Voice of Experience | October 2018
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Senior Lawyers Division
The Senior Lawyers Division serves experienced lawyers and American families. In doing so, the Division promotes professionalism in the law and assists lawyers and judges transitioning in their careers.
ABA members age 62 and over get new benefits
Every dues-paying ABA member age 62 and over are eligible to receive several new free benefits, including a quarterly print magazine, monthly e-newsletters, and access to webinars and travel programs. These experienced members—associates, lawyers, and judges— are automatically enrolled in the ABA's Senior Lawyers Division without any additional dues obligation.
Save the Date! | June 2-3, 2019 | U.S. Supreme Court Trip
Join us June 2-3, 2019 to be admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court bar. Lawyers who are not members of the U.S. Supreme Court bar may apply. You must have an active state license, a certificate of good standing for at least three years, and statements from two sponsors. ABA membership is not required.
Read about 2017's exciting US Supreme Court trip.
2018 Annual Meeting and Pickering Award
On August 2, 2018, during the ABA Annual Meeting in Chicago we celebrated the 2018 Pickering Award recipient Michael Gonring. Mr. Gonring was recognized for dedicating his long and distinguished career to helping the disadvantaged in a wide range of legal services, such as domestic violence, criminal appeals, and asylum-seeking.
Webinar: Trusted Contact Persons: A New Tool for Protecting the Investment Accounts of Seniors
Studies show that the elderly are vulnerable to fraudulent schemes in most instances due to cognitive impairment and often times, it’s by a predator that they know (caregiver, close relative, etc.).
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SLD Wins the Outstanding Collaboration Award
And the winner is…us! On September 27th, 2018 the SLD took home the Section Officers Conference Outstanding Collaboration Award for our collaborative effort in addressing the growing opioid epidemic in our country.
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ABA/AARP Checklist for My Family: A Guide to My History, Financial Plans, and Final Wishes
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ABA/AARP Checklist for Family Survivors
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