Upcoming CLE Panels at the NYSBA Joint Meeting of the Trusts & Estates and Elder Law & Special Needs Sections
The 2024 New York State Bar Association Joint Meeting of the Trusts & Estates and Elder Law & Special Needs Sections will be taking place in beautiful Canandaigua, NY from Wednesday, September 25 – Friday, September 27. Abrams Fensterman, LLP will be well represented as panelists during this event: Partner, Moriah Adamo, is Program Planning Chair and speaking on a panel, “TOD Deeds.” Partners Douglas Stern and Sarah Chussler will be panelists for “Psychiatric Advance Directives, Article 9 Hearings.” This is a significant recognition of their expertise and thought leadership in these complex areas of law.
Don’t miss the opportunity to gain insights from our team at these essential CLE sessions. More details and the full agenda can be found on the NYSBA event page here.
Psychiatric Advance Directives, Article 9 Hearings
Thursday, September 26, 2024
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM EDT
1.5 MCLE Credits Areas of Professional Practice
Explore the legal standards for psychiatric hospital admissions in New York under Mental Hygiene Law Article 9. This course is designed to equip attorneys with essential skills to handle mental health crises, protect patient rights, and manage urgent legal interventions.
Speakers:
- Douglas Stern, Esq. – Partner, Abrams Fensterman Mental Health and Elder Law Practice Groups
- Sarah Chussler, Esq. – Partner, Abrams Fensterman Mental Health and Elder Law Practice Groups
Topics Covered:
- Recent developments in Mental Hygiene Law and advocacy group activities.
- Strategies for legal professionals when dealing with mental illness impacts on clients, colleagues, and family members.
- Preparing attorneys to handle emergency scenarios involving mental health crises.
- Exploring the legal standards for psychiatric admissions and the rights of patients.
Location
Meet Me At the Crossroads
Salon A&B
Hotel Canandaigua
Canandaigua, NY
Transfer on Death Deeds (“TOD”)
Friday, September 27, 2024
9:00 AM – 9:50 AM
1.0 MCLE Credit in Areas of Professional Practice
New York’s recently enacted Transfer on Death (TOD) deed law aims to make property transfer easier for homeowners but may inadvertently create more challenges. The session will cover the law’s implications, overlooked legislative advice, and advocacy efforts to resolve emerging concerns.
Speakers:
- Moriah Adamo, Esq. – Partner, Abrams Fensterman Elder Law and Estate Planning Department
- Lisa M. Powers, Esq. – Partner, Harris Beach PLLC
Location
Meet Me At the Crossroads
Salon A&B
Hotel Canandaigua
Canandaigua, NY
