In this episode of Real Talk with Jennifer, we take a humorous look at # 9 of the Top 10 Business Killers for estate planning and elder law attorneys — Procrastination. Estate Planning marketing may require you to move out of your comfort zone!
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Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) April 23, 2008
On May 9, 2008 Charlotte’s aro will present a half-day workshop specifically for attorneys, entitled “The Future of Elder Law,” at the Renaissance Charlotte Southpark Hotel. Nationally recognized Elder Law Attorney Tim Takacs returns to Charlotte for his second such workshop event, but will be joined this year by co-presenter Nicole Vandiver Bryan. Bryan is also an Elder Law Attorney with the Estate & Elder Law Firm of Vandiver & Bryan of Cornelius, NC. “Attorneys from across the nation joined us for Takacs’ first workshop here last year,” remarks aro President Chuck Robbins. “Clearly there is a demand for more education on Elder Law in this area.”
The reference to “the graying of America” is one hitting closer and closer to home for our nation’s middle-aged. As this demographic takes on the task of managing the long-term care of aging parents, they are frequently turning to the legal community for help. The result is a boom in the field of Elder Law as attorneys respond to an influx of clients seeking assistance in navigating the complex maze of public benefits and solutions for their loved ones – while protecting their own financial futures.
“The field of Elder Law is growing up alongside a generation of adults who find themselves caring for both aging parents – and their own children,” comments Takacs. “The legal community simply must stay current with what assistance is available for families and how to access that assistance.”
Takacs, author of “A Guide to Elder Law Practice,” is nationally recognized for his pioneering work in this emerging field of Law. He is credited with being one of the first Elder Law attorneys in the nation to assemble an interdisciplinary team of experts to provide integrated client care. His innovations have “transformed the practice of Elder Law in the US” and “have set a new standard of excellence in the field.”
A 1999 graduate of Campbell University with a BA in Political Science from UNC-Chapel Hill, Bryan will offer her expertise and perspective on this important topic. “We saw our participation in this event as a must-do for our community,” states Bryan. “Today Elder Law Attorneys are a critical part of putting together a Life Care plan that works.” The Estate & Elder Law Firm of Vandiver & Bryan is also a sponsor of a public breakfast event preceding the attorney workshop, featuring Takacs.
Attorneys currently or interested in expanding their Elder Care/Law services are encouraged to attend. Attendees may earn 3.0 CLE credits. For details on this workshop or to register click here for
registration information.
For details on the public breakfast event or for reservations, call aro at 1.888.267.1297 or visit www.consultaro.com.
Sponsors for the event will be on hand with adjunct information on services related to the issues of aging. Sponsors include: The Estate and Elder Law Firm Vandiver & Bryan; as well as The Brian Center; Sunrise Senior Living; The Estate Lady Julie Hall; Hospice and Palliative Care, Charlotte Region and the Alzheimer’s Organization of Charlotte.
About aro
A marketing services and consulting boutique, aro offers research, marketing planning, branding and public relations. The firm specializes in providing these services for small businesses in a variety of industries, including real estate, emerging technology, retail, sports, entertainment, financial services and human capital companies. Visit the aro web site at consultaro.com, or contact Chuck Robbins.
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Understanding Elder Law: Chicago Attorneys Can Help
If you’re a senior citizen today, you know how complex things can get when you run into a legal problem. You may need help understanding the complexities of the social security system or you may have run into age discrimination because you’re over 65. Whatever the reason, you can find expert advice by consulting a specialist in laws affecting the elderly.
The term “elder law” was first coined in the late 90′s to describe any form of law pertaining to senior citizens and their legal issues. This may include health care, competency, age discrimination, estate planning, social security, survivors’ benefits and many other topics that directly affect anyone who is past retirement age. If you are over 65 and have questions about any of these issues, be sure you consult with an attorney experienced in elder law. Chicago has an increasingly grey population, with over 280,000 adults over the age of 65 within the city limits.
