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    We help you plan for the future, protect your assets, and get support services you or a loved one may need.

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    Our background in elder law allows us to help elders in your life qualify for benefits and protect assets.

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    We are committed to helping clients throughout San Ramon and the surrounding areas find the best formation options for their businesses.

  • Guardianship & Conservatorships

    As dedicated guardianship attorneys, we can help individuals who are seeking guardianship over a minor organize and present their case. We can also assist with conservatorship proceedings.

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    We'll help you navigate the complex process of creating a Special Needs Trust in order to care for your special needs child.

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See What Our Clients Have to Say About Our Firm

Dedication is our number one priority when we take a case, our client's well-being is what matters to us most. We will guide you through the entire legal process while fighting for you, and your family's future. Through compassionate and affordable services we have gained unanimous praise from our past clients. Check out our past client testimonials and contact us today to begin reviewing your case with our attorneys.
  • “Ivette Santaella is an experienced, energetic, client-focused attorney...”

    Alay Yajnik, MBA - Certified Business Coach and Trainer

  • “Ivette Santaella is very personable and makes the entire process of creating an estate plan much easier.”

    Tricia H.

  • “[Ivette] is passionate about the law and helping clients understand it.”

    Peer Review

  • “Excellent Attorney!”

    Gabriella G.

  • “My objectives have been realized, and you both were a big part of those accomplishments!”

    F.S.

  • “Broad experience, competence, and integrity.”

    Maria G.

  • “Her work is both competent and superior in every respect.”

    Michael Tate

  • “I only have good things to say about [Ivette].”

    Nikolai P.

  • “Work has been consistently superior.”

    Mike T.

  • “She is truly passionate about what she does, and her integrity is of the highest caliber.”

    Ezequiel R.

  • “Couldn't have asked for anyone better!”

    Vickie Katsifolis

  • “They know what they're doing!!”

    Mike T.

  • “She is very approachable and empathetic.”

    Former Client

  • “Ivette is kind and caring and very knowledgeable.”

    Former Client

  • “Thank you Ivette and Lubna!”

    Forrest S.

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Santaella Legal Group, APC

111 Deerwood Road, Suite 200
San Ramon, CA 94583

Phone: (888) 698-3951

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  • Saturday & Sunday Closed

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