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The Conversation That Changes Things

A woman holding a folder discusses documents with a seated man; illustrative stock consultation.

October 11, 2026

Clarify client identity, scope, instructions, communications and conflicts before relying on a lawyer in a probate or trust matter.
Judith Zaffirini in an archival photograph by Gonzalo Serrano.

October 9, 2026

Judith Zaffirini’s 2019 guardianship reform gave Texas courts tools to audit accounts and flag possible exploitation. What the program does, and where follow-up matters.
Nina Kohn testifying before the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging on April 18, 2018.

October 2, 2026

Nina Kohn’s Senate testimony and model-law work confront excessive guardianship powers, unreasonable fees and weak oversight. A Friday Heroes profile.
Diane Dimond in a Friday Heroes graphic titled Exposing Guardianship Abuse

September 25, 2026

Diane Dimond investigates guardianship abuse, financial exploitation and failures of court oversight. Our Friday Heroes profile examines her documented work.