Best Defamation, Libel & Slander Lawyers in San Luis Obispo, CA

24 firms listed · 12 in San Luis Obispo · 4 open 24/7 · 6 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 17, 2026

Hutkin LAW Firm

Hutkin LAW Firm

(6)
  • Pay
  • Settlement
  • Subjective Right
“He obtained an excellent and fair settlement for me which I was able to use as part of my down payment on a home I purchased.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2005
Se Habla Español
1220 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA
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Employer Advocates Group

Employer Advocates Group

(2)
“This firm helped me through filing the IRS Form SS-8 which determines whether your business qualifies meeting all the requirements to give workers a 1099 Misc verses a W-2.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2005
735 Tank Farm Rd #130-B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Carmel & Naccasha

Carmel & Naccasha

(7)
“I was especially impressed when she consulted with others in the firm to be certain her writings, research, and conclusions were meticulous and accurate.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2007
Transparent Fees & Pricing
694 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Attala Law

Attala Law

(10)
“Professional, knowledgeable, and insightful, Attala Law has helped us numerous times through setting up trusts, maneuvering probate, and recommending outside sources when necessary.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2011
1502 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA
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Gillett Law

Gillett Law

(16)
  • Reading
  • Court
  • Decision
“Have had a case with the SLO family court for 6 years and have gone through 5 attorneys and the 3 months I have been working with Greg Gillett, my case has improved 10 fold!”
Family Business
In Business Since 2004
1042 Palm St 2nd Floor, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Casciola & Galambos

Casciola & Galambos

(5)
  • Office
“The best defence attorney SLO county has to offer.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1983
Free Initial Consultation
1042 Palm St Suite 201, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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The 24 firms listed for San Luis Obispo, CA take on defamation, libel and slander matters for people and businesses. What each states about claimant work, media defense and reputation cases comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: San Luis Obispo, CA

Of the 24 firms we list here, 12 are in San Luis Obispo itself and 12 come from towns including Ventura (2, 104 mi), Atascadero (1, 1 mi) and Morro Bay (1, 12 mi). 23 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 3.9 to 5.0 across 713 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), responsiveness (87%) and quality (81%). 4 are open around the clock; 6 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are wrongful termination (3), business law (2), car accidents (2), estate planning (2) and pedestrian accidents (2). 10 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 23 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 45 years. 4 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers remote or virtual consultations; 8 offer a free initial consultation; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Which defamation firms listed for San Luis Obispo describe their media work online?

23 of the 24 firms on this page have a website on file, and most say whether they act for claimants, for publishers, or for both. That one fact tells you more than the size of the firm does. Reputation claims and speech defense sit on opposite sides of the same practice area.

Andre, Morris & Buttery

Andre, Morris & Buttery

(3)
“As past president of the SLO County Bar Association (SLOBA), and a past president of the Women Lawyers Association (WLA) of SLO County, and as the owner of a criminal defense law firm in SLO County, the Stein-Conaway Law Firm, P.”
In Business Since 1997
1102 Laurel Ln, San Luis Obispo, CA
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Snyder & Shaw

Snyder & Shaw

(1)
In Business Since 2022
3196 S Higuera St STE E, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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The Law Offices of Daniel J. Knight

The Law Offices of Daniel J. Knight

(1)
“Dan is always willing to consult with those I send his way .”
Family Business
In Business Since 2016
1103 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Law Office of Stewart D. Jenkins

Law Office of Stewart D. Jenkins

(1)
“Expert representation.”
Accepts Check, Cash
In Business Since 1981
1336 Morro St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Schubert P Terence

Schubert P Terence

(4)
“Cares more about integrity and doing the right thing than getting money.”
In Business Since 2006
1254 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Edwin J. Rambuski Law Offices

Edwin J. Rambuski Law Offices

““The entire staff at Edwin's office has been outstanding to work with! They have been handling all of our companies' legal issues for more than fifteen years and we have found them to be diligent, accurate, and aggressive when needed. I would highly ...”
In Business Since 1993
1401 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Simas & Associates

Simas & Associates

(2)
“Simas and his team have helped me for four years with a veterinary medical board case with a positive outcome.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2005
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Law Offices of Jane Heath

