Message from the President, Gorham S. (Rory) Clark, VAELA President
I’m honored to serve as President of the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (VAELA), an organization that for years has stood at the forefront of elder and special needs law in the Commonwealth. (read the full message →)


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Save the Date for the 2026 VAELA UnProgram to be held March 4-6 at The Virginian Hotel in Lynchburg, VA. More details coming soon!

The 2025 VAELA Fall Conference was held Friday, September 12, at The Place at Innsbrook in Glen Allen, VA.

VAELA thanks our 2025 Fall Conference Sponsors for their support!

 

Featured Member Volunteer

Amy E. McCullough, Esq., Fredericksburg, VA

VAELA has provided me with so many things that enhance my practice and my quality of life as an attorney. The atmosphere here has always been warm and collegial, and the educational opportunities in VAELA are wonderful. The listserv and the in-person conferences all provide helpful information and practice pointers that keep me up to date with the latest developments in the field, as well as best practices for assisting vulnerable clients. Serving on the Public Policy Committee has opened my eyes to the many ways in which the interests of Virginia’s senior citizens and disabled adults could be better protected, and I value the work that VAELA has done to advance these. As the Immediate Past President of the Virginia chapter, I look forward to working with this organization for years to come.


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