Two hundred and fifty thousand of America's practicing lawyers are 55 or older, a number that will triple in the next two decades. Most are "dementia free"; however, statistics tell a shocking story: one out of 8 people 65 and older suffers from Alzheimer's. Many more experience age-related impairment that reduces competency, judgment and diligence. This issue of TCL takes a look at the topic of the aging of the profession: What are the ethical obligations that arise when older lawyers can't comply with the rules of professional responsibility? What is our responsibility when they unwittingly provide inadequate legal service to clients? How can we help preserve the dignity of aging colleagues? How do we continue to benefit from their wisdom and experience? Finally, how can recent breakthroughs in neuropsychology help us control our own aging so that we age well?  More...