Elder Law Issues: An Introduction to Key Issues and Insights for your Practice by the Canadian Bar Association – Newfoundland and Labrador

Elder Law Lunch and Learn

Melissa Saunders, Chair of the Elder Law Section, invites you to an engaging lunch-and-learn session exploring key topics in Elder Law. Designed to equip lawyers with valuable insights and practical strategies, this session will feature expert speakers sharing their knowledge and actionable tips for enhancing your practice and effectively supporting elder clients.

Why Attend?

• Discover essential strategies for navigating the complexities of Elder Law.
• Gain invaluable insights from leading experts in Estate, Trust, and Fiduciary litigation.
• Strengthen your practice with practical advice for building trust and addressing the unique needs of elder clients..

Speakers:

Kimberly A. Whaley, CS, TEP, LLM: Founding and managing partner of Whaley Estate Litigation Partners (WEL Partners), a Toronto-based dispute resolution firm practicing throughout Ontario. Kimberly specializes in Estate, Trust, Fiduciary, and Wealth Succession litigation, and related issues such as capacity, undue influence, and elder law. She is the recipient of the 2024 OBA Award of Excellence in Trusts and Estates Law.

Lynne Butler: An experienced practitioner from Butler Wills and Estates, discussing recommendations for advising elder clients, including recognizing key signals, adapting to their limitations, building trusting relationships, and documenting files to mitigate legal challenges.

Kevin O’Shea and Sara Hawkins: Representatives from PLIAN, contributing their expertise to this important conversation.

Fee: Free for members, $50 for non-members

Register by Friday, February 7th, 2025:

Email Robyn Davis at cba-nl@cba.org to secure your spot.