William G Cherbonnier Jr

PRO

William G Cherbonnier Jr

also known as Bill Cherbonnier

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 52 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Gretna, LA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Bankruptcy & Debt, Probate ... +5 more

2550 Belle Chasse Hwy Ste 215, Gretna, LA

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About William

Biography

Experienced trial lawyer and consumer advocate, call for a free consultation

Experienced trial lawyer and consumer advocate, call for a free consultation

Experienced trial lawyer and consumer advocate, call for a free consultation

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 14%

14%
Business 14%

14%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 14%

14%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 14%

14%
Litigation 14%

14%
Personal Injury 14%

14%
Probate 14%

14%
Other 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024
Gold Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 52 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1973

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Caluda Group, LLC

2550 Belle Chasse Hwy Ste 215, Gretna, LA, 70053-6758

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The Caluda Group, LLC

3232 Edenborn Ave, Metairie, LA, 70002

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William G Cherbonnier Jr's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Patrick | August 29, 2024 | Consumer Protection

Fights for the people!

I consulted with Bill regarding a potential case of being defrauded by a large local business. His wisdom is clearly based on over 50 years of legal experience, but his compassion is what sets him apart. I've you've been wronged, Bill is the one you want fighting for you.

Posted by Deborah | June 27, 2024 | Probate

WEALTH of KNOWLEDGE and COMPASSION

Today I spoke with Mr. Cherbonnier about several legal issues from Succession to Bankruptcy, but mainly how to handle a written agreement with my nextdoor neighbor for daily elder care where payment is to be from the sale of her property that I believe she isn't going to honor. His intellect was easi...ly noticed, but what was more astounding was the compassion and sincere interest he showed in guiding me to my best possible avenue for recourse. I can't thank him enough for the time he spent with me. Do yourself a favor and contact Mr. Cherbonnier for your legal needs! You will quickly learn that he LISTENS and is a truly caring person. There's no doubt he will correctly handle your issue to completion. THANK YOU AGAIN !! Deborah H

Posted by Wataru | April 20, 2021 | Debt Collection

Best lawyer

William G Cherbonnier Jr is not only a great experienced lawyer, but also excellent human who has passion to help people. I was in trouble about my wife’s medical bill which we had never been claimed for 2 years because the hospital where my wife was hospitalized had sent the bill to the wrong addres...s. It was too late to file a claim to the insurance company at that time due to their policy which accepts a claim within 18 month after service is provided. The hospital’s billing department told me that I was responsible for entire bill even though they had sent the bill wrong address. I was really upset and depressed about why I had to pay the bill even though I had health insurance. Then I had an opportunity to talk to William G Cherbonnier Jr. He consulted my case and encouraged to fight, so I decided not to pay. After I received a document from a debt collector, I visited him again. He let me in his office without an appointment, looked at the document and called them. After hanging up, he said that they wouldn’t call me again and they stopped me in fact. He didn’t charge anything from me. Only he requested to me was inviting him to the restaurant where I work which I willing to do it. After all I was really lucky and happy to meet This Excellent lawyer William G Cherbonnier Jr. . If someone need help, I strongly recommend William G Cherbonnier Jr. He deserves more than 5 stars.

