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 Lisa Henderson | August 31, 2022

A highly qualified and professional attorney Mr. Cherbonnier

The purpose of this review is to thank attorney Cherdonnier William for taking the time to review my case and being so gracious to discuss it further. During my conversations with Mr. Cherdonnier, he went above and beyond, which in my opinion is outstanding. Mr. Cherdonnier is a highly respected atto...rney in his field who can help you with any of your legal needs. Mr. Cherdonnier has been practicing law in Southeastern Louisiana since 1973. Furthermore, I would recommend Mr. Cherdonnier to my family and friends for any legal needs, and I am confident he would do the same for you. Thank you very much, Mr. Cherdonnier.

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!

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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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