National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA)

Program that maintains a list of private attorneys and can connect people who need legal services to attorneys that can help them. Examples of specialty areas are family law, elder law, immigration law and real estate law. MORE INFORMATION Lists attorneys who specialize in Elder Law and Special Needs Law, advocates on the state and national levels for community care issues, pensions and Special Needs Law, provides continuing education for professionals and members. For consumers:

• Provides a referral directory of attorneys in the private and public sectors who deal with legal issues affecting older adults and people with disabilities.
• How to interview and choose an attorney
• Information about topics affecting elders and people with disabilities

Some of the issues National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) members help with include, but are not limited to:

• Public benefits
• Probate and estate planning
• Guardianship/conservatorship
• Health and long-term care planning
• Age discrimination
• Elder abuse and fraud recovery

Please note: This agency does not provide legal advice

04/15/2026