jun 29, 2010
Means: Exploiters and abusers gain the elder s trust, confidence and, often, affection, explained Willoughby-based elder law specialist Patricia Schraff. They build a special relationship with their victim. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Headliners Dave Navarro and DJ Skribble Rock out for Justice at Justice Ball XIV Jun 24, 2010
One of the nations premier public interest law firms, Bet Tzedek, The House of Justice in Hebrew, provides free legal services, helping the disadvantaged poor, elderly and disabled of all racial and religious backgrounds gain access to equal justice in matters involving consumer rights, elder law, housing, public benefits and workers rights. Each year, Bet Tzedek and its staff of 65 serve over 15,000 clients and families in the Los Angeles area. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Business digest: Airport worker earns award for his service May 22, 2010
Elder law attorney gets board position. Lance McKinney, a certified elder law attorney with Osterhout, McKinney er, P.A. in Fort Myers, has been appointed president of the board of directors of the Lee County Chapter of National Alliance on Mental Illness. (The News-Press -- Business)
Declining Social Security Benefits Keep Older Men in Workforce May 5, 2010
27, 2008) U.S. Congress needs to reform flawed 401(k) laws that could push back retirement for millions of Americans whose savings have collapsed along with the stock market, an elder law expert. (May 26, 2009) While young men with prostate cancer have a low risk of dying early, those with advanced forms of cancer do not live as long as older men with similar forms of the. (Science Daily)
Army recognizes Hawaii professor for Iraq work May 5, 2010
Pietsch is a law professor at the William S. Richardson School of Law, an adjunct professor of geriatric medicine and psychiatry at the John A. Burns School of Medicine and director of the University of Hawai'i Elder Law Program, officials said. HonoluluAdvertiser. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Commercial real estate transactions Apr 25, 2010
-William Edy (Elder Law) leased 2,760 square feet at Santa Barbara Plaza, 1025 Santa Barbara Blvd., for a law office. Cheryl Maymon of CAM Realty handled the transaction. (The News-Press -- Business)
Jewish candidates outline their views (1) Apr 19, 2010
A lawyer specializing in estate planning and elder law, Budish lives in Beachwood with his wife Amy. The couple has two grown children. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Trust(ed) information Apr 18, 2010
For answers to the basics of estate planning, we spoke to Philip Lindsley, a lawyer who founded the San Diego Elder Law Center in Bonita in 1997. Lindsley has more than 25 years of experience in estate planning and probate law and is co-chair of the Elder Law Section of the San Diego County Bar Association. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Business digest: Legal advice for caregivers Apr 15, 2010
Lance McKinney, a certified elder law attorney with Osterhout, McKinney er P.A., will address legal issues for caregivers today at Magnolia Court at HealthPark in south Fort Myers. He will participate in the second session of Caring Across Generations, a four-part series that addresses making sense of legal matters. (The News-Press -- Business)
UH panel to discuss physician-assisted dying Apr 13, 2010
The University of Hawai'i Elder Law Program is sponsoring a panel discussion on end-of-life issues, including whether "physician-assisted dying" should be allowed in Hawai'i. The "Death with Dignity in Hawai'i" event will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Classroom 2 at the William S. Richardson School of Law, 2515 Dole St.. (Honolulu Advertiser)
City Beat (4) Apr 11, 2010
from 6-7:30 features elder law attorney Daniel P. Seink discussing Legal and financial planning. Final session April 22. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Letter Saland encourages anyone to attend Senior Seminars Apr 9, 2010
I was joined by Meg Boyce of the Alzheimer s Association and two elder law attorneys provided by the Dutchess County Bar Association, Ellen Baker and Noelle Pecora ... In addition, the elder law attorneys discussed the importance of estate planning, as well as Medicaid and nursing homes ... If you are interested in learning more on the issues relating to Elder Law and Alzheimer s Disease, I encourage you to attend. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Saland to hold senior seminar Apr 9, 2010
