Atty. Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin

Atty. Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin

Jeff Barbin practices in the areas of commercial and industrial real estate and finance. He has extensive experience in corporate, transactional and regulatory matters related to casino gaming.

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About Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin at a glance

Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin is a entertainment attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Admitted to practice in Louisiana, Louisiana. Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1998) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jeff Barbin practices in the areas of commercial and industrial real estate and finance
  • He has extensive experience in corporate, transactional and regulatory matters related to casino gaming
  • He counsels developers and operators on acquisitions, site development, financing and disposition
  • He has focused on gaming transactions requiring local gaming regulatory approvals and other complex transactional and regulatory matters, often working closely with the firm’s gaming lawyers in Mississippi to achieve efficiencies for the client in both jurisdictions
  • In this context, he has represented casino operators, management, investors, lenders, manufacturers and other vendors in their Louisiana gaming regulatory matters
  • Jeff’s practice also involves working on the development of Louisiana banking forms, business entity formation, stock sales and entity mergers, alcohol licensing and other general business matters
  • He is also counsel to several municipal bodies in Louisiana
  • He currently serves as the Practice Coordinator for the Baton Rouge Business Group and on the Board of Trustees for the International Association of Gaming Advisors

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baton Rouge are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin

Where is Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin's law office located?
Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin handle?
Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin focuses on entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
Where did Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin go to law school?
Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S., 1992).
How can I contact Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin received?
Jeffrey M. "Jeff" Barbin's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated,.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1998
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1992

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: American's Leading Lawyers for Business
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — - Gaming & Licensing
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — (2016-2021)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Louisiana Super Lawyers list,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — (2019-2020)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Baton Rouge Area Chamber of Commerce - Leadership Baton Rouge
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Forty Under 40 Award,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Greater Baton Rouge Business Report
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — (2009)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Louisiana, Louisiana

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