Practice Area: Elder Law & Special Needs

Sharing Our Memories: David Goldfarb

In honor of our 150th anniversary, we asked longtime, involved members for their recollections of the New York State Bar Association. David Goldfarb, past chair of the Elder Law and Special Needs Section, recalled the New York State Bar Association’s victory in amending the power of attorney law five years ago. “I was a member … Continued

Treating Traumatized Clients With Compassion and Care

When representing people with trauma, it is important to understand that they may act in ways that seem illogical or tell their story nonlinearly. A seminar presented by the Elder Law and Special Needs Section at the New York State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting explained how traumatic events affect memory recall, and how attorneys can … Continued

New York State Bar Association Announces Plan To Help Over-Scheduled Lawyers

The New York State Bar Association is providing immediate relief to its members as the demands of 24/7 lawyering upend the delicate work/life balance that is so essential to attorney well-being. Domenick Napoletano, president of NYSBA and a solo practitioner in Brooklyn, announced Tuesday that the association has amassed a library of 20 automated forms … Continued