By Daniel G. Fish, Esq. and Dianne Zimmerman
Daniel G. Fish, a leading member of The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
answered Caring Today’s questions regarding questions to ask an eldercare lawyer. NAELA is the leading organization representing a specialized group of attorneys that help caregivers and their loved ones with elderly law. The Website has a “Locate an Elder Law Attorney” feature which can be helpful in finding a practice in your area.
Some key questions to ask when interviewing an elder law attorney:
- How long have you practiced elder law?
- What percentage of your practice is devoted to this specialty?
- Are you a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys or an elder-law section of the local bar association?
- Are you a certified eder law attorney (CELA)?
Finally—and this is not an unusual question to ask an elder law attorney:
- Do you make house calls or visit your clients in a nursing home?
When choosing an elder law attorney, follow your instincts and be sure that the person you select is someone who you and your family members will feel comfortable dealing with, especially when it comes to matters so intimate and close to the heart.
Daniel G. Fish, Esq., of Freedman and Fish, LLP, in New York City, is a certified elder law attorney. He is a founding member and Fellow of the NAELA.
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