About Richard
A graduate of Loyola New Orleans Undergraduate and Law School, a civil law mediator and attorney, Richard represents people in family law, wills and estates, personal injury, civil rights, and general civil litigation.
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.
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.
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.

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.
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Endorsements
Governor John Bel Edwards
“Richard has the legal knowledge and experience that the court needs. Join me in supporting Richard for civil district court judge”
Senator Mary Landrieu
"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”
Judge Michael Bagneris (Ret)
Megan Kiefer
Ja'Net Davis
Cayce Peterson
Kim Nguyen
Ron Austin
Cassie Gailmor
Tyler Ellis
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Community Involvement
Orleans Parish Democratic Executive Committee
Louisiana Democrats are a united 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
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
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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