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Elder Law Basics 2024: This program is designed for attorneys new to the practice, or those looking to brush up on their knowledge in this area. The topics will provide an overview for the intangibles of Elder Law, including powers of attorney, pre-admission evaluations, real estate in elder law, how clients can find and afford health care in retirement, ethics and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from seasoned practitioners providing the information you need to stay on top of developments and changes in the field.

This forum will take place virtually via Zoom Webinar, with connection info and course material sent to registrants the week of the program.

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The Rookie's Guide to Estate Planning: Embark on a rewarding legal journey with The Rookie Series. This curated series sheds light on the foundational pillars of various legal disciplines. Each segment offers a comprehensive look into the heart of practices ranging from the structured world of employment law to the nuances of family law. Specially curated for the next generation of Tennessee's legal professionals, this series promises more than knowledge—it paves the path to excellence. Dive deep, sharpen your legal acumen, and take a step closer to mastering your chosen field. Enroll today and chart a distinguished path in the legal landscape.

In this installment of the series focused on estate planning, acquaint yourself with estate planning essentials, from will drafting and trust creation to asset protection.

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Faculty Spotlight: Lauren Sherwood

Join Lauren for the Intellectual Property Law Forum, April 5 in Nashville. REGISTER TODAY! 

Lauren Sherwood is a Patent Attorney working remotely in Knoxville for a patent counseling and prosecution law firm located in Washington, D.C. Lauren received her license to practice in Tennessee in 2018 and has been licensed to practice before the USPTO since 2013. She has focused her practice on patent prosecution in software, communications, and biotechnology areas.

Prior to and while attending law school at the University of Tennessee College of Law, Lauren prepared and prosecuted patent applications in a wide variety of technology areas as a Patent Agent for a virtual law firm. Her technical background is in chemistry, however the bulk of Lauren's experience over the past six years have been in computer-related technologies. Lauren received a B.S. in Chemistry with an emphasis in Biochemistry along with a B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Florida in 2012.
Outside of her practice, Lauren enjoys cheering on her favorite sports teams, sipping on local craft brews with her husband, and snuggling with her dog, Apollo.