Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation
Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation is a new podcast that brings to life the stories, struggles, and successes at the intersection of aging, justice, and compassion. Produced by Elder Law & Advocacy, a nonprofit law firm serving seniors throughout Southern California, the series invites listeners to explore the legal and human dimensions of topics such as financial elder abuse, end of life planning, and common legal issues affecting seniors. Each episode will delve into real-world cases and community issues that shape the lives of older adults and their families—told through the voices of those on the front lines. Listeners will hear from attorneys, law enforcement, case workers, and occasionally clients themselves, as they discuss how the legal system can both protect and empower vulnerable seniors. The podcast examines not only how abuse occurs, but how collaboration, advocacy, and persistence can restore dignity and safety. From navigating capacity issues to understanding systemic barriers in long-term care, each conversation illuminates the challenges—and the hope—within this critical area of public service. The Conversation also opens a broader dialogue about what it means to age in today’s world. Episodes will explore leadership and innovation within the nonprofit sector, featuring executive directors and advocates tackling issues like implementation of technology to improve access, and funding challenges. With honesty, empathy, and expertise, Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation aims to educate, inspire, and connect those who care about protecting our elders and strengthening the systems that serve them.
Episodes
Abuse cases - whether domestic violence, child abuse, or elder abuse - require more than just prosecution. They require coordinated, compassionate support for victims.
In this episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, Caleb sits down with Claudia Grasso, Deputy District Attorney with the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office and Executive Director of One Safe Place, the North County Family Justice Center.
Claudia...
Cryptocurrency fraud is one of the fastest-growing threats today, and scammers are targeting vulnerable older adults.
In this episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, Jaime Levine sits down with Chris Groshong, Certified Fraud Investigator and founder of the Crypto Recovery Alliance, to break down how crypto scams work, why they are so difficult to trace, and what victims and families can do after funds are stolen.
Ch...
In this episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, host Jaime Levine sits down with Scott Pirrello, Head of Elder Abuse Prosecution at the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office and a leading national expert on elder fraud and scams.
Pirrello is at the forefront of the fight against elder abuse, spearheading efforts to investigate and prosecute crimes targeting older adults. As a central figure in San Diego’s respo...
In the newest episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, Jenna MacRae speaks with Madison Kovall about the programs and legal services offered by Elder Law & Advocacy and how they support older adults across San Diego County.
The conversation explores how EL&A helps older adults navigate a wide range of legal challenges, including public benefits issues, landlord-tenant disputes, scams, and consumer fraud. They ...
In the newest episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, Jenna MacRae sits down with Amanda Jane Austin, Staff Attorney and Legal Volunteer Coordinator at Elder Law & Advocacy.
Amanda shares her journey from working as a Barrister for the UK government to advocating for older adults in San Diego. She also discusses how volunteers and interns play a critical role in expanding legal services for older adults and what ...
What does elder law look like in Imperial County and throughout rural California?
In this episode, Jaime Levine sits down with Alan Azevedo-McCaffrey, Staff Attorney at Elder Law & Advocacy, to share what it’s really like working directly with seniors in rural communities where access to legal help can be limited.
Alan discusses the unique challenges older adults face in places like Imperial County, the types of legal issues th...
We’re joined by Ann Vu, Volunteer Attorney with Elder Law & Advocacy, for an in-depth conversation on senior debt negotiation, elder rights, and language access in legal services.
Ann shares her experience working with Spanish-speaking seniors, highlighting why culturally competent support and strong translation processes are essential to understanding clients’ stories, protecting their rights, and helping older adults navigate...
Attorneys Caleb Logan and Jaime Levine continue their conversation by deep diving into the real stories behind the cases shaping senior protections in California in 2026. Through detailed case breakdowns, they explore how moments of elder abuse, financial exploitation, and legal injustice become turning points that drive change in the law.
This episode takes listeners deep into key 2025 cases, unpacking the people, conflicts, and l...
Tune in as attorneys Caleb Logan and Jaime Levine break down key California legislation enacted in 2025 that is already shaping how seniors are being legally protected in 2026 and beyond.
They discuss new and existing laws designed to prevent elder abuse and financial exploitation, how recent legal changes impact senior clients and their communities, and the growing role of advocacy organizations like the California Low Income Cons...
In this episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, host David Shwartz, attorney at Elder Law & Advocacy, is joined by Madison Kovall, a San Diego–based tenant rights attorney, to unpack an important San Diego City ordinance that changes how utility fees are regulated in rental housing - and what those changes mean for senior tenants.
Together, they explore how updates to local housing policy can affect older adults,...
In this episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, Bryan Devore joins the show to share his mission to improve the quality of life for older adults and help more seniors age safely and independently at home. Bryan serves as Board President of the San Diego Council on Aging, is a longtime Board Member of ElderHelp of San Diego, and leads the Senior Division at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties.
In thi...
In this episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, Attorney Tony Chicotel shares his powerful journey as an advocate working to improve the quality of life in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and memory care communities. Tony discusses the challenges residents face inside long-term care, the progress driven by legal advocacy and policy reform, and the critical work still needed to protect vulnerable older adul...
In this episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, Attorney Ann Vue reflects on her two years of volunteering with Elder Law & Advocacy and the powerful impact of serving seniors in need. Ann shares what it’s like to work directly with vulnerable older adults, the challenges they face navigating legal issues, and why this work has become one of the most meaningful parts of her career.
She talks about the client stor...
In this episode, Attorney Andrew Thompson, a leading advocate for nursing home residents and their families, breaks down the realities of elder neglect, nursing home abuse, and the legal responsibilities long-term care facilities must uphold. Andrew explains how to recognize the early warning signs of neglect, what families should document, and the most common violations of elder care standards that attorneys see in both assisted ...
In this premiere episode of Elder Law & Advocacy: The Conversation, Executive Director and Supervising Attorney Jaime Levine sits down with Attorney Caleb Logan to uncover the realities of elder abuse, financial fraud, and senior scams affecting older adults today.
Caleb shares insights from his experience litigating cases against nursing homes, banks, and fraudsters who target seniors, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how ...
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