About James Parkerson

James Parkerson Roy is an attorney based in Lafayette, Louisiana, with a specialization in private damage, products legal responsibility, and admiralty law. Since 1976, he has been working as an attorney in Louisiana, building a popularity for his talent and dedication to his clients. Mr. Roy earned his Bachelor of Science diploma from Louisiana State University in 1973, laying the foundation for his professional legal career. He then obtained his Juris Doctor from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU in 1976, further enhancing his skills in the area of law. In pursuit of superior knowledge, he finished a Master of Laws in Taxation at Georgetown University Law Center in 1977. As the managing member of Domengeaux Wright Roy & Edwards LLC, located at 556 Jefferson Street, Suite 500, Lafayette, LA 70501, Mr.

Roy leads a firm that makes a speciality of maritime injuries, fatal injury claim, personal injury litigation. Complex commercial and sophistication motion disputes. His practice encompasses many legal matters, reflecting his knowledge and commitment to serving clients in various capacities. The company has established itself as a key participant in the Louisiana legal field, thank you partially to Mr. Roy's management and vision. Throughout his profession, Mr. Roy has acquired severa accolades for his legal expertise and leadership. He served because the president of the Louisiana Association for Justice from 1990 to 1991, a role that allowed him to influence the course of legal representation within the state.

His recognition extends to being listed in "The Best Lawyers in America" within the fields of Maritime Law, Personal Injury Litigation, and Mass Torts/Complex Litigation. Notably, he used to be honored as "Lawyer of the Year" by leading attorneys list in 2012, 2016, and 2018 for Personal Injury Litigation within the Lafayette region, underscoring his effect at the legal community. In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Roy has been actively involved in law school training and governance. He has served as a guest lecturer at LSU Law School, sharing his knowledge and experience with aspiring attorneys. His commitment to ongoing education is clear thru his participation as a speaker at a number of Continuing Legal Education packages. In 2002, he used to be inducted as a Fellow into the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, followed by his induction into the American College of Trial Lawyers in 2017. In popularity of his contributions, he was named a LSU Law School Distinguished Alumnus of the Year in 2020.

Mr. Roy's commitment to the LSU network extends past legal education. He has held meaningful leadership roles, which includes serving as Chair of the LSU Board of Supervisors and because the Interim Chair of the LSU Law School Advisory Board of Trustees. His commitment to the legal profession is in addition demonstrated by his admission to practice in all Louisiana state and federal courts, including the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. Through his extensive career, Mr. Roy continues to make a lasting effect on both the legal field and the community he serves.

Education

Howard University School of Law

LL.M. (1977)

1976

Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University

J.D. (1976) | Law

1973

Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge

B.S. (1973)

Accepted Jurisdictions

Louisiana

Court Admissions

U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court · Admitted 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 1976
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana U.S. District Court · Admitted 1976
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana U.S. District Court · Admitted 1976
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. District Court · Admitted 1976

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Products Liability Maritime Law

Legal Services Scope

Trial Appellate

Office Locations

Main Office

 556 Jefferson St Lafayette LA 70501