Join Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld LLP Elder Law Partner Stuart H. Schoenfeld and Eraka L. Childs of the Childs Legacy Law Firm, PC for “Elder Law: Dementia, Capacity, and Long-Term Care Planning for Attorneys, a live video broadcast/webinar, Tuesday, October 29, 2024 from 12:30 PM – 3:50 PM EST.
WHAT: Webinar | Elder Law: Dementia, Capacity, and Long-Term Care Planning for Attorneys
WHEN: Tuesday, October 29, 2024 from 12:30 PM – 3:50 PM EST
ADMISSION: FREE with this code: ElderLawCLE
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Session 1 – Dementia, Legal Capacity, and Competency
This session provides a briefing of dementia and cognitive impairments, focusing on the legal implications of cognitive decline. Attendees will gain insights into how to identify and document incapacity in clients. It will also cover legal definitions of capacity and competency, tools for evaluating client capacity, and the attorney’s role in addressing diminished capacity.
Session 2 – Powers of Attorney, Guardianship, and Estate Planning
This session explores the intricacies of drafting durable powers of attorney and guardianship options. Attendees will learn about alternatives to guardianship, balancing client autonomy with protection, and special considerations for estate planning for clients with dementia. Key topics include safeguarding against financial abuse and tailoring legal documents for those with cognitive impairments.
Session 3 – Medicaid Planning and Long-Term Care
Focused on Medicaid planning for dementia clients, this session addresses strategies for Medicaid eligibility, asset spend-down, and long-term care financing. Participants will explore public and private financing options, as well as legal avenues for protecting and preserving assets to support long-term care needs.