32nd Annual Elder Law Forum

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Event Details

  • Thursday, May 13, 2027
  • Crowne Plaza Albany – the Desmond Hotel

    660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY 12211

  • Or Attend the Live Stream
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 32ND ANNUAL ELDER LAW FORUM: Thursday, May 13, 2027.

Registration opening in January.

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THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO MADE THE 31st ANNUAL ELDER LAW FORUM A MEANINGFUL AND COLLABORATIVE EVENT WITH RECORD ATTENDANCE! 

On May 14, 2026, Pierro, Connor & Strauss convenes top minds and changemakers from across the state – including attorneys, health care providers, policymakers, financial professionals, advocates, social workers and caregivers – to tackle the most pressing issues facing aging and vulnerable populations. This year’s Forum focused on the most urgent legal and policy shifts affecting care, access, and planning.

“>Legislative response to the Governor’s Budget
  • “>Changes to New York’s Medicaid Programs
  • “>Home Care: Can We Keep the Promise?

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    Featured Speakers: 31st Annual Elder Law Forum

    Louis W. Pierro Esq.
    Louis W. Pierro, Esq.

    Forum Host,
    Founding Partner,
    Pierro, Connor & Strauss

    Aaron E Connor, Esq.
    Aaron E. Connor, Esq.

    Managing Partner,
    Pierro, Connor & Strauss

    Frank Hemming III, Esq.

    Partner,
    Pierro, Connor & Strauss

    Greg Olsen

    Director,
    New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA)

    Dr. James V. McDonald, MD, MPH

    Commissioner, New York State Department of Health

    Al Cardillo

    President & CEO,
    Home Care Association of NYS

    Becky Preve

    Executive Director,
    Association on Aging in New York

    Jacob Ashby

    NYS Senator,
    43rd Senate District,
    Committee on Aging (Ranking)

    John McDonald III

    NYS Assembly, 108th District,
    Committee on Health

    Patricia Fahy

    NYS Senator, 46th District
    Chair, Committee on Disabilities

    Benita Zahn

    Certified Health and Wellness Coach,
    Be Your Best with Coach Benita

    Josh Brody

    Trust Counsel,
    NYSARC Trust Services

    Valerie Bogart

    Of Counsel,
    Evelyn Frank Legal Resources Program at New York Legal Assistance Group

    Joseph Twardy

    President, Health Plans; Chief Administrative Officer,
    Nascentia Health

    Lee Kindlon

    Albany County District Attorney

    Beth Finkel

    State Director,
    AARP New York

    Robert Vandy

    President,
    Advisors Insurance Brokers

    Shawn Britt

    Director, LTC Initiatives,
    Advanced Consulting Group, Nationwide

    Anne Sansevero

    Co-Founder,
    Holistic HomeCare Associates

    Andre Lingham

    CEO,
    Safe Aging Strategies, Inc.

    Paul Belitsis, CPA

    COO/CFO,
    Promenade Senior Living

    DIANE MICKLE GOTEBIOWSKI, PT, DPT

    Vice President,
    EverHome Care Advisors

    Sandra Sullivan-Smith

    Vice President of Residential Services for St. Peter’s Health Partners, The Eddy

    Testimonials

    “I am so happy to be exposed to all these industry giants and knowing that I am “catching up” with some of them.”

    “Informative and valuable. Thought provoking.”

    “Presentations were excellent in every way and covered a large volume of critical information comfortably in the time available. The posted material was appreciated.”

    “The content was compelling. The Q&A was very strong and valuable and the interaction between the presenters was valuable.”

    “I cannot say how much I look forward to this Forum each year. We all need to keep up with current issues.”

    “Presentations were excellent in every way and covered a large volume of critical information comfortably in the time available. Posted material appreciated.”

    “Presenters were particularly helpful in their explanations of financial issues because of the details on which they elaborated.”

    “Material was clearly presented. Knowledgeable panel. Useful material that can be utilized in my work as well as in personal financial planning.”

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