The Client Comes First: Ethics, Caregivers, and Powers of Attorney

When an interested party (caregiver, spouse, child, friend, or agent under a Power of Attorney) is involved, attorneys and geriatric care managers must clearly identify and protect the true client. This session covers practical and ethical strategies to manage caregiver influence, maintain boundaries, and address conflicts. Attendees will gain tools to recognize red flags and ensure advocacy remains focused on the client’s rights and wishes.
Originally presented as part of Elder Law Short Course 2025.

Credits: 0 General, 0 Diversity/Inclusion PR, 0 MH/SA PR, 1 Other PR

SKU: P9007-25R-12A

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Expires 9/1/2027

When an interested party (caregiver, spouse, child, friend, or agent under a Power of Attorney) is involved, attorneys and geriatric care managers must clearly identify and protect the true client. This session covers practical and ethical strategies to manage caregiver influence, maintain boundaries, and address conflicts. Attendees will gain tools to recognize red flags and ensure advocacy remains focused on the client’s rights and wishes.
Colleen Ceh Becvar, Trinity Advocacy Group, LLC, St. Charles
Kim Burgess, Comforting Transitions, St. Louis
Heidi E. Dodd, Dodd & Wambold, O’Fallon

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Expires 9/1/2027

When an interested party (caregiver, spouse, child, friend, or agent under a Power of Attorney) is involved, attorneys and geriatric care managers must clearly identify and protect the true client. This session covers practical and ethical strategies to manage caregiver influence, maintain boundaries, and address conflicts. Attendees will gain tools to recognize red flags and ensure advocacy remains focused on the client’s rights and wishes.
Colleen Ceh Becvar, Trinity Advocacy Group, LLC, St. Charles
Kim Burgess, Comforting Transitions, St. Louis
Heidi E. Dodd, Dodd & Wambold, O’Fallon

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Category	Elder Law
Program Date	09/19/25

Products specifications

Category	Elder Law
Program Date	09/19/25

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