Elder Law: Practice, Policy, and Problems - 3rd Edition - Nina Kohn

Elder Law: Practice Policy and Problems - 3rd Edition Kohn 9798889062547

Revised with a focus on effective teaching and engaging learning, the Third Edition of Elder Law: Practice, Policy, and Problems is a comprehensive update to this leading casebook. This edition brings a practical, client-centered approach alongside a robust analysis of policy, equipping students with the legal knowledge and framework needed to address the unique challenges facing older adults and their advocates.

This edition is framed with an accessible narrative that guides students through primary sources, including cases, statutes, regulations, and sample documents, as well as select articles crafted to inspire in-depth thought and discussion.

Frequent problems and exercises encourage students to step into the role of elder law attorneys, exploring scenarios such as client meetings and counseling sessions. Thought-provoking questions invite students to critically examine and debate policy implications, fostering a nuanced understanding of elder law.

Key Features of the Third Edition:

The Third Edition reinforces its place as the most current and innovative elder law casebook, offering:

• Updated Statutory and Regulatory Content: Reflects recent legislative changes and current eligibility criteria for public benefits.
• Enhanced Data: Includes new demographic and economic information relevant to elder law practice.
• COVID-19’s Impact: Analyzes lessons and legal shifts prompted by the pandemic.
• Emphasis on Intersectionality: Addresses ageism, elderspeak, and intergenerational justice.
• Expanded Scholarly Insights: New article excerpts explore philosophical and policy debates to support “big picture” classroom discussions.
• Broadened Topics: Now covers family formation in later life, age-related discrimination, and equity issues.
• Streamlined Cases: Select longer cases moved to notes, with new cases added for better teaching utility.

Benefits for Professors and Students:

• Clear Structure: Organized for easy navigation and comprehension.
• Client-Centered Approach: Emphasizes real-world applications and attorney-client interactions.
• Integrated Policy Discussion: Blends doctrine with current issues, supporting a well-rounded understanding.
• Complete Statutory Content: All necessary statutory material included in one casebook, eliminating the need for supplemental texts.
• Diverse Practice Problems: Offers realistic client scenarios and hypotheticals, suitable for both in-class and independent assignments.
• Critical Thinking Prompts: Embedded questions encourage active classroom discussion and deep analysis.

This edition equips students not only with the tools to understand elder law but also with practical insights to apply it, fostering critical thinking and discussion around real-world challenges.

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