The practice of elder law has come out of its infancy. The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2013 and the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association is now entering its 23rd year. At 2,794 members, the Elder Law Section is the fifth largest section of the New York State Bar Association.1 Although the majority of our members continue to practice in small firms or solo practice, this is beginning to change. Many experienced practitioners with established practices have joined the trusts and estates practices of larger firms which value their expertise in planning for long-term care and the special needs of individuals with disabilities.
The practice of elder law has never been more necessary. The first baby boomers turned 65 in 2011. According to the Department of Health and Human Services Administration on Aging, there were 41.4 million Americans over the age of 65 in 2011, or 13.3 percent of the U.S. population.2 This number will increase to over 79.7 million by 2040.3 With increased age, there is an increased possibility of developing chronic health conditions which affect the ability to perform activities of daily living without assistance.4
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