Voice of Experience: February 2020

Criminal

Hail, Hail to Old Sham U!

By Norm Tabler

Few moments are more exciting in the life of a young person beginning university. What if the university you've enrolled in, which had social media accounts, websites and supposed accreditation, didn't exist?

Technology

Finding Your Way Out of the Tower of Babel

By Jeffrey M. Allen & Ashley Hallene

Enjoy traveling outside the US? Most places speak English, but if you don't know a second language, learn how to utilize technology to help you travel with ease anywhere in the world.

Wise Moves: A Checklist for Where to Live, What to Consider, and Whether to Stay or Go

By Sally Balch Hurme and Lawrence A. Frolik

Your needs for your living situation change and the thought of moving can be overwhelming. Wise Moves attempts to remedy that methodically. If you're considering a big move, use these checklists to literally check all the boxes to determine what makes sense for your needs, wants, and financial situation now and in the future whether it's to stay put, make renovations, hire help at home, move to a retirement community, or buy a second home.

A New Approach to Exit and Monetize the Small or Solo Law Practice

By Bob Meltzer, CEO of Lawyer Exchange

It is estimated that 10,000 people are reaching the age of 65 each day in the U.S. and will continue to do so for some years to come. How is this impacting the legal profession? How will young lawyers find their way into the profession and how will senior lawyers transition into retirement and pass on their practice?

Elder

Trauma-Responsive Care in Elder Abuse Cases

Committee Report

There is an increasing understanding of the role of trauma history and the importance of trauma-informed care for elders. Learn more on the growing role of trauma-responsive care in cases of elder abuse.

Professional Development

Chair's Column: February 2020

By Albert C. Harvey

Join the Senior Lawyers Division's Spring Meeting for the first time being held in conjunction with ABA Day. Lobby with ABA leaders in your delegation, then join in the celebration of the SLD's most prestigious award, the John H. Pickering Award.

Professional Development

Member Spotlight: Karren Pope-Onwukwe

By Karren Pope-Unwukwe

Learn about the multifaceted career of one of our fellow SLD members, Karren Pope-Onwukwe. A renowned member of the practicing Elder Law community in the ABA and in Maryland, we are all lucky to have Karren as one of our members!