Leon Rittenberg III

With a practice that spans tax law, estate planning, corporate finance, M&A, maritime transactions, and more, Leon is a go-to attorney for businesses, private investors, physician groups, and family offices across the region.

He holds dual certifications as a:

• Board-Certified Tax Specialist
• Board-Certified Estate Planning & Administration Specialist

His expertise has earned him national recognition:

• Chambers USA, Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers,
• New Orleans Magazine Top Lawyer in M&A, Tax, and Equipment Finance
• Leadership in Law honoree by New Orleans CityBusiness

Beyond the courtroom and boardroom, Leon’s heart is in giving back. In 2024, his family opened the Rittenberg Family Food Pantry at the Ochsner Cancer Institute, providing free, healthy meals to patients and their families. He also received the Jewish Endowment Foundation’s Young Family Award for Professional Excellence, celebrating his leadership and philanthropic spirit.

A proud graduate of Wharton and Tulane Law, Leon brings sharp insight, compassion, and commitment to every client and cause he serves.

Join us in celebrating Leon Rittenberg III and the other fantastic 2025 Role Models at the Awards Evening on October 24, 2025. Learn more at bit.ly/YLCrolemodel.