Eric J. Derbes

The Derbes Law Firm, LLC was founded in 1995 by Albert J. Derbes, III and Albert J. Derbes, IV, with Eric Derbes joining later that year. Located in Metairie, Louisiana, the firm advises individuals and entities across a spectrum of practice areas, primarily focusing on business, bankruptcy, estate planning, successions, and other financial matters. The firm represents a diverse clientele in both litigation and transactional contexts.

With a foundational motto of "Derbes Law means Business," the firm's attorneys draw upon broad backgrounds in business law. The team includes attorneys with significant experience, such as a Chapter 7 bankruptcy Trustee for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court and lawyers with decades of bankruptcy expertise. The firm adopted digital operations early, which allowed for effective remote work and client service during events like Hurricane Katrina and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Derbes Law Firm maintains an active presence in the legal community, with several attorneys holding leadership positions, including past presidents and a current vice president of the Jefferson Bar Association. Attorneys are also involved in local chapters of the American Inns of Court, promoting civility and professionalism. Beyond legal circles, the firm and its members contribute to the community through pro bono work, charitable initiatives, and participation in fundraising events, reflecting a commitment to broader community engagement.