Valerie Barbon Gernhauser
Valerie Barbon Gernhauser
New Orleans Estate Planning Attorney and Founding Partner – Barbon Gernhauser Law
Ms. Gernhauser founded Barbon Gernhauser Law to help Louisiana families plan with confidence and clarity for every chapter of life. Her practice focuses on estate planning, wills, trusts, successions, real estate law and strategic asset protection, combining compassionate counsel with meticulous legal precision.
As a mother of five, Valerie understands that life’s legal decisions are deeply personal. She guides clients through the complexities of planning with empathy, patience, and a focus on long-term peace of mind, ensuring every plan reflects both legal integrity and family values.
Experience and Credentials
Valerie earned her Juris Doctor from Tulane University Law School and her Bachelor of Arts in History and Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations from Yale University. She was admitted to the Louisiana Bar in 2010, authorized to practice before all Louisiana state courts and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana.
Before founding her firm, Valerie built a nationally recognized career advising families and businesses on major financial commitments, guiding high-value private clients through multimillion-dollar projects and business ventures across the country. She has also served as a speaker on financial planning, entrepreneurship, and strategic decision-making for national audiences.
Her ability to translate complex legal and financial concepts into clear, confident decisions is what makes her both trusted counsel and a steady ally for her clients.
A New Orleans Estate Planning Attorney With A Holistic Approach to Planning
At Barbon Gernhauser Law, we believe faithful New Orleans estate planning goes beyond paperwork. Valerie’s approach reflects a belief that law is not just about assets: it’s about people, values, and legacy.
Her counsel weaves together legal precision, family understanding, and financial awareness to help clients:
- Protect what they’ve built
- Provide for the people they love
- Preserve peace across generations
- Through her affiliated company, Iris Title Co., Valerie extends her service to provide title, closing, and escrow support, offering clients a seamless experience from estate planning to property transfer.
Rooted in Louisiana, New Orleans Estate Planning Attorney Focused on Protecting Families and Preserving Legacy
A resident of River Ridge, Louisiana, Valerie’s work is grounded in community and built for longevity. She serves families and business owners across Jefferson, Orleans, St. Tammany, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, Terrebonne, Tangipahoa, Ascension, Livingston, Cocodrie, and East Baton Rouge Parishes, offering thoughtful guidance that bridges practical law and genuine care.
“Every client deserves clarity, not confusion, and every plan deserves the dignity of purpose. My role is to protect your peace and help you shape your legacy with confidence.”
– Valerie Barbon Gernhauser
