Are you curious about the process our attorneys went through before joining our team? The minimum requirement for specializing as an elder care attorney is that you hold a Juris Doctor degree, earned at an accredited law school. You would have also been admitted to the bar in the relevant state(s) where they've decided to practice. These are things our attorneys have done! Keep reading to learn about the process and the credentials our attorneys have achieved.

Step 1: The Bachelor's Degree

The first step towards a Juris Doctor is a Bachelor's Degree. They likely majored in an area of law or a related field, such as history, economics, political science, or business. Some form of experience in the areas of social sciences and humanities is also of advantage. As a graduate with a Bachelor's Degree, they will have developed an understanding of the legal system, and essential skills, such as problem-solving, thinking critically, and communicating.

Step 2: The Juris Doctorate

After completing a Bachelor's Degree, they needed to study for a Juris Doctor (law degree) to continue their journey toward becoming an elder care attorney. The degree is the preparation you need to practice as an attorney. During the three-year degree, they'll learn all the basics, amongst other related topics, of contract law, family law, estate planning, and elder law.

Step 3: The National Elder Law Foundation's Certification

According to LegalJobs, to become certified as an elder law specialist, they will need to meet very specific requirements, which differ from state to state. The National Elder Law Foundation's certificate is recognized by many states as the ‘golden standard' against which elder law and special needs professionals are measured. While different certification requirements vary state by state, the National Elder Law Foundation's certification requires applicants to undergo additional training to understand elder care law. Some courses include elder abuse, guardianship, long-term care planning, and public benefits.

Step 4: The State Bar Admission

The final stage for becoming an elder care attorney is to be admitted to the bar in the state where they are planning to practice. The requirements for admission to the bar differ between states. Generally, though, these include being of a good moral character and passing the written bar exam. Only after having been admitted to the bar can they practice as an elder care attorney in the state.

To become an elder care attorney, our attorneys needed to follow a process and gain certain credentials. Once they achieved this, they became an elder care attorney you can count on. For any legal help, call us at Mark G. Aberasturi, Attorney At Law P.C. today!