There are many other state chapters of NAELA around the nation. AFELA is one of the largest chapters. Membership in AFELA requires membership in NAELA and an adherence to its aspirational standards for professional behavior. The Academy of Florida Elder Attorneys was founded in 1993 as a professional association of attorneys who are dedicated to improving the quality of legal services provided to the elderly.
Currently, it serves as the pre-eminent organization for private practice elder law attorneys in the State of Florida. Its primary focus is advanced level education, yet the Academy offers several CLE in-person programs and web-based programs on a wide range of topics in the elder law concentration. One of its most lauded membership benefits is the AFELA listserv which is an open forum for questions and answers among its members on nearly every elder law topic imaginable.
If you are an elder law attorney, we are interested in having you join the AFELA membership. For more information, you may contact our administrator at jennifer@afela.org.
Currently, it serves as the pre-eminent organization for private practice elder law attorneys in the State of Florida. Its primary focus is advanced level education, yet the Academy offers several CLE in-person programs and web-based programs on a wide range of topics in the elder law concentration. One of its most lauded membership benefits is the AFELA listserv which is an open forum for questions and answers among its members on nearly every elder law topic imaginable.
If you are an elder law attorney, we are interested in having you join the AFELA membership. For more information, you may contact our administrator at jennifer@afela.org.
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Here you will find answers to the Frequently Asked Questions many of our member attorneys hear from individuals just like you.
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The person who creates a Will is referred to as a "testator" (male) or "testatrix" ( Female).
For purposes of this discussion, a testator and testatrix will be referred to as a "Maker".
Assets titled jointly along with another person or legal entity as one of the owner, does not pass according to the terms of a Will.
We hope you will enjoy this educational resource we provide to you.
The person who creates a Will is referred to as a "testator" (male) or "testatrix" ( Female).
For purposes of this discussion, a testator and testatrix will be referred to as a "Maker".
Assets titled jointly along with another person or legal entity as one of the owner, does not pass according to the terms of a Will.
Elder Law encompasses the unique legal aspects of aging.
An Elder Law Attorney is familiar with the Federal and Florida laws that impact seniors' well-being and personal wishes.
Elder Law covers many areas including guardianship, estate planning (wills and trusts, powers of attorney and advanced directives), Medicaid planning and long term care issues, probate and estate administration.
Many elder law attorneys also assist families who have children - minors or adults-with special needs.
Some Elder Law attorneys may practice a few of these complex areas of law, while others may be more comprehensive in their coverage.
An Elder Law Attorney is familiar with the Federal and Florida laws that impact seniors' well-being and personal wishes.
Elder Law covers many areas including guardianship, estate planning (wills and trusts, powers of attorney and advanced directives), Medicaid planning and long term care issues, probate and estate administration.
Many elder law attorneys also assist families who have children - minors or adults-with special needs.
Some Elder Law attorneys may practice a few of these complex areas of law, while others may be more comprehensive in their coverage.
If you are looking at this site you are either part of a family that is currently in crisis or one that is trying to plan to avoid crisis.
Either way, you have reached a site that can help you.
AFELA (The Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys) is a nonprofit association which assists lawyers, bar organizations and others who work with older clients and their families.
Our mission is to foster a community of private-practice, elder-law attorneys through education and outreach.
Beyond that, we are a resource for families trying to work their way through the maze of issues associated with Elder Law.
Either way, you have reached a site that can help you.
AFELA (The Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys) is a nonprofit association which assists lawyers, bar organizations and others who work with older clients and their families.
Our mission is to foster a community of private-practice, elder-law attorneys through education and outreach.
Beyond that, we are a resource for families trying to work their way through the maze of issues associated with Elder Law.
The Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys is the pre-eminent organization of Florida elder law attorneys providing advocacy, education and action on belalf of seniors and people with disabilities.
In order to be a member of the Florida Chapter, the attorney must also join the National Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys.
Membership is open to attorneys and all those who possess a juris doctorate or equivalent degree and are licensed or authorized to practice law under the jurisdiction of any country.
In order to be a member of the Florida Chapter, the attorney must also join the National Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys.
Membership is open to attorneys and all those who possess a juris doctorate or equivalent degree and are licensed or authorized to practice law under the jurisdiction of any country.
Jerome "Jerry" Solkoff was a lifelong advocate for the elderly and disabled.
He enjoyed a distinguished professional life spanning more than four decades.
Jerry received numerous honors for his advocacy on behalf of the elderly during his lifetime and amassed thousands of hours of pro bono services within his community.
The Jerome Solkoff Advocacy Award is an annual advocacy award presented by The Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys (AFELA) to an AFELA member or member of an Elder Allied Organization in recognition of his or her advocacy and support of our state's elderly and disabled citizens.
He enjoyed a distinguished professional life spanning more than four decades.
Jerry received numerous honors for his advocacy on behalf of the elderly during his lifetime and amassed thousands of hours of pro bono services within his community.
The Jerome Solkoff Advocacy Award is an annual advocacy award presented by The Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys (AFELA) to an AFELA member or member of an Elder Allied Organization in recognition of his or her advocacy and support of our state's elderly and disabled citizens.
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