Our Services

Legal Services for Seniors assists Monterey County residents age 60 and older with legal issues that may affect their housing, safety, financial security, health care decisions, and independence.

Practice Areas

  • PHYSICAL & FINANCIAL ELDER ABUSE

    We help seniors understand their rights and take steps to protect themselves from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and financial fraud.

  • LANDLORD & TENANT ISSUES

    We assist seniors with housing-related legal concerns that may affect their ability to remain safely and stably housed.

  • STATE & FEDERAL BENEFITS ISSUES

    We help seniors address legal problems related to public benefits and programs that support their health, housing, and financial stability.

  • SMALL CLAIMS ASSISTANCE

    We provide guidance to seniors navigating the small claims process and paperwork.

  • GUARDIANSHIPS & LIMITED CONSERVATORSHIPS

    We assist with select guardianship and limited conservatorship matters involving the care, safety, and legal needs of vulnerable individuals.

  • CONSUMER LAW

    We assist seniors with legal issues involving scams, unfair business practices, contracts, and other consumer-related concerns.

  • WILLS

    We help seniors prepare basic estate planning documents so their wishes are clearly stated and their loved ones have guidance for the future.

  • POWERS OF ATTORNEY

    We assist seniors with planning documents that allow a trusted person to help manage financial or legal matters when needed.

  • ADVANCE HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVES

    We help seniors document their health care wishes and choose a trusted person to make medical decisions if they are unable to speak for themselves.