FAQs—Frequently Asked Questions
A. Mass NAELA stands for the Massachusetts chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Mass NAELA is a professional association of attorneys in Massachusetts concerned with improving the availability and delivery of legal services to older persons and their families. Mass NAELA members are committed to this area of the law and have the qualifications to assist families in dealing with a range of legal issues which impact older persons. Q. If I am a member of the national organization, does that make me a member of the Massachusetts chapter? A. Unfortunately, not. In order to join the local chapter, you must be a member of the national chapter. If you join the Massachusetts chapter, you must pay additional dues to join the local chapter. Q. How can the Massachusetts chapter help me develop my elder law practice? A. Dinner meetings are a great way to network with other elder law attorneys to discuss marketing ideas related to developing your practice. In addition, Mass NAELA has a list-serv where you can ask questions and get responses from other experienced elder law attorneys. Mass NAELA also has a mentoring program which will match you with an experienced member who can answer any questions you may have about your elder law practice. Q. Do I have to be a member of the Massachusetts chapter of NAELA to practice elder law in Massachusetts? A. Absolutely not. However, Mass NAELA is a great way to develop your expertise in this practice area. Q. What are my responsibilities as a member? A. A member's only responsibility is to practice law in a manner which supports the mission of Mass NAELA. In other words, advocate on behalf of older clients and their families and promote public policies that enhance the lives of older adults. Q. Are there qualifications to become a member? A. Other than bar membership and NAELA membership, there are no qualifications to become a member of the Mass Chapter. |
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