OBA Elder Law and Civil Litigation PROGRAM | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (ET)
It is critical that litigators are up to speed on how to identify potential capacity issues and what steps need to be taken when a litigation client is incapable. Join our expert panel to get practical advice and helpful strategies on handling key issues, including:
- Assessing capacity to instruct counsel
- When is a litigation guardian required under Rule 7?
- Appointment, removal, role and duties of litigation guardians
- Best practices for motions for approval of settlements under Rule 7
- Navigating tricky professionalism and ethical issues when representing an incapable client
PROGRAM CHAIRS
Hannah Zip, Scotia Wealth Management
Barbara Legate, Legate Injury Lawyers
SPEAKERS
D. Keith Smockum, Smockum Zarnett LLP
Laurie Tucker, Burn Tucker Lachaîne Personal Injury Lawyers PC
PROGRAM DETAILS
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Monday, December 7, 2026 |
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12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Program (ET) |
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PROGRAM PRICE
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CBA Member: $65* | CBA Student Member: $35* | Non-Member: $119*
(includes e-materials access, where available) *plus applicable taxes
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