Keyword Details: Elder Law
Programs that provide information and guidance for individuals who need assistance in the area of law which relates to the rights and needs of older adults, especially in the areas of age discrimination, consumer fraud, estate planning and management, living trusts, trust administration, probate, property law, retirement planning, pension benefits, Social Security benefits, Medicaid and Medicare, disability planning, long-term care alternatives, health care decisions, elder abuse, guardianships and conservatorships.
Programs related to Elder Law
Elder Financial Empowerment Project
The Elder Financial Empowerment Project assists Wisconsin victims of financial abuse who are age 60 and above by:
- Staffs a state-wide legal help line to provide information, advice, and referral to elder victims and their surrogates.
- Providing limited emergency legal assistance to victims.
- Re...
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Lawyer Referral Service
Wisconsin State Bar Lawyer Referral Service (LRS):
- Provides assistance in finding lawyers.
- Legal assistants experienced in analyzing potential legal problems and locating the best source of help.
- Referrals to other legal service organizations, government agencies or community resources.
- Pro...
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National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc.
The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc. (NAELA) was founded in 1987 as a professional association of attorneys who are dedicated to improving the quality of legal services provided to older adults and people with disabilities.
The NAELA membership is comprised of attorneys in the private...
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