As a former attorney, Valerie keenly understands the paralegal role at a law firm as a member of the Barley Snyder Trusts & Estates Practice Group. Valerie worked as an attorney in Arkansas before shifting gears to a paralegal role when she returned to the workforce after undertaking the role of stay-at-home mother to raise her children. Now in her role as a paralegal, she works in estate administration helping clients secure their future and the future of their families.

Outside of the office, Valerie enjoys photography, reading fiction, traveling, and creating various eclectic artistic projects in her spare time. She also relishes time spent with her 14-year-old daughter and 17-year-old son.