Prior to graduation, students must take at least one course in each of the following areas:

Code Course

Skills/Experiential Course

Administrative Course

Writing Course
Elder Law
The most unique characteristic of elder law is that the practice distinguishes itself by the needs of the population it serves – elders – rather than by a specific doctrine. Elder law attorneys often engage in estate planning, retirement, end-of-life decisions, long term care planning, and guardianship. Many elder law attorneys specialize in assisting clients with government benefits, including Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid.
Elder law attorneys often work for medical and other specialized institutions, including nursing homes, assisted living centers, continuing care communities, hospitals, and the state and federal agencies that regulate them.
Elder law attorneys are expected to handle the critical emotional and physical needs of older clients, particularly those with disabilities. The practice includes planning for important financial goals and needs, but also issues affecting the day-to-day issues involving the care and quality of life of elders.A concentration program in elder law is available through the Center for Excellence in Elder Law.
Courses
Core/Foundational Courses |
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Recommended Courses |
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Experiential Courses and Seminars |
Resources
Competitions
Full-Time Faculty Focusing on this Pathway
Librarians
News
Professional Organizations
- American Association of Trusts, Estates and Elder Law Attorneys (AATEELA)
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
- National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys
- The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel
- The Florida Bar Elder Law Section
- The Florida Bar Health Law Section
- The Florida Bar Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
Student Organizations