Elder Law Overview

Elder law focuses on the legal needs of the elderly andthose with special needs.  Elder lawprimarily concerns estate planning, probate, guardianship, Medicare, Medicaid,veteran’s benefits, and retirement planning. 

Elder law attorneys commonly advise clients about financinglong-term care as well as disability planning. Resident’s rights advocacy and fiduciary representation are other commonaspects that elder law attorneys must deal with.

Even though elder law attorneys are few in number, youshould seek an elder law attorney with significant experience in the particularissue you face.  Membership in theNational Academy of Elder Law Attorneys as well as certification by theNational Elder Law Foundation are an indication of an attorney’s dedication toproviding quality legal services to the elderly and those with special needs.

See Wesley E.Wright & Molly Dear Abshire, What IsElder Law?, Wright Abshire Attorneys.