About Us

Our Mission

Legal Services for Seniors protects the rights, dignity, and independence of Monterey County residents age 60 and older by providing no-cost legal assistance, advocacy, and education. Our work helps seniors address legal issues that may impact their housing, financial security, health care decisions, and peace of mind.

Our History

For more than 40 years, Legal Services for Seniors has been a trusted nonprofit resource for older adults throughout Monterey County. What began as a response to the legal needs of local seniors has grown into a countywide organization providing direct legal assistance, community education, and advocacy to help seniors remain safe, informed, and independent.

Our Approach

Legal Services for Seniors provides compassionate, client-centered legal support tailored to the unique needs of older adults. We offer clear guidance, respectful advocacy, and practical solutions to help seniors protect their homes, safety, financial security, and independence.

Through direct legal assistance, education, prevention, and community partnerships, we work to ensure Monterey County seniors feel informed, supported, and empowered.

Meet the Team

  • Teri Scarlett

    Executive Director

  • Victoria Miranda

    Deputy Director/Attorney

  • David Ramsey

    Attorney

  • Albert Maldonado

    Volunteer Attorney

  • Gerardo Virgen

    Attorney

  • Vicky Canepa

    Outreach Coordinator & Legal Advocate

  • Jocelyn Rivera

    Legal Services Coordinator

  • Nikki Rossi

    Grants Coordinator & Legal Advocate

  • Brittney Scarlett

    Development Coordinator & Paralegal

  • Dhalilla Trejo-Tapia

    Legal Advocate

  • Yvette Vazquez

    Legal Advocate

Board of Directors

  • William Falor

    President

  • Cat Mineo

    Vice President

  • Alex Black

    Treasurer

  • Tara Clemens

    Secretary

Directors

  • Aimee Fuller-Cuda

  • Christopher M. Long

  • Maizie Blake

  • Sierra Rhodes

  • Heidi Schake

Council of Advisors

  • Henry Carrasco

  • Gregory Chilton

  • Carol Kolb

  • Carol Hilburn

  • Liza Horvath

  • Robert L. House

  • Lynn Lozier

  • Don Leach

  • Timothy J. Minor

  • Albert J. Nicora

  • Stephen W. Pearson

  • Marian Penn

  • Ralph W. Thompson, III