Category: CLE, Bankruptcy and Debtor-Creditor (CLE), Business & Corporations (CLE), Commercial & Consumer Law (CLE), Criminal Law (CLE), Elder Law (CLE), Family Law (CLE), Government Law (CLE), Health Law (CLE), Litigation (CLE), Real Property Law (CLE) (show less)
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Credits: 3.0 general credit hours
Description: This essential and widely attended class returns at a time when concerns about elder abuse and financial exploitation are more urgent than ever. In an era of heightened economic and social uncertainty, legal professionals play a critical role in protecting one of society’s most vulnerable populations. Join our distinguished panel of experts for a compelling and practical class that explores the complex dynamics of elder abuse and financial exploitation. The session will provide a comprehensive overview of various topics, including the following:
- Typologies and prevalence rates of elder abuse and exploitation
- Key warning signs and red flags for legal practitioners to recognize
- Victim support resources and referral pathways
The class also focuses on how to work effectively and sensitively with older clients who may be victims, covering the importance of avoiding assumptions and biases, trauma-informed interviewing techniques, and best practices for delivering services that respect the unique needs of aging survivors. Additionally, the panel explores how these issues intersect with other areas of law, including probate, landlord-tenant disputes, and consumer protection. The program culminates in an engaging, hands-on case study that allows participants to apply their learning in a realistic scenario.
Whether you are new to this area or looking to deepen your understanding, this program offers the tools and insights you need to advocate effectively for older adults. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your skills and help safeguard the rights and dignity of those at risk of abuse or exploitation.
Faculty: Deborah Cuevas Hill, Legal Counsel for the Elderly and Bridgette Stumpf, Network for Victim Recovery of DC
Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others
The D.C. Bar CLE Program now offers discounted group registration rates! For more information, contact the CLE Office at CLE@dcbar.org or 202-626-3488.
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