The hidden scourge of elder abuse can have devastating consequences for older clients. However, effective estate planning can help mitigate the risks. This session offers guidance on how to best manage the risk of elder abuse through effective estate planning, including:

• Recognizing elder abuse risk in family structures and arrangements
• Dealing with elder abuse: what is an adviser’s duty?
• Structuring the estate plan to limit the possibility of elder abuse
• Drafting enduring powers of attorney to reduce elder abuse risk:
  • Choosing the right attorney
  • Duties, conditions and limitations
  • Extent of power
• Case studies – elder abuse risk scenarios