Last year, the Commission on Law and Aging produced and provided more than three dozen programs to over 10,000 participants on topics including less restrictive alternatives to guardianship, abuse prevention, dementia and legal ethics, representing clients with diminished capacity, and many more. Your support allows us to continue educating and advocating to protect the rights and dignity of adults as they age.
The mission of the Commission on Law and Aging is to educate and advocate to protect the rights and dignity of adults as they age. The vision of the ABA Commission on Law and aging is a society where the rights of every adult as they age are acknowledged, respected, and protected. Our research has resulted in several resources for professionals and consumers. Learn more in our introductory video.
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Listen to hear interviews and stories on topics related to law and aging, including best practice tips for professionals and career advice.
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Many of our Resources are Free
Bifocal, the ABA Commission's bi-monthly journal, provides timely, valuable legal resources pertaining to older persons, generated through the joint efforts of public and private bar groups and the aging network. Bifocal invites the submission of elder law related news, articles, initiatives and projects. Contact us for manuscript guidelines and deadline information for upcoming issues.
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ABA membership has new benefits and discounted rates for Public Interest Lawyers starting at just $75 per year. ABA membership supports advocacy for laws, programs and funding for legal aid and public interest programs. Membership opens the door to professional networks, valuable resources, discounts on programs and publications, free online CLE and much more!
The Commission on Law and Aging staff can be contacted emailing us at [email protected]. Click on the link to discover other ways of connecting with the Commission.
