Thank you for your interest in serving as Chair of the NAELA Foundation Board of Trustees. This application is intended to help the Nominating Committee learn more about your background, NAELA/NAELA Foundation engagement, leadership experience, and vision for the Foundation.

The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Foundation is dedicated to advancing legal services for older adults and people with disabilities through innovative research, impactful scholarship and education, and strategic support for litigation.

The Foundation strives to:
  • Foster research and evidence-based information that addresses emerging issues in elder and special needs law, informs policy, and enhances legal practices.
  • Cultivate a diverse community of next-generation professionals, scholars, and leaders in the field through scholarship and engagement.
  • Support strategic litigation to establish and defend the rights of older adults and people with disabilities, shaping jurisprudence in this critical area of law.

This form allows applicants to edit responses even after submission, up until the deadline.

The deadline for receipt of applications is
5:00 pm ET, Thursday, September 24, 2026.

For questions about Board service or completing the application, please contact Sharon Rodriguez, NAELA's Manager of Governance and Executive Services.

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