Aging and the Law

AGING AND THE LAW

Fall 2016

Professor Ford

978-681-0066

Elder law draws from many areas of the law, but with a focus on the application of those areas of law to the elderly. We will examine several of those areas, but no single course can even touch upon, much less do justice to, all areas encompassed within the field of elder law. We will begin with a look at the field generally, and then examine ethical issues in the elder client context. From there, we shall proceed as student interest, and professor guidance, shall direct. Therefore, please read the first assignment below for discussion in the first class, and be prepared also to discuss your interest in the field of elder law and what areas you would like to pursue.

CLASS 1

Advising the Elderly Client

June 2016 Update

A. Kimberley Dayton, Julie Ann Garber, Robert A. Mead, and Molly M. Wood

Part 1. Introduction

Chapter 1. Overview: Demographics of Aging; Introduction to the Practice of Elder Law

Sections 1:1 thru 1:17

Westlaw: Home > Secondary Sources > Estate Planning Secondary Sources > Estate Planning Texts & Treatises > Advising The Elderly Client > Part 1. Introduction

CLASS 2

Advising the Elderly Client

June 2016 Update

A. Kimberley Dayton, Julie Ann Garber, Robert A. Mead, and Molly M. Wood

Part 1. Introduction

Chapter 3. Ethical Considerations

Sections 3:1 thru 3:13

Westlaw: Home > Secondary Sources > Estate Planning Secondary Sources > Estate Planning Texts & Treatises > Advising The Elderly Client > Part 1. Introduction

Rules of Professional Conduct: http://www.mass. gov/obcbbo/ rpcnet.htm

Rules: 1.2-1.9 and 1.14

As you read Model Rules of Professional Conduct (ABA), read also the corresponding Massachusetts Rules of Professional Conduct. Compare and contrast the two.

CLASS 3

Advising the Elderly Client

June 2016 Update

A. Kimberley Dayton, Julie Ann Garber, Robert A. Mead, and Molly M. Wood

Part 1. Introduction

Chapter 3. Ethical Considerations

Sections 3:14 thru 3:23

Westlaw: Home > Secondary Sources > Estate Planning Secondary Sources > Estate Planning Texts & Treatises > Advising The Elderly Client > Part 1. Introduction

Rules of Professional Conduct: http://www.mass. gov/obcbbo/ rpcnet.htm

Rules: 1.2-1.9 and 1.14

As you read Model Rules of Professional Conduct (ABA), read also the corresponding Massachusetts Rules of Professional Conduct. Compare and contrast the two.