The free seminar will feature elder law attorneys who will discuss a number of important issues facing seniors such as estate planning, wills and trusts, end-of-life decisions, nursing home care, etc. The seminar will also feature a representative from The Alzheimer s Association who will discuss understanding memory loss and what services are available for persons diagnosed with Alzheimer s Disease and their caregivers. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
O'Connell & Aronowitz buy Saratoga firm Apr 8, 2010
The Dorsey firm, which now shares the O Connell name, focuses on elder law and estate planning. The Dorsey firm has two attorneys. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Many Hawaii care homes lack liability insurance Apr 6, 2010
"I'm stunned," said Jim Pietsch, head of the University of Hawai'i's elder law program. "You would think the state would require this.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
The News-Press call-in offers help with finances Mar 7, 2010
-Bill Edy: Certified Financial Planner and a certified elder law attorney in Lee County. -Doug Finley: President of Finley Wealth Management in Fort Myers, and a board member of the Lee County Estate Planning Council. (The News-Press -- Business)
Some students plan spring break in Haiti, despite warnings Mar 2, 2010
After the announced that Haitian nationals would be eligible to apply for temporary protected status, the School of Law's Health and Elder Law Clinic quickly developed a system largely staffed by students to help refugees with the paperwork. "Miami has a large Haitian population and there was a tremendous outpouring of goodwill and desire to help, so it seemed like this would be a useful way for law students to use their abilities," said JoNel Newman, an associate professor of clinical legal... (USA Today -- News)
Couple helping exploited widower pick up the pieces Feb 15, 2010
James Pietsch, head of the University of Hawai'i Elder Law Program, said the man's situation is not unusual and should serve as a warning to seniors about too readily giving up control over their personal and financial matters ... Earlier this month, Aoki and Kealoha took Hikichi to the UH Elder Law Program on the Manoa campus, which helped them draft a new limited power of attorney allowing the couple to help him sort out his financial troubles. (Honolulu Advertiser)
More Hawaii seniors financially exploited Feb 15, 2010
Most often the thieves are relatives or caregivers who take advantage of a senior's poor health or diminished mental capacity to gain control of bank accounts, homes and other assets for their own benefit, according to elder law experts and other advocates for the elderly ... The ease at which powers of attorney can be drawn up blank forms can be downloaded from the Internet, and no witnesses are required and the significant potential for misuse have led some banks to stop accepting the... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Miami-Dade County Students to Attend the Wizard of Oz Exhibit as Part of the BankAtlantic SmARTS Program Feb 11, 2010
Barbara Buxton, P.A. is dedicated to elder law, guardianships, Medicaid planning, estate planning, and probate. Were experienced, compassionate, and dedicated to all our clients. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Board Room Feb 1, 2010
The office practices in elder law, estate planning and asset protection, probate and civil litigation. A few rules are needed to help foster a feeling of community. (Fresno Bee)
Community Calendar and Area Events Jan 28, 2010
Medications and Understanding Memory Loss with speaker Dr. Alain Delgado, Neurologist at 1 p.m. Understanding Dementia and 10 Warning Signs with speaker Larry Powell, Program Specialist at 2 p.m. Legal and Financial Issues with speaker Jason Penrod, Elder Law Attorney at 3 p.m. Seminar is open to the public. For more information contact Larry Powell at the Alzheimer s Association at 863-292-9210 or. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Group wants to see a cure for Alzheimer's Jan 24, 2010
He has experience in Elder Law and Medicaid. Pre-registration is required. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
N.Y.00004000 Law Firms Sound Alarm About Power-of-Attorney Changes Jan 22, 2010
Dozens of prominent New York law firms are warning that a new state power-of-attorney statute designed to discourage fraud in elder law and estate planning could create "unnecessary confusion and disruption" in several well-established areas of commercial transactions ... The firms' analysis concluded that long-established choice of local law provisions in New York Uniform Commercial Code 8-110 trump last year's elder law-oriented ruling ... A 2008 study by the commission largely concluded that... (Law.com)
