Program Chairs
Jane E. Meadus
Staff Lawyer, Institutional Advocate, Advocacy Centre for the Elderly
Alexander Procope
Perez Bryan Procope LLP
As a professional who works with the elderly, it is critical that you understand the very latest developments and emerging issues in elder law, along with your obligations.
This comprehensive one-day module on the emerging issues will give you the latest knowledge and tools to navigate the complex environment that is Elder Law. The interactive format will allow you to ask questions, gain practical skills and expand your network of professionals and colleagues also working with elder clients.
This program will focus on those emerging issues in elder law that are at the forefront and top of mind for anyone working in this field. Whether it is new legislation, a continued area of struggle, new case law or an issue in the news. There will be ample opportunity to ask those pressing questions and interact with presenters and peers. You will walk away with a binder of resources that you will return to again and again.
Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
The aging process and recognizing and combating ageism
Understanding how ageism and ableism interact and can result in discrimination of clients and other older adults
Dealing with ageism in the workplace
Tackling mortgage fraud and financial exploitation
The new framework for transitioning from hospital to long-term care under Bill 7
Long-term care home negligence and personal injury
The latest on capacity, substitute decision-making and healthcare consent
Family law issues and the elderly
Who Should Attend
Lawyers in private practice, practicing in the areas of elder law, health law, wills and estates, family law and estate litigation
Managers, administrators and operators of long-term care home operations
Hospital administrators
Health professionals
Hospital risk managers
Social workers
In-house lawyers and counsel in long-term care, retirement, hospitals
Government lawyers
Faculty
Program Chairs
Jane E. Meadus
Staff Lawyer, Institutional Advocate, Advocacy Centre for the Elderly
Alexander Procope
Perez Bryan Procope LLP
Instructors
Nicole Biros-Bolton
Ross & McBride LLP
Cynthia Ingram
Piccolo Heath LLP
Jane E. Meadus
Staff Lawyer, Institutional Advocate, Advocacy Centre for the Elderly
Melissa Miller
Howie Sacks & Henry LLP
Christine Morano
Advocai LLP
Alexander Procope
Perez Bryan Procope LLP
A. Shawn Richard
ASR Family and Estate Law
Evan Snyder
Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP
Sarah Tella
Staff Litigation Lawyer, Advocacy Centre for the Elderly
Agenda
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| Substantive | 5h 15m |
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| Professionalism | 1h |
| EDI | 30m |
| Total | 6h 45m |
| Substantive | 5h 15m |
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| Professionalism | 1h |
| EDI | 30m |
| Total | 6h 45m |
| LawPRO Risk Management Credit | Yes |
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| LawPRO Risk Management Credit | Yes |
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| CCHL Maintenance of Certification | 3.25 Category II credits |
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| CCHL Maintenance of Certification | 3.25 Category II credits |
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This program is approved for LAWPRO Risk Management Credit.
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