National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

“Two members of the board of directors, howard krooks and michael amoruso, have a business relationship.”

“The bylaws were amended such that directors and officers are elected by the nominating committee.”

“Membership is open to attorneys and all those who possess a juris doctorate or equivalent degree and are licensed or authorized to practice law under the jurisdiction of any country. The attorney renders legal services for the benefit of the elderly and people with disabilities or is in an endeavor which encompasses the legal needs of the elderly and people with disabilities. The attorney has an understanding of the aging process and sensitivity to the needs of the elderly and people with disabilities. The attorney is committed to the highest standards of ethics in representing the needs or promoting the welfare of the elderly and people with disabilities. The attorney, as a condition of membership, pledges to support the academy's aspirational standards for the practice of elder law. The aspirational standards can be viewed at www.naela.org. The attorney has knowledge of the aging network and those services available through other agencies which benefit the elderly and people with disabilities, or wishes to gain such knowledge. The attorney has a commitment to positive involvement in the work of the academy and its purposes.”

“Members of the governing body are elected by naela members serving on a nominating committee.”

“The membership also votes on proposed bylaws amendments and questions placed in front of the membership by the board as set out in the bylaws.”

“Preparation of draft by the outside accountants. Review by executive director and counsel. Review by finance committee. Review and approval by board of directors.”

“The board of directors on an annual basis must complete and sign a conflict of interest statement.”

“Annually the executive director presents a report that outlines the accomplishments and challenges of the current fiscal year. The executive director also provides the finance committee with salary and budget information, and benchmarking data from associations of similar size and scope in the washington, d.c., area. To evaluate the executive director, each current member of the board completes the executive director performance evaluation form. Using the collected information, the finance committee completes its evaluation of executive director performance. In executive session, the finance committee discusses options and parameters for adjusting the executive director's salary or other compensation or employee benefits based upon the financial condition of naela, the benchmarking information provided by the executive director, and the executive director's performance based on the report of the finance committee. The past president and treasurer then present the recommendations to the board of directors in executive session. The board discusses and finalizes the written evaluation of the executive director, any changes to the executive director's compensation or benefits, and goals for the executive director. These goals shall be consistent with naela's mission and strategic plan.”

“The executive director reviews the 990 with the assistance of an independent accounting firm preparing the return, also the governing documents, such as the bylaws, are available on the web site. Conflict of interest policies and financial statements are maintained at headquarters and are available upon request.”

“The audit oversight process remains unchanged from the prior year.”