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By staying active in the community through speaking engagements, writing articles and attending conferences, our attorneys, and staff, have a more comprehensive understanding of not only the concerns that face our clients today, but also the remedies available to them.
We are booking future presentations!
Please contact us at presentations@duttonelderlaw.
August
12aug6:00 pm7:00 pmLegal Planning for Living with a Chronic Medical Condition
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Courtney Veneri, JD, presents on the legal planning to execute when you or a loved one is living with a chronic medical condition.
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Courtney Veneri, JD, presents on the legal planning to execute when you or a loved one is living with a chronic medical condition.
Time
August 12, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Webinar
Organizer
13aug12:00 pm1:00 pmEthics of Decision-Making
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When a patient has an uncertain level of cognitive capacity, what is the legal hierarchy for surrogate decision-making? How can you be sure you are following the correct
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When a patient has an uncertain level of cognitive capacity, what is the legal hierarchy for surrogate decision-making? How can you be sure you are following the correct person’s directives? How can emergency guardianship be prevented? This session will discuss such questions and review the legal remedies to pursue when all other options have been exhausted.
Time
August 13, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Organizer
Kamilah English, JD
September
04sep1:00 pm3:00 pmDocuments You Don't Think You Need - Until You DoProgram for Community Members
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Long-term care and estate planning are for all our us, regardless of income and assets. This session will discuss what basic legal documents you need, types of trusts that might
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Long-term care and estate planning are for all our us, regardless of income and assets. This session will discuss what basic legal documents you need, types of trusts that might be beneficial for you, and much more.
This event is private.
Presented by: Amy Gjesdahl, JD, Elder Law Attorney
Time
September 4, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Organizer
Attorney Amy Gjesdahl, JD
10sep12:30 pm1:30 pmGuardianship - How Did We Get Here
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There are many steps in place before guardianship is obtained including legal documents, such as Power of Attorney. However, guardianship might be sought even with such documents in place. This
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There are many steps in place before guardianship is obtained including legal documents, such as Power of Attorney. However, guardianship might be sought even with such documents in place. This presentation covers the span of capacity, surrogate decision-makers, and the legal process for guardianship. Presented by Kamilah English, JD.
Time
September 10, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Organizer
Kamilah English, JD
15sep10:00 am11:00 amAnnual Legal Checkup for Aging Well
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Certified Elder Law Attorney Melissa Kallio, JD, CELA, will share her 10-point checklist to follow to make planning for aging a bit easier.
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Certified Elder Law Attorney Melissa Kallio, JD, CELA, will share her 10-point checklist to follow to make planning for aging a bit easier.
Time
September 15, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-05:00)
October
09oct2:00 pm3:30 pmLegal Planning for Living with a Chronic Medical Condition
Event Details
Courtney Veneri, JD, presents on the legal planning to execute when you or a loved one is living with a chronic medical condition.
Event Details
Courtney Veneri, JD, presents on the legal planning to execute when you or a loved one is living with a chronic medical condition.
Time
October 9, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Webinar
Organizer
March
10mar2:00 pm3:30 pmPrepare to CarePUBLIC PRESENTATION
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Taking care of an ailing family member is one of the most daunting and demanding roles we will ever experience. What legal documents do you need to put in place?
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Taking care of an ailing family member is one of the most daunting and demanding roles we will ever experience. What legal documents do you need to put in place? What health care and financial decisions are you allowed to make? What resources are available? This session will provide valuable information and advice which every family caregiver needs to know. Presented by Certified Elder Law Attorney Helen Mesoloras, JD.
Time
March 10, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
25 North Winfield Road, Winfield, Illinios 60190
Organizer
Certified Elder Law Attorney Helen Mesoloras, JD, CELA
June
04jun9:30 am11:30 amTAKE PRIDE IN YOUR FUTURE
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This program, presented by a certified elder law attorney, will discuss the challenges LGBTQ+ individuals may experience when planning for later life, strategies they can be used to build strong
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This program, presented by a certified elder law attorney, will discuss the challenges LGBTQ+ individuals may experience when planning for later life, strategies they can be used to build strong relationships, an effective care plan, and what documents, resources, and information are needed to help ensure a secure future. Presented by Courtney Veneri, JD.
Time
June 4, 2026 9:30 am - 11:30 am(GMT-05:00)