Jana McConnaughhay is Board Certified in Elder Law by the Florida Bar. She is a Tallahassee native, who received a B.A. in Accounting, with honors, from Furman University and her J.D. from the Vanderbilt University School of Law, where she won the K. Harlan Dodson Moot Court Award for outstanding service to the Moot Court program. Ms. McConnaughhay is a past Chair of the Board of Directors of the Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar, and continues to serve on its Joint Public Policy Task Force for the Elderly and Disabled. She is on the Board of Directors for the Community Foundation of North Florida, the Leon High School Foundation, the Capital City Bank Community Board, and the Florida Bar’s Grievance Committee for the Second Judicial Circuit.
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About Tallahassee, Florida
Tallahassee, a city located in the state of Florida (FL), is home to a population of approximately 258,696 people. Tallahassee boasts a median age of 27.6, with around 15.7% of its residents aged 60 or above. 4.7% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 10.9% of Tallahassee residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $52,899, while the unemployment rate stands at 6.5%, and around 24.3% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in Tallahassee is $255,845, with a monthly rent averaging $1165.
About Elder Law
Elder law is a specialized area of law that focuses on the legal needs and concerns of aging adults, typically those over the age of 65. It covers a wide range of legal and practical issues that affect seniors, their caretakers, and family members. The primary goal of elder law is to provide holistic legal advice and support to older adults and those who are disabled, allowing them to preserve and protect their rights, values, and interests.
Elder law is not limited to any specific legal problem but rather focuses on the specific needs and challenges faced by the elderly population. The field of elder law aims to ensure that seniors have access to the necessary legal protections and support to enhance their quality of life and overall well-being.
What is an Elder Law Attorney?
Elder law attorneys specialize in addressing various legal matters related to aging, including estate planning, retirement benefits, health care planning, long-term care options, capacity and decision-making, public benefits, conservatorship, and administration of estates. They provide guidance and assistance in navigating complex legal processes and ensure that the unique needs and concerns of older individuals are met.