Elder Law

Elder law is concerned with the rights of older persons. It is a broad practice area and includes issues arising from social work, health care, finance, and advocacy. It includes the preparation of documents to plan for the possibility of incapacity, including powers of attorney, representation agreements, and advance directives.

There are numerous issues surrounding the use or abuse of powers of attorney, substitute decision-making, elder abuse and neglect, and other challenging subjects that arise when representing older adults and their families. Sometimes problems can be solved by referrals to the appropriate agency, but other times, negotiation and/or litigation is needed.

The lawyers at McLellan Herbert Locke were pioneers in developing this area of law in Canada and British Columbia. We have the experience and expertise to assist older adults and their families in an efficient manner.