PERQUE LAW - Key Persons
A graduate of Loyola University New Orleans Undergraduate and Loyola University, School of Law, a qualified civil law mediator and attorney, Richard Perque began his legal career with his grandfather Risley "Pappy" Triche, and mother, Jane Triche-Milazzo.
Following his grandfather's retirement and mother's election to the District Court in the 23rd Judicial District; and her subsequent appointment to the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, Richard opened his private practice to serve in the areas of family law, wills and estates, personal injury, civil rights, and general civil litigation.
In 2014, Richard was nominated by Council Member Jason Williams and unanimously confirmed by the New Orleans City Council to serve on the Human Relations Commission for the City of New Orleans; where he served until 2016.
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.
In 2022, the Louisiana Supreme Court appointed Richard to serve as Judge Pro Tempore of the Civil District Courts for the Parish of Orleans; were he served until 2023.
In 2023, Richard co-founded DivorcePlus, a technology platform that provides individuals with on-demand direct access to a range of divorce services, including online legal services and divorce coaching.
Education
Assumption High School, Napoleonville, Louisiana; 1996
Loyola University New Orleans, Louisiana; 2000
University of Paris IV, Paris, France; 1999
Loyola University New Orleans, School of Law, New Orleans, Louisiana Civil Law JD; 2006 Common Law Certificate; 2006