Experience in legal issues affecting seniors and their families.
The growing population of senior citizens, particularly “senior seniors” (85 years and older), is a Canada-wide trend. This has led to the emergence of “elder law”, referring to areas of law that affect seniors and their families. Longer life expectancies create a variety of legally and emotionally complex issues, and McKercher LLP provides experienced legal services in a wide range of relevant areas:
- Adult guardianship
- Disability and long-term care
- Health care decision-making
- Power of attorney
- Taxation
- Will and estate planning/administration
- Estate litigation