A former controller at Edelman Financial Engines has initiated legal action against a New York City law firm, alleging wrongful termination following a stroke. The lawsuit, filed in the Southern District of New York, claims that the firm dismissed the employee shortly after he suffered a stroke, which he contends is a violation of the…
Tucker Arensberg has announced the appointment of Doug DeNardo and Jennifer Bittel Derby as co-chairs of its estates and trusts group. The announcement, made on Monday, highlights the unique skill sets that each brings to the position. Doug DeNardo brings his expertise in advising individuals, families, and closely-held business owners on both tax and non-tax…
Meltzer Lippe Goldstein & Breitstone LLP, a prominent business law firm, faces legal action from a former attorney, Laura Brancato, who claims that the firm fosters a hostile work environment for women. In a complaint filed with the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, Brancato asserts that during its 50-year history,…
Adam Seiden, the chair of the New York State Bar Association’s 50+ Section, is emphasizing the importance of fostering intergenerational links within the legal profession. Seiden, who refers to himself as an “old dinosaur,” acknowledges the challenges of adapting to the evolving landscape of law practice. He states, “I’ve had to adapt to the new…
Rubin and Rudman has expanded its trusts and estates group in Boston by bringing on Debra Rahmin Silberstein and Michael Bannister as partners, the firm announced Thursday. Silberstein specializes in family philanthropic planning, tax, and elder law matters, with a focus on assisting families in planning for the needs of their children or relatives with…
Elder law attorneys face a unique challenge, managing not only their senior clients but also the clients’ children who assist in the process, as well as a diverse staff with members spanning different generations. In a recent discussion on the Non-Eventcast podcast, veteran elder law attorney Jamie Haroutunian of Priority Law shared his approach to…
The State of Illinois is considering a new proposal relating to the mental health of legal professionals. Under the proposed law, lawyers having evidence suggesting a fellow attorney or judge is suffering impaired function due to mental or cognitive issues would be mandated to intervene and provide help. This proposed regulation is amongst four suggested…
As industries specializing in elder law and estate planning continue to grow, an important term that often comes up is “incapacitated.” This term holds significant meaning in the legal sphere and shapes the strategies used to address the multifaceted challenges associated with aging. Incapacity, in legal terms, refers to someone who is unable to make…
Thriving in the “sandwich generation” is a multilayered, complex task. The phrase usually refers not to a generation born at a specific time, but to a group of family caregivers typically in their 30s and 40s who are caught between the needs of their growing children and aging parents. This delicate balancing act often brings…
Earlier this week, a significant turn came in the ongoing battle against fraudulent financial schemes aimed at elderly and vulnerable individuals. A Nevada man, Edgar Del Rio, was sentenced to 51 months of imprisonment for his role in a prize-notification fraud operation that extended over a period of eight years, defrauding thousands of individuals. Del…
Last year, LEAP Legal Software, an international provider of cloud-based practice management software acquired WealthCounsel, a leading provider of software, training, and support for estate planning and elder law attorneys. In a significant development for the estate planning community, LEAP has now announced a new integration with WealthCounsel. This integration makes WealthCounsel’s drafting solution directly…
Navigating the intricate dynamic between an attorney and a client whose capacity is diminished can be a challenging endeavour. It’s analogous to precariously walking on the razor’s edge, where even the slightest misstep can lead to painful consequences. This vivid articulation was put forward by Professor Thomas E. Simmons from South Dakota School of Law….
An issue of growing concern in Missouri is the question of involuntary nursing home discharges and transfers. Many elderly residents spend years in long-term care facilities, but inevitably, circumstances may fluctify, potentially rendering the facility no longer suitably equipped to care for the resident. In certain scenarios, nursing homes may even proceed to discharge or…