Posted by Durwood | June 19, 2019 | Debt Collection

William G. Cherbonnier is an advocate for the average family

Attorney William G. Cherbonnier is an experienced New Orleans based attorney who proved to me he is a genuine consumer advocate. My family and I were displaced during Hurricane Katrina. We suffered tremendous loses. During a series of unfortunate events we lost our New Orleans home to a bank, I will ...not name. Now, in 2019, the statute of limitations has expired on a particular 2006 debt I defaulted on during the Housing crisis of 2008. I called several law firms and attorneys seeking someone to represent me to have the debt canceled because the six-year statute of limitations has expired. It was frustrating. No attorney would give me the time of day unless I put up a retainer first. They gave the impression they couldn’t be bothered because there wasn’t enough profit in defending my rights as a consumer. Now, I’m not saying all attorneys are greedy, but the ones I spoke to left me with that impression. Then, I made a cold call to Mr. Cherbonnier’s office. He answered the phone, asked a few questions, then proceeded over the next 30 minutes to help me better understand my legal position and the pros and cons of my case. He was very generous with his deep knowledge and his valuable time. I had been under a tremendous amount of stress. Just speaking with someone about my problem that was so generous, kind and professional, gave me hope. Although I didn’t hire him—he said he’d love to take my case but his expenses traveling back and forth to my Parish would only add to my costs unnecessarily—he advised me instead to seek an attorney in the Parish where I live. Also, local relationships can be very important in some cases. Nevertheless, if I’m ever in need of an attorney in New Orleans, William G. Cherbonnier will be my first call. Trust that most lawyers would rather represent big banks. However, William G. Cherbonnier is an advocate for the average family. I highly recommend him!

Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2017 | Probate

Free consultation save me thousands

The honesty and integrity of Bill Cherbonnier is unbelievable in today’s world but my free consultation in opening a succession would have cost me $2500 unrefundable had I hired the several attorneys I called prior to contacting Bill Cherbonnier. Bill was the only attorney who went above and beyond ...in my free consultation, that checked with the Court to see if a succession on my fathers estate had been open and it had open and possession was granted. He could had taken my $2500 and then told me this information but I thank him for his honesty because the other attorneys chose not to check with the Court before their retainer was paid in full. The gesture of honesty proved that all attorneys aren’t in it just for the money but truly care about the people they serve. Thanks again Bill - Sacramento CA

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2023

Certificate of Appreciation, Southeast Louisiana Legal Services

2017

Pro Bono Publico Award, Louisiana State Bar Association

2016

Distinguished Service Award, Pro Bono Project of New Orleans

2015

Pro Bono Publico Award, Louisiana State Bar Association

2015

LSBA Century Award, Louisiana State Bar Association

2014

LSBA Century Award, Louisiana State Bar Association

2013

Honor Roll, Pro Bono Project of New Orleans

2011

Pro Bono Century Award, Louisiana State Bar Association

2010

LSBA Century Award, Louisiana State Bar Association

2008

Distinguished Service Award, Pro Bono Project of New Orleans

2007

Distinguished Service Award, Pro Bono Project of New Orleans

2006

Distinguished Service Award, Pro Bono Project of New Orleans

1998

Pro Bono Volunteer of the Year, Pro Bono Project of New Orleans

1992

Volunteer Support Award, Loyola Law School Clinic

1991

Distinguished Service Award, Pro Bono Project of New Orleans

N/A

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Attorney, The Caluda Group, LLC

1900 - Present

Member, William G. Cherbonnier, Attorney at Law

1973 - 2019

Managing Partner, William G. Cherbonnier Attorney at Law, L.L.C.

Associations

2022 - Present

New Orleans Bar Association

Member

2021 - Present

Judge Jerry A. Brown Louisiana Bankruptcy American Inn of Court

Master of the Bench

2020 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Jefferson Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA)

Member

2000 - Present

National Association of Chapter Thirteen Trustees (NACTT)

Member

1999 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA)

Member

1977 - Present

Louisiana Association for Justice (LAJ)

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Cypress Fin. Recoveries, LLC v. Schouest

Won

FIA Card Services vs. Weaver

Won

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Education

1973

Tulane University Law School

J.D.

Speaking Engagements

2024

Fifth Circuit Bankruptcy Bench-Bar Conference To Liquidate or Not To Liquidate: What’s Best for the Client?

2023

2014

Solo and Small Firm Conference

Debt Relief 101: Essential Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 For the Non-Bankruptcy Attorney

2012

2009

CLE à la Carte

(Almost) Everything a Trial Lawyer Needs to Know About Bankruptcy

2008

Federal Bar Association Annual Bankruptcy Seminar

Bankruptcy and Consumer Law for Non-Specialists

Publications

Languages

English

French

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