Election Date: November 3, 2026
Early Voting: October 20-27, 2026
Meet Richard
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.
Legal Experience
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.
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.
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.
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.
Meet Richard
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.
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.
Endorsements
Governor John Bel Edwards (Ret)
“Richard has the legal knowledge and experience that the court needs. Join me in supporting Richard for civil district court judge”
Senator Mary Landrieu (Ret)
"I am proud to endorse Richard for civil court judge. His commitment to justice and dedication to serving the people of New Orleans make him exceptionally qualified for this position"
District Attorney Jason Williams
"As District Attorney, I've seen firsthand the impact a fair, thoughtful, and experienced judge can have on our community. I wholeheartedly endorse Richard"
Desiree Charbonnet
"As a former judge, I understand the hard decisions we make in the courtroom. Richard has proven the dedication to fairness and equity that the city of New Orleans needs”
City Council President JP Morrell
"Richard has the temperament, integrity, and compassion that our judges and Civil Courts need”
City Council Member Lesli Harris
"I support Richard because New Orleanians deserve a judge who will listen to them and apply the law fairly. Richard is the kind of judge our community can trust"
Judge Michael Bagneris (Ret)
Megan Kiefer
Ja'Net Davis
Cayce Peterson
Ron Austin
Judge Regina Bartholomew-Woods (Ret)
Dr. Maurice Sholas
Rep. Mandie Landry
Iam Tucker
Roberta Brown
Mark Raymond Jr.
Haley Jupiter
Endorse Richard
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.
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FRIENDS OF RICHARD PERQUE
Governor John Bel Edwards (Ret)
Senator Mary Landrieu (Ret)
District Attorney Jason Williams
Councilmember JP Morrell
Councilmember Lesli Harris
Hon. Desiree Charbonnet
Rico Alvendia
Mark P. Glago
J. Bart Kelly III
James M. Williams
Judge Michael Bagneris (Ret)
Judge Regina Bartholomew-Woods (Ret)
Judge Stanwood Duval (Ret)
Judge Sally Shushan (Ret)
Judge Michael Bagneris (Ret)
Judge Regina Bartholomew-Woods (Ret)
Judge Stanwood Duval (Ret)
Judge Sally Shushan (Ret)
Rep. Mandie Landry
Rico Alvendia
Mark P. Glago
Anthony Irpino
J. Bart Kelly III
James M. Williams
Iam C. Tucker, Campaign Chair
Cassie Gailmor, Finance Chair
Lisa Africk
Tarak Anada
Leah Antin
Robin Arnold
Richard Arsenault
Ron Austin
Dr. Aimee Aysenne
Judy Barasso
Jonathan Baxter
Allan Berger
Evan Bergeron
Scott Bickford
Jennifer Black
Leslie A. Bonin
Justin Boone
Kenneth Bordes
Charles Bourque
Steven Boutwell
Bianca Brindisi
Roberta Brown
Joseph Bruno, Sr.
Taylor Burnham
Richard Bullock
David Canella
Lauren Campisi
Richard Carbo
Caitlin Carrigan
Joseph Casanova
Charles Cerise
Lindsey Cheek
Chloe Chetta
Kay Charbonnet
Reagan Charleston
Martine Chaisson
Cindy Cimino
Melissa Coleman
Dr. Patrick Coleman
Claire Colomb
Micah Cormier
Stephen Cote
Chelsea Cusimano
Andrew Cvitanovic
Ford Clark
Matthew Curtis
James Courtenay
Yvette D'Aunoy
Adam Davis
Ja’Net Davis
Bobby Delise
Ellen Devine
Caleb H. Didriksen
Alex Ducros
Richard Duplantier
Gian Durand
Brad Egenberg
Tyler Ellis
Micah Escobedo
Daniel Espinoza
Dr. Brookes Ezelle
Jonathan Forstall
Neal Favret
Calvin Fayard, Jr.
Caroline Fayard
Sarah J. Flettrich
Timothy Francis
Karen Futch
Anthony Gambino, Jr.
Ashley Garcia
James Garner
Andrew Geiger
Eric Gibbs
Michael Ginart
Terrance Ginn
Amanda Goldman
Wesley J. Gralapp
Dr. Kamala Greene
Kiley Grombacher
Douglas Hammel
Hunter P. Harris
Landon Hester
Jennifer Hoeskstra
Jeffrey Hoffman
Phil Hoffman
Hon. Jaclyn Hotard
Stephen Huber
Tamara Jacobson
Ian Jardin
Ryan F. Jobert
Rupa Jolly
Sara A. Johnson
L. Blake Jones
Carolyn W. Jefferson
Haley A. Jupiter
Alden Kamikawa
Jessica Karr
Megan Kiefer
Louis Koerner, Jr.
Megan Koch
Calder Lamb
Mickey Landry
Charles Lavis, Jr.
E. John Litchfield
Kelp Littlefield
Andrew Lilly
Jonathan Lozier
Garrett Majoue
Dr. Megan Pollman Majoue
Sarah Manowitz
Bette Matheny
Mamta Melwani
Elizabeth Meneray
Michael Mestayer
Keishell McCollum
Casey Moll
M. Suzanne Montero
James Murdica
Kim Nguyen
Dr. Andrew Oncale
Avery Pardee
Camile Patti
Katherine Penland
Dylan Perry
Shannon Perry
Cayce Peterson
Kenneth Polite
Eugene Priestly
Jessica Quin
Barry S. Ranshi
Mark Raymond, Jr.
Marylyn Rigby
Jonathan Rigby
Michael R. Robinson
Tre Roux
Sandy Sallettes
Erick Sanchez
Anne Schmidt
Nakita Shavers
Leopold Sher
Tom Shlosman
Dr. Maurice Sholas
Jon Sloan
Erica Smith
Mary Smith
Gary Solomon, Jr.
Sarah Spatafora
Paul Sterbcow
Frank J. Swarr
Dr. Tommy Thomas
Jilla Tombar
Autumn Town
Martin S. Triche
M. Sam Triche, II
Rose Tutera
Jennifer Ustynoski
Desiree Valenti
David Vicnair
Richard Voorhies, III
Charles Wallace
K. Todd Wallace
Traci L. Washington
Samuel Wheeler
Sharonda Williams
Duke Williams
Graham Williams
Robert Williams
William Winebrenner
Scott Wolfe
Douglas Womac
Trey Woods
Rachel Yazbeck
Scott Zumwalt