Who is Larry H. Parker ? dies at 75 – Renowned Personal Injury Attorney Larry H. Parker, known for his ubiquitous television commercials promising to fight for accident victims, has passed away at the age of 75. The sad news was confirmed by his son, Justin Parker, although further details regarding the circumstances of his death have not been disclosed.
A graduate of Southwestern Law School in 1973, Larry H. Parker made a lasting impression on the legal landscape, particularly in the realm of personal injury law. While his face adorned billboards across Los Angeles, it was his memorable television commercials that ingrained his name in the public consciousness.
For over 40 years, Parker’s commercials featured him passionately advocating for accident victims, reassuring viewers with his trademark pledge, “We’ll fight for you.”
Unlike many attorneys who opt for actors in their commercials, Parker chose to star in his own ads, aiming to convey sincerity and commitment to potential clients. “I wanted the consumer to see someone who cares about their rights,” he once explained.
Parker’s legal journey began after graduating cum laude from Cal State Los Angeles with a degree in psychology. He was admitted to the State Bar of California in March 1973. Over the course of five decades, Parker’s firm has successfully represented over 100,000 clients, recovering an impressive $2 billion in compensation.
With a team of over 100 attorneys, paralegals, and staff, Parker’s firm operates out of multiple offices across California, including Long Beach, Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, Fresno, and Bakersfield, as well as in Phoenix and Tucson.
Parker’s influence extended beyond the legal realm, permeating popular culture. His commercials became iconic fixtures of Los Angeles television, with references to his persona cropping up in various media. On “Saturday Night Live,” Phil Hartman famously portrayed a Parker-esque lawyer encouraging even non-accident victims to sue for “bystander trauma.” Similarly, in “Breaking Bad,” Bob Odenkirk’s character, Saul Goodman, was likened to “the Larry H. Parker of Albuquerque.”
The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker proudly tout themselves as the top automobile accident law firm in Southern California, boasting a remarkable $2 billion in compensation recovered over half a century of practice, with an impressive 95% success rate.
Larry H. Parker’s legacy as a legal icon and advocate for accident victims will undoubtedly endure, leaving an indelible mark on the legal profession and the community he served.