The Growth of Elder Law: Chicago Is Graying
Chicago’s elderly population is growing quickly, just like it is growing throughout the United States. Nearly 12% of the population is over age 65, and by 2050, there will be over 36 million senior citizens in the United States. It’s this astronomical growth that has contributed to the need for experienced estate attorneys and senior citizen focused litigation attorneys. Whether you are interested in setting up an estate in order to leave something for your children after your death or you suspect you have been discriminated against because of your age, you should consult with an elder law litigation attorney. He or she can guide you through every phase of planning or legal action necessary.
The aging of America has contributed to the growth of this legal niche. With more and more people living longer lives, there has been an increase in problems with obtaining social security benefits, processing Medicare claims, and even a rise in the number of senior citizens who are taken advantage of by rip-off artists. The right litigation attorney, Chicago based or otherwise, can help you preserve your dignity while fighting back against individuals or groups who may have taken advantage of you. Estate attorneys can help you plan for the future in order to ensure you have the funds available for enjoying life today while having a cushion for tomorrow.
The Complexity Of Elder Law: Chicago Attorneys Wear Many Hats
Law firms didn’t always distinguish between other, more general areas of law and elder law. Chicago attorneys were some of the earliest to establish practices addressing the needs of the elderly.
It’s unusual for a specific niche in the legal profession to be defined more by the type of client than by the type of law being practiced. For instance, some attorneys specialize in criminal law, others in tax law or family law. Elder law is different because the attorney isn’t focusing on any one type of law; instead he is focusing on one type of client – the senior citizen.
If you are interested in learning more about elder law, Chicago law firms can help. You don’t necessarily need a litigation attorney; Chicago has many attorneys who handle everything from drawing up a will to helping clients preserve their assets or choose an appropriate individual for power of attorney. If you’re over 65, you’ll discover that working with an elder law specialist is reassuring and efficient. You won’t have to switch from attorney to attorney as your legal needs change because your lawyer can be your estate attorney, litigation attorney, and family court attorney.
It’s this unique diversity of knowledge that makes an elder law expert the ideal attorney for any of your legal needs after age 65.
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Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) September 18, 2008
As more and more of our nation’s middle-aged inherit the task of managing the long-term care of aging parents, they are frequently turning to the legal community for help. The result is a boom in the field of Elder Law, as clients seek assistance navigating the maze of public benefits and solutions for their loved ones — while protecting their own financial futures.
On October 17, 2008, Charlotte’s aro will present a half-day workshop specifically for attorneys, entitled ”The Changing Face of Elder Law,” at the Renaissance Charlotte SouthPark Hotel. Nationally recognized Elder Law Attorney Tim Takacs returns to Charlotte for his second such workshop, but will be joined this year by co-presenter Nicole Vandiver Bryan. Bryan is also an Elder Law Attorney with The Estate & Elder Law Firm of Vandiver & Bryan of Cornelius, NC.
Tim Takacs, author of A Guide to Elder Law Practice, is nationally recognized for his pioneering work in the field of law. He is credited with being one of the first Elder Law attorneys in the nation to assemble an interdisciplinary team of experts to provide integrated client care. His innovations have ”transformed the practice of Elder Law in the US.”
“The field of Elder Law is growing up alongside a generation that is caring for both aging parents — and their own children,” comments Takacs. “The legal community must stay current with what assistance is available for families and how to access that assistance.”
A 1999 graduate of Campbell University with a BA in Political Science from UNC, Bryan will also offer her perspective on this important topic. “Today Elder Law Attorneys are a critical part of putting together a Life Care plan that works,” comments Bryan. The Estate & Elder Law Firm of Vandiver & Bryan is a sponsor for the workshop Attorneys who attend ”The Changing Face of Elder Law” may earn 3.0 CLE credits.
For more information on the attorney workshop, visit www.consultaro.com/attorney or call 1.888.267.1297. Sponsors include: The Estate and Elder Law Firm of Vandiver & Bryan, The Brian Center, Sunrise Senior Living, The Estate Lady, Hospice and Palliative Care – Charlotte Region, Alzheimer’s Association, Carriage Club of Charlotte, Caregiving Corner, LLC, and Andrea R Hutto RD, LDN, CDE.
Media: Takacs and Bryan have some limited availability for interviews. Contact Chuck Robbins at 704.839.3520 for scheduling or email him at crobbins@consultaro.com
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