Kane State's Attorney reappointed to Elder Law Commission

The Illinois Supreme Court reappointed Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie Mosser to the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Elder Law, according to a news release.

The reappointment is effective Jan. 1, 2025, for a second two-year term.

“Protecting the most vulnerable individuals has always been a priority for me,” Mosser said in the release.

“As our population ages, it is critical to ensure our laws and practices are equipped to safeguard these citizens from exploitation,” Mosser said in the release. ”I am proud of the work the commission has accomplished so far, and I look forward to advancing its mission in the coming years.”

The Illinois Supreme Court established the Commission on Elder Law in 2022 to examine how courts can better serve the needs of those in advancing years.

In its first two years, the commission engaged with stakeholders to address emerging issues in elder law, according to the release.

In 2023, it held a series of listening sessions to gather insights from elder law practitioners, legal professionals, caregivers, healthcare workers and family members about the needs of aging individuals.

In 2024, the commission proposed two sets of amendments to the Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct, which govern all lawyers in Illinois.

Both proposals underwent a public hearing in July 2024 and remain under review by the Rules Committee.

One related to a lawyer’s cognitive impairment as a result of alcohol, substance use or mental, cognitive, emotional or psychological reasons.

It included reporting obligations for other lawyers who become aware of a lawyer’s diminished capacity, in addition to other measures.

The other suggested a Supreme Court Rule 111 for education and qualifications requirements of guardians ad litem in guardianship matters.