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Powers of Attorney: Pitfalls and Best Practices Part 2—Powers of Attorney for Health Care By Susan Dawson-Tibbits Trusts and Estates, June 2020 This article continues to focus on problematic areas and best practices used in the preparation of various types of powers of attorney.
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Powers of Attorney: Pitfalls and Best Practices Part 1—Powers of Attorney for Property By Susan Dawson-Tibbits Elder Law, April 2020 The first in a two-part series of articles focusing on problematic areas and best practices used in the preparation of various types of powers of attorney.
Powers of Attorney: Pitfalls and Best Practices Part 1—Powers of Attorney for Property By Susan Dawson-Tibbits Trusts and Estates, March 2020 The first in a two-part series of articles focusing on problematic areas and best practices used in the preparation of various types of powers of attorney.
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Case note: In re Estate of John P. Hanley, an Alleged Disabled Person, 2013 IL App (3d) 110264 (Sept. 6, 2013) By Susan Dawson-Tibbits Elder Law, November 2013 This case presents a good example of the lengths to which family members in a dysfunctional family will go to gain control over or seek revenge on other family members, using an elderly family matter as the means.
Legislative update: What to expect beginning January 1, 2010 By Susan Dawson-Tibbits Elder Law, December 2009 The Illinois General Assembly recently passed two bills that will have an impact on our elderly clients. Both of these bills become law as of January 1, 2010.
Informed consent in the elder law practice By Susan Dawson-Tibbits Elder Law, January 2005 In June, 2004, the General Assembly of the Illinois State Bar Association approved a revision of the Illinois Code of Professional Responsibility, the rules of ethical conduct governing the conduct and behavior of Illinois lawyers.
Adult guardianship mediation: A holistic approach to resolving family disputes By Susan Dawson-Tibbits Elder Law, June 2003 As more Americans are living longer, families are having to grapple with the issues and problems that accompany aging in our society as they assist their elderly relatives.
The special needs of the elderly in the courtroom By Susan Dawson-Tibbits Elder Law, October 2001 Most attorneys who practice in the area of elder law are aware of the unique challenges facing the older person.

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