Law Offices of Jane Heath

(3)
“Any time there is a problem, you should have Jane in your corner; experienced, resourceful and knows her stuff!”
In Business Since 2015
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Law Office of Susan J. Salehi

Law Office of Susan J. Salehi

(3)
“The attorney responded to my questions promptly and effectively at all times.”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts Cash, Paypal
In Business Since 1995
Remote Consultations Available
3639 E Harbor Blvd #103, Ventura, CA
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Lessem, Newstat & Tooson

Lessem, Newstat & Tooson

(7)
“He answered anything I asked and informed me about things I didn't know about, if anything I believe my procrastination was the only thing to slow him down.”
In Business Since 2011
789 S Victoria Ave UNIT 200, Ventura, CA
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Employment Lawyers Group

Employment Lawyers Group

(14)
  • Advice
  • Law Firm
  • Case
“Employment Lawyer Group supported us throughout the process, answered all our questions, succeeded in our legal case, and contacted us on several occasions.”
In Business Since 2012
4030 W Hemlock St, Oxnard, CA
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Dolan Law Firm

Dolan Law Firm

(48)
  • Settlement
  • Information
  • Meeting
“I am very pleased with the progress that has been made my questions were answered and the professionalism of Mercedes was greatly appreciated I would recommend Dolan to friends and family”
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 1998
Emergency Services
1438 Market St, San Francisco, CA
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Steven M Sweat, Personal Injury Lawyers

Steven M Sweat, Personal Injury Lawyers

(46)
  • Money
  • Treatment
  • Car
“Navigating the whole legal system itself is complicated, but having Steve there to help you means that you will be super comfortable throughout the whole process, and when all is said and done, you will be SUPER happy with the results!”
Emergency Services
BBB Rating: A+
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2001
11500 W Olympic Blvd #488, Los Angeles, CA
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Kazmi & Sakata Attorneys at Law

Kazmi & Sakata Attorneys at Law

(49)
  • h1b
  • Immigration Lawyer
  • Fees
“I had the privilege of working with Harun Kazmi at Kazmi & Sakata Attorneys at Law for several years, and my experience with their immigration services has been nothing short of exceptional.”
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 2008
Accepts Debit, Travelers checks, All Major Credit Cards, Cash, Check
4909 Murphy Canyon Rd #400, San Diego, CA
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Sessions & Kimball

Sessions & Kimball

(47)
  • Questions
  • Results
  • Right
“She has a very selfless way about taking the extra time to clearly explain complicated subject matters and how to navigate the legal process for filing employment claims and the various legal proceedings.”
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2002
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
23456 Madero #170, Mission Viejo, CA
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The Wagner Law Group, A.p.c

The Wagner Law Group, A.p.c

(47)
  • Results
  • Paralegal
  • Case
“He explained with great detail each step that we would need to take to get a decent settlement when all this was over, luckily I didn't have to stress too much about it since he took care of most of the work.”
Emergency Services
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1996
Free Initial Consultation
1111 E Herndon Ave #317, Fresno, CA
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Law Offices of Michael C. Murphy

Law Offices of Michael C. Murphy

(10)
  • Case
  • Personal Injury
“I wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking a team that not only delivers results but also genuinely cares about their clients' well-being throughout the legal process.”
Coupons & Offers
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1996
Free Initial Consultation
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Rise Law Firm

Rise Law Firm

(45)
  • Trust
  • Feel
  • Mediation
“The outcome of my case was more than I could have expected, and I'm able to put this employment issue behind me and move forward with my life knowing that this issue wasn't my fault, and provided me resources to launch into a new career.”
Emergency Services
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2010
Free Initial Consultation
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Defamation and First Amendment Litigation Services in San Luis Obispo, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1008
Maximum cost
$9574
National Average
$2016
Avg Per Hour Rates
$303
$1512
$2520
Average price range is based on 301 cost profiles
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Average Cost $2016
Minimum cost $1008
Maximum cost $9574
Avg Per Hour Rates $303

Average range $1512 to $2520 is based on 301 cost profiles.

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