Aging often brings unique legal challenges that require empathetic and specialized guidance. At Mann Lawyers, our Elder Law practice is committed to promoting and protecting the rights, dignity, and well-being of seniors while supporting their families through complex and sensitive matters.
Our experience covers a wide range of elder law issues, including powers of attorney, guardianship applications, estate planning, capacity assessments, elder abuse prevention, and end-of-life directives. We recognize the importance of safeguarding seniors from risks and abuse like neglect, manipulation, undue influence, and financial exploitation, while respecting their autonomy and individuality.
Our team is committed to getting involved to restore and protect elders from any form of abuse, which can take on many forms, physical, psychological and financial. Shockingly, an estimated four to ten per cent of Ontario’s seniors experience some type of abuse.
Our team of trusted professionals collaborates with families, elder abuse networks, private care providers, and the broader community to advocate for seniors and effect meaningful change in their lives. Whether handling cases of predatory marriages, negligence, or abuse of powers of attorney, we apply our expertise to ensure that seniors and their families receive practical and effective solutions, advice and representation, tailored to their needs.
Our areas of experience include:
- Power of Attorney Abuse
- Guardianship Applications
- Capacity issues and disputes
- End-of-Life and After-Life Directives (including Medical Assistance in Dying)
- Elder Abuse and Neglect
- Predatory Marriage
- Undue Influence
- Negligence
At Mann Lawyers, we are dedicated to empowering seniors and their families to navigate the legal complexities of aging with confidence and peace of mind.
