Estate Planning & Litigation Attorneys Who Know What's at Stake
Most everyone needs a trust. We've litigated poorly written estate plans in court, and we know exactly how to keep your family out of there.
- Free consultations, no pressure
- Flat-fee estate plans with transparent pricing
- Litigators who draft contracts that hold up in court
- Central Coast natives with 30+ years combined experience
- Payment plans available
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No pressure. No jargon. Just honest answers.
Free consultations Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm. Same-week appointments often available.
Better Counsel, Better Results
Our litigation experience informs every contract, trust, and estate plan we write. We know what fails in court because we've argued those cases ourselves.

Trusts & Estate Planning
Most everyone needs a trust. We create living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives that protect your family and avoid probate. Flat-fee pricing. Free consult.
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Business Law
From formation through dispute resolution, we handle contracts, buy-sell agreements, M&A, shareholder disputes, and business litigation. Drafted by litigators who've seen what fails.
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Civil Litigation
Personal injury, auto accidents, wrongful death, slip and fall, and appellate law. We fight for the compensation you deserve and take cases to trial when insurers won't settle fairly.
Learn More →A Different Kind of Law Firm
We bring litigation experience to transactional work, local knowledge to every case, and plain-spoken counsel to every client.
Litigators Who Draft Transactional Docs
Our contracts, trusts, and business agreements are written by attorneys who have argued these documents in court. That perspective eliminates the loopholes that create litigation later.
Central Coast Natives
We grew up here, practice here, and understand the specific legal landscape of San Luis Obispo County, including local courts, local judges, and local business dynamics.
Transparent Pricing & Payment Plans
We offer flat-fee estate planning packages so you know exactly what you're paying upfront. Payment plans are available. No surprise invoices.
Hear from Our Attorneys
Real attorneys. Real answers. Watch a few minutes to understand what makes our approach different.
Services We Provide
Meet Our Founders
Real Results for Real Families
"Tyler and Dustin took our estate planning seriously. They explained everything in plain English, set up our trust quickly, and the pricing was completely transparent. No surprises."
"After our car accident, we had no idea where to start. Tardiff & Saldo walked us through everything, negotiated hard with the insurance company, and got us a settlement we couldn't have gotten alone."
"I needed a business attorney who actually knew California law, not just general contract boilerplate. These guys have tried cases locally. Their contracts reflect that experience."
Attorneys You Can Talk To
Our team is led by Central Coast natives with deep roots in the community and over 30 years of combined experience across all practice areas.
Tyler Saldo
Founding Attorney
Dustin Tardiff
Founding Attorney
Neil Tardiff
Attorney
John
Attorney
Becky Hall
Paralegal
Serving All of SLO County
Our office is based in downtown San Luis Obispo, with a secondary office in Avila Beach. We serve clients throughout the Central Coast.
Don't Wait Until It's Too Late to Protect Your Family
A complete estate plan, solid business contract, or injury claim starts with a free conversation. No jargon, no pressure, just honest guidance from attorneys who've been there.