Legal Question in Elder Law in California
Are lawyers required to change a will at the request if a non-conserved elder if they suspect the elder may be a victim of financial abuse or deteriorating mental/ cognitive capacity?
Asked on 5/11/10, 1:34 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Elizabeth Karnazes
New York Offices of Elizabeth Karnazes
No, but it is a very risky area of law because California does not have the proper statutes to protect lawyers when they have a client at risk. I suggest the lawyer call the ethics hotline of the California State Bar for advice on this.
Answered on 5/16/10, 5:23 pm
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