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The Elder Law Coach
Todd Whatley is a Certified Elder Law Attorney, practicing attorney and now the Elder Law Coach. His passion is to help attorneys become proficient Elder Law Attorneys. He still practices law with over 22 years of experience with offices in two states. He is the Past President of the National Elder Law Foundation, the ABA accredited certifying organization for the ABA. He LOVES working with new and experienced attorneys to help them have the best job in the world and help a great population. Visit him at www.TheElderLawCoach.com. This podcast was formally known as Elder Law in a Box.
The Elder Law Coach
Latest Episodes
Rule 1.14 And Dementia Clients
We break down the 2026 update to Rule 1.14 and why a dementia diagnosis does not automatically mean a client loses the right to sign legal documents. We share real stories from nursing homes and hospitals, then translate the rule comments into ...
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Trusts Elder Law Attorneys Actually (Should) Use
Most lawyers can draft a trust. Far fewer can explain which trust actually solves a client’s elder law problem when dementia, long-term care costs, or Medicaid eligibility show up at the worst possible time. We get practical about what each maj...
Ep. 63 Seven Steps To Run A High‑Closing Medicaid Meeting
We share a seven-step intake method that turns stressed family stories into a clear Medicaid plan, backed by simple tools that raise trust and close rates. From appreciation to a confident close, we show how to ask, verify, and present value wi...
Ep 62 How Smart Homes, AI, And Telehealth Help Seniors Stay Independent
We map the biggest 2025 trends helping older adults stay independent, from smart homes and AI wearables to telehealth, holistic wellness, and memory care training. Practical takeaways show how families and attorneys can plan for safer, calmer a...