This session explores strategic uses of disclaimers before and after death to adjust distributions, preserve tax advantages, and respond to changing family or financial circumstances. Attendees will gain insight into technical requirements, critical timing considerations, and practical, real world applications.
Originally presented as part of Workers' Compensation Institute 2026.

Each chapter of this handbook provides guidance on a specific cause of action, including the relevant elements and pleading requirements, controlling law, relevant standard jury instructions, applicable statutes of limitations, the parties, special considerations, remedies/special issues, a checklist for the complaint, affirmative defenses specific to the cause of action, related actions, and a sample complaint.

Designed for Illinois attorneys focused on elder law, the annual Elder Law Short Course offers a comprehensive exploration of the most current issues affecting older adults and their families, including estate planning, Medicaid, guardianship, long-term care, and recent legal developments. Attendees will stay ahead of evolving laws and policies, learn advanced planning tools such as special needs trusts, retirement account strategies, and irrevocable trusts, strengthen advocacy skills for serving diverse clients—including LGBTQ+ individuals, caregivers, people with disabilities, and those at risk of exploitation—and gain practical guidance on navigating overlapping public benefits programs, all while networking with experienced faculty and peers.

New for 2026, Day Two includes an optional Track C devoted entirely to AI in elder law practice, with demonstrations, practical “plain-English” guidance, and interactive workshops designed for immediate use. Because this track is an additional-fee add-on and is not recorded, attendees who select it must attend in-person. Registration is limited.