Elder law covers the special legal needs of the elderly, particularly the need for patient advocacy, guardianships and conservatorships, and protection from abuse or neglect in nursing homes.
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- Goldfarb, Abrandt, Salzman & Kutzin LLP Information about elder law and estate planning from a New York law firm.
- Timothy L. Takacs Articles and an email newsletter on elder law issues, from an Arizona attorney.
- Paul B. Bartlett, PC Guide to Arizona elder law.
- Connecticut Elder law Provides comprehensive, current information on elder law, government programs and legal assistance for residents of Connecticut age 60 and older.
- National Senior Citizens Law Center NSCLC publishes the latest updates on a wide variety of issues and benefits affecting seniors.
- Legal Corner at SeniorMag Provides information related to senior's legal issues such as wills, trusts, probate, social security and grandparent rights.
- ABA Commission on Legal Problems of the Elderly The American Bar Association examines law and policy on a wide variety of issues affecting older persons.
- Virginia Senior Citizens Handbook From the Senior Lawyers Section and the Young Lawyers Conference of the State Bar, this comprehensive guide reviews laws affecting seniors in Virginia.
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys NAELA defines the scope of elder law and gives the latest news about legal issues affecting the elderly. Includes a searchable directory, a bibliography and resources.