We are the only legal services organization in San Francisco that exclusively serves older adults and people with disabilities. This vulnerable population of San Franciscans deserves specialized services and fierce advocates who know how to navigate the legal system and protect their right to live with independence and dignity. Because we are experienced litigators, we are willing to push our cases to trial when needed and to develop innovative legal arguments that advance justice for our clients. Our committed staff provides the highest quality of legal services.

Our holistic approach to our mission is key to the effectiveness of our services. Because our attorneys work closely and collaboratively, they can tap into the expertise of our entire legal team to address multiple legal issues that our vulnerable clients face. We also connect clients with vital social services that ensures more sustainable outcomes.

Our lawyering approach is creative and resourceful. Even when the challenges are great and the legal avenues uncertain, we won’t be discouraged. We are smart, we are outraged, we work hard, and we are determined to stand up for our clients’ rights. And we have the skills to do it.

Our Mission

Legal Assistance to the Elderly’s mission is to protect and advance the right of San Francisco’s seniors and adults with disabilities to be housed, healthy, financially stable, and safe.

San Francisco’s astronomical rise in evictions is hitting our city’s senior and disabled residents especially hard. LAE provides free full-scope representation to elderly and disabled residents, many on limited incomes, who urgently need our help.

LAE is often the last chance for our clients to save a home, stop financial or physical elder abuse, or retain vital benefits. More than ever, there is an increasing need for our services.