John Overby

Litigation - Trusts and Estates

4.0 (1 reviews)

New Orleans, Louisiana

22+ years experience

Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann LLC

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

504-581-3200

https://www.bestlawyers.com/lawyers/john-overby/228045

909 Poydras Street, Suite 3150, New Orleans, LA 70112-4042

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Bio

John Overby is an Estate Planning and Administration Specialist, certified by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization. His practice focuses on estate planning, taxation planning, wills and trusts, employment law and general business consulting. He also advises clients on marital agreements, powers of attorney, living wills, special needs trusts, family wealth transfers and the administration of decedents' estates. In his free time, John performs pro bono work through the Pro Bono Project. He previously served on the Board of Governors for the Jefferson Chamber Foundation Academy, a charter school that once provided online learning opportunities to at-risk children. John Overby is an Estate Planning and Administration Specialist, certified by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization. His practice focuses on estate planning, taxation planning, wills and trusts, employment law and general business consulting. He also advises clients on marital agreements, powers of attorney, living wills, special needs trusts, family wealth transfers and the administration of decedents' estates. In his free time, John performs pro bono work through the Pro Bono Project. He previously served on the Board of Governors for the Jefferson Chamber Foundation Academy, a charter school that once provided online learning opportunities to at-risk children. In his free time, John performs pro bono work through the Pro Bono Project. He previously served on the Board of Governors for the Jefferson Chamber Foundation Academy, a charter school that once provided online learning opportunities to at-risk children.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Louisiana

State Capital

Baton Rouge

Highest Court

Louisiana Supreme Court

Bar Association

Louisiana State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$225-$425/hr

Fee Model Notes

Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Trusts and Estates

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Recognized: Trusts and Estates
New Orleans Magazine "Top Lawyer" 2020 - 2023

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025

Education

Georgetown University, L.L.M., Taxation and Certificate in Employee Benefits Law, graduated 2003
Tulane University, J.D., graduated 1996
Louisiana State University, B.A., graduated 1990

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Reviews

Rebecca Rivera

3 months ago

Expert guidance through a complex family trust matter

John Overby provided exceptional counsel as we navigated the restructuring of a family trust with significant tax implications. His deep knowledge, honed over 22 years and backed by his LL.M. in Taxation, was immediately apparent. He clearly explained our options and leveraged his board certification in estate planning to craft a solid strategy. While communication could occasionally be delayed by a day during his busy periods, his thoroughness and the recognition he's received, like being a 'Top Lawyer,' were well-earned. We felt in capable hands.