28 - Breaking Boundaries: Redefining the Legal Profession in Elder Law with The Law Office of Angela Odensky's Angela Odensky

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Your host, Audrey Ehrhardt, talks with the Founder, Estate Planning, and Elder Law Attorney of The Law Office of Angela Odensky, Angela Odensky. Elder law is a unique field that transcends traditional legal boundaries, focusing on serving a population rather than a specific area of law. Angela's firm, based in Bellaire, Texas, and also serving Washington, specializes in elder law, estate planning, probate, and special needs. The firm's mission is to assist individuals in navigating the complexities of aging and the legal issues that accompany it.

Angela emphasized the importance of the intake process, where they gather comprehensive information, often via telephone, to identify the legal needs of their clients. This step is crucial as many individuals may not even know what kind of legal assistance they require. Elder law attorneys often act as the social workers of the legal world, providing guidance to other attorneys when complex legal issues related to capacity and aging arise.

The legal profession has seen a significant shift towards virtual practice, a change accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Angela shared her vision of leveraging technology to expand her practice to Washington while maintaining a presence in Texas. Tools for remote communication and document management are key to operating across state lines, allowing her to serve communities that may lack access to specialized legal services.

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