G. Bruce Parkerson

Bruce Parkerson is a Partner with Plauché Maselli Parkerson, a leading Louisiana law firm specializing in the defense of corporate entities, individuals, and insurers in state and federal courts

With expertise in trial, discovery and mediation, Bruce provides his clients with insightful, strategic representation and a sharp focus on successful resolution. He has tried more than 40 cases to verdict and handled hundreds more. He has represented a wide range of clients in many industries, which have included natural gas distribution, pipeline operators, trucking and transportation, manufacturers, building owners, hotels and other businesses.

The trials in which he has obtained defense verdicts include the defense of claims of injuries consisting of catastrophic burns and traumatic brain damage. Whatever the injury, Bruce quickly and accurately evaluates damages to communicate with clients to develop an informed and appropriate strategy for the defense.

Court Admissions

• Louisiana: all courts
• Texas: all state courts
• North Carolina: all state courts
• United States District Courts: Eastern, Middle and Western District of Louisiana, Northern and Southern Districts of Texas and Middle District of Georgia
• United States Court of Appeals: Fifth Circuit
• Pro Hac Vice: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia

Education

• Southern Methodist University, BBA 1979 |  JD 1982

Honors

• Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
• Fellow, International Academy of Trial Lawyers
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
• AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell