Elder Law practice has evolved significantly in recent decades, bringing increased legal requirements and complexities. This popular conference provides timely, practical guidance on current issues, while offering valuable opportunities to connect with fellow practitioners and learn from leading experts in the field. Session topics will include legislative update, capacity, undue influence, elder abuse, alternative living arrangements, funding residential care and issues related to blended families.
Programme outline
- Review of Adult Decision-Making Capacity Law – key recommendations
- Working with Clients with Affected Decision-Making Capacity
- Undue Influence – scope and effect
- Elder Abuse Uncovered and What You Can Do
- Housing Options in the Golden Years
- Funding Residential Care
- Blended Families, Contracting Out, and Death – the implications of Rimmer v Wilton
- Changes to Retirement Village Legislation
Learning objectives
In this conference you will be:
- Updated on topical issues, legislation and case law.
- Able to apply this knowledge in your practice.
Who should attend
Property lawyers, family lawyers and general practitioners. Other professionals who work with the elderly will also benefit from attending.
Conference chair
- Theresa Donnelly - Perpetual Guardian, Auckland
Contact: [email protected] or 0800 333 111