Parker N. Smith

Parker Smith’s practice focuses on artificial intelligence, intellectual property, technology transactions, data privacy and cybersecurity matters. He advises businesses on complex technology and intellectual property matters, including software and software-as-a-service agreements, technology commercialization, intellectual property protection and management, data privacy and security, and corporate policies.

Parker brings a valuable combination of legal and technical experience to his practice, having served as both outside and in-house counsel as well as in technology leadership roles.

Prior to rejoining Stone Pigman, Parker founded CoreServe Legal, LLC, where he advised businesses on technology transactions, intellectual property management and emerging issues involving artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies. He also previously served as general counsel and chief technology officer for Consolidated Management Resources, LLC, and as legal counsel to Ochsner Health, where his work included technology transactions, data privacy and security, and the commercialization of digital health products.

Represented a start-up in connection with its licensing of top social media influencers' content, trademarks and rights of publicity for its line of collectible toys.

Drafted and negotiated approved supplier agreement for a national franchisor.

Drafted and negotiated software development, software license and SaaS agreements for a consulting services company in connection with its development of a customized engagement platform for its end-customers.

Advised a personal care services company on intellectual property, data security and privacy matters in connection with the multi-million dollar sale of its software management system business.

Drafted joint development, patent license and manufacturing-supply agreements for a fabrication and machining company in connection with the development, protection and commercialization of an invention and related products with applications in a variety of industries and markets.

Advised the artist, author and producer of a multi-sensory, multi-media tribute to New Orleans on intellectual property matters related to the protection and commercialization of his works.

Drafted privacy policy, terms of use and end-user license agreement for a FinTech start-up's website and mobile app.

Assisted a charter school with education privacy compliance matters.

Regularly represents and counsels a variety of companies on managing their brands, including the clearance, registration, protection and licensing of their trademarks.

• Louisiana State Bar Association member.
• New Orleans Bar Association member.
• Former Chair of the New Orleans Bar Association Technology Committee, 2021, 2021 - 2025.
• Former Co-chair of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) New Orleans KnowledgeNet Chapter, 2019 - 2020.

• Louisiana Super Lawyers: Rising Star 2020, 2023 - 2026.
  • Technology Transactions 2023 - 2026.
  • Intellectual Property Law 2020.
• The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch 2023 - 2026.
  • Technology Law 2023 - 2026.
  • Intellectual Property Law 2023 - 2026.
  • Privacy & Data Security Law 2023 - 2026.
• Louisiana Bar Foundation Equal Justice Works AmeriCorp Outstanding Student Volunteer Award 2010.

"AI Under Contract: How Technical Competence & Contractual Diligence Safeguard Innovative Legal Practice," NOBA Procrastinator's Program, December 2025. "Surveying Today's Law Firm Tech Stack: Top Tips for Building Ethical Digital Resilience," NOBA Technology Law Committee CLE Series, October 2025.

"Paradigms Lost: How Generative AI (LLMs) Challenge Traditional Policy Justifications Across Legal Domains," NOBA Technology Law Committee CLE Series, August 2025.

"Modern LLM-Powered Legal Workflows," Louisiana Professionals of New Orleans (LPNO) Speaker Series, July 2025.

"The Nuts and Bolts of AI & Data Centers — Supply Chain, Legal, and Operational Implications," Institute for Law & Technology (ILT) Law at the Edge: Trending Topics in Technology, June 2025.

"Beyond Practice: Legal Engineering, AI Workflows, and the New Frontiers of Law," NOBA Procrastinator's Program, December 2024.

"Time Out for Tradition: Pioneering New Ethical Paradigms for the Legal AI," Louisiana Young Lawyers Conference, April 2024.

"AI Legal Landscape," Louisiana State University Health sciences Center (LSUHSC) AI Symposia Series, April 2024.

"Becoming the Augmented Attorney: The First Step & the End Goal," NOBA Procrastinator's Program, December 2023.

"NFTs, NLIs, and the Law of Digital Identity," Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) Intellectual Property Training, April 2023.

"Law and Tech Talk: AI & Machine Learning," NOBA Technology Law Committee Series, March 2023. "The Rise of the Augmented Attorney: Machine Learning for Lawyers," NOBA Technology Law Committee Series, March 2023.

"Law & Tech Talk: Going Inhouse & Working with In-House Counsel," NOBA Procrastinators' Programs, December 2022.

"Contract Preparation for Non-Lawyers," MarcusEvans Virtual+ Series, October 2022.

"Intellectual Property Assignments & Technology Transfer," LawSikho U.S. Intellectual Property (IP) Training Program, May 2022.

"Software Development Agreements," LawSikho U.S. Intellectual Property (IP) Training Program, May 2022.

"Confidentiality & Nondisclosure Agreements," LawSikho U.S. Intellectual Property (IP) Training Program, April 2022.

"Data Processing Agreements & Privacy Notices," LawSikho U.S. Intellectual Property (IP) Training Program, April 2022.

"Information Technology Services Agreements," LawSikho U.S. Intellectual Property (IP) Training Program, April 2022.

"Law & Tech Talk: Digital Medicine & Telehealth," NOBA Technology Law Committee Series, March 2022.

"Law & Tech Talk: Preparing Business for the Fallout from Cyberwarfare," NOBA Technology Law Committee Series, March 2022.

"Dealing with Data: What Transactional Attorneys Need to Know," NOBA Technology Law Committee Series, October 2021.

"Intellectual Property Assignments & Technology Transfer," LawSikho U.S. Intellectual Property (IP) Training Program, October 2021.

"Blockchained Embodiments: Where NFTs & IP Law Collide," NOBA CLE Series, September 2021.

"Confidentiality & Nondisclosure Agreements," LawSikho U.S. IP Training Program, September 2021.

"Data Processing Agreements & Privacy Notices," LawSikho U.S. Intellectual Property (IP) Training Program, September 2021.

"Information Technology Services Agreements," LawSikho U.S. Intellectual Property (IP) Training Program, September 2021.

"Software Development Agreements," LawSikho U.S. Intellectual Property (IP) Training Program, September 2021.

“This is (Cyber) War: Why Cybersecurity is Critical to the Practice & Profession of Law," 29th Annual Judge Alvin Rubin Symposium of the Federal Bar Association New Orleans Chapter, July 2021.

"Utilizing Sensitive Data: A Roundtable Discussion on Legal Risks & Strategies," Opportunity Machine (OM) Speaker Series, July 2021.

"Top Ten Legal Considerations for Entrepreneurs," for Go.Be (f/k/a Good Work Network), May 2021.

"Legal Priorities for Structuring Your Business," Launch NOLA Guest Speaker Series, April 2021.

"Leveraging Digital Solutions (Legally)," Ochsner Health Week of Information Services Education (WISE), October 2020.

"Intro to IP for Contract Managers," Ochsner Health Week of Information Services Education (WISE), October 2020.

"Anatomy of an IT Contract (Part 2)," Ochsner Health Week of Information Services Education (WISE), October 2020.

"Anatomy of an IT Contract (Part 1)," Ochsner Health Week of Information Services Education (WISE), October 2020.

"Introduction to Contracts for Contract Managers," Ochsner Health Week of Information Services Education (WISE), October 2020.

"The Future of Health," Tech