Civil Judge Campaign | Richard Perque for Civil Judge

Richard is a Louisiana native, attorney, and community leader dedicated to fairness, integrity, and service. A graduate of Loyola New Orleans Undergraduate and Law School, Richard has spent his career standing up for people and families.

Beyond the courtroom, Richard has been deeply involved in civic life. He has served on the Louisiana Human Rights Commission and the City of New Orleans Human Relations Commission, where he worked to protect equal rights and promote justice for all.

As counsel of record in Louisiana’s marriage equality case, Richard helped secure fundamental rights for countless families.

Richard believes that our courts should reflect the values of our community with fairness, respect, and access to justice. As Judge, he will bring experience, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to doing what’s right for every person who comes before the court.

Judicial Experience
Judge Pro Tempore, Civil District Court, Division “B”

In 2022, the Louisiana Supreme Court appointed Richard to serve as Judge Pro Tempore of Division “B” of the Civil District Courts for the Parish of Orleans.

Judge Pro Tempore, Civil District Court, Division “G”

In 2023, the Louisiana Supreme Court appointed Richard to serve as Judge Pro Tempore of Division “G” of the Civil District Courts for the Parish of Orleans.

Special Master, Civil District Court Appointments

With extensive experience in domestic and civil litigation, Richard is trusted by judges to act as Special Master in complex cases.

Legal Experience
Awards

AV® Preeminent™ Peer Rated by Martindale-Hubbell; 2011-Present.

New Orleans Magazine's Top Lawyers; 2012, 2014-2015, and 2022.

Rising Stars by Super Lawyers; 2015-2018.

Super Lawyer; 2019-2023, and 2026.

National Trial Lawyers, Top 40 Under 40; 2016.

Lifetime Member; Best Attorneys in America; 2018-Present.

Trial Experience

Represented over 100 plaintiffs in a class action case at the US District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana.

Presided over jury and bench trials during appointment as Judge Pro Tempore at Civil District Court.

Counsel of record in over 250 cases filed in New Orleans Civil Court.

Litigated cases to judgment in 18 parishes.

Represents civil and domestic clients in Louisiana, Texas, and Massachusetts.

Court Admissions

Admitted to Louisiana State Bar; 2006.

Admitted to Texas State Bar; 2016.

Admitted to Massachusetts State Bar; 2017.

Admitted to practice before all State and Federal Courts in the State of Louisiana; 2006.

Admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court; 2014.

Appointed Assistant Bar Examiner for Civil Code I; 2023.

Community Involvement
Orleans Parish Democratic Executive Committee - Committee Member

OPDEC - a division of Louisiana Democrats is an elected group of diverse people working to raise wages, lower health care costs, improve education, protect voting rights, and create an economy that works for all Louisianans.

Dinerral Shavers Educational Fund (DSEF) / Girls Nola - Board Member

Creating a better community, a safer city, and adequate opportunities for the youth of New Orleans; while also promoting music, art, and education.

Human Rights Commissioner State of Louisiana - Commissioner

In 2016, Governor John Bel Edwards nominated, and the Louisiana State Senate confirmed Richard to serve as a Commissioner to the Louisiana Commission on Human Rights, representing the 2nd District; where he served until 2022.

Judicial Experience
Judge Pro Tempore, Civil District Court, Division “B”

In 2022, the Louisiana Supreme Court appointed Richard to serve as Judge Pro Tempore of Division “B” of the Civil District Courts for the Parish of Orleans.

Judge Pro Tempore, Civil District Court, Division “G”

In 2023, the Louisiana Supreme Court appointed Richard to serve as Judge Pro Tempore of Division “G” of the Civil District Courts for the Parish of Orleans.

Special Master, Civil District Court Appointments

With extensive experience in domestic and civil litigation, Richard is trusted by judges to act as Special Master in complex cases.
Legal Experience
Awards

AV® Preeminent™ Peer Rated by Martindale-Hubbell; 2011-Present.

New Orleans Magazine's Top Lawyers; 2012, 2014-2015, and 2022.

Rising Stars by Super Lawyers; 2015-2018.

Super Lawyer; 2019-2023, and 2026.

National Trial Lawyers, Top 40 Under 40; 2016.

Lifetime Member; Best Attorneys in America; 2018-Present.

Trial Experience

Represented over 100 plaintiffs in a class action case at the US District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana.

Presided over jury and bench trials during appointment as Judge Pro Tempore at Civil District Court.

Counsel of record in over 250 cases filed in New Orleans Civil Court.

Litigated cases to judgment in 18 parishes.

Represents civil and domestic clients in Louisiana, Texas, and Massachusetts.

Court Admissions

Admitted to Louisiana State Bar; 2006.

Admitted to Texas State Bar; 2016.

Admitted to Massachusetts State Bar; 2017.

Admitted to practice before all State and Federal Courts in the State of Louisiana; 2006.

Admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court; 2014.

Appointed Assistant Bar Examiner for Civil Code I; 2023.
Community Involvement
Orleans Parish Democratic Executive Committee - Committee Member

OPDEC - a division of Louisiana Democrats is an elected group of diverse people working to raise wages, lower health care costs, improve education, protect voting rights, and create an economy that works for all Louisianans.

Dinerral Shavers Educational Fund (DSEF) / Girls Nola - Board Member

Creating a better community, a safer city, and adequate opportunities for the youth of New Orleans; while also promoting music, art, and education.

Human Rights Commissioner State of Louisiana - Commissioner

In 2016, Governor John Bel Edwards nominated, and the Louisiana State Senate confirmed Richard to serve as a Commissioner to the Louisiana Commission on Human Rights, representing the 2nd District; where he served until 2022.