Elder Right to Counsel in Restoration of Rights Cases By John Pollock and Megan Rusciano This article discusses the need for individuals subject to guardianship to have appropriate counsel at restoration proceedings and how to represent the protected person’s stated wishes.
Elder The Problem of Alzheimer’s – How Science, Culture, and Politics Turned a Rare Disease Into a Crisis and What We Can Do About It, by Dr. Jason Karlawish Reviewed by David Godfrey, Senior Attorney, ABA Commission on Law and Aging David Godfrey, Senior Attorney with the ABA Commission on Law and Aging reviews the book, The Problem of Alzheimer’s – How Science, Culture, And Politics Turned a Rare Disease Into A Crisis And What We Can Do About It, by Dr. Jason Karlawish.
Elder Challenges in Guardianship and Guardianship Abuse by David Godfrey, JD, Senior Attorney, ABA Commission on Law and Aging, Washington, DC This article discusses the challenges, overuse and abuse of adult guardianship and conservatorship, the scope of the issue, and the need to take action to improve laws, practice, oversight, and accountability.
Elder Borchard 2021-2022 Fellowships The Borchard Fellowship in Law & Aging offers the opportunity to carry out a substantial project related to law and aging in partnership with a host agency. Up to three fellowships are available. Learn more here.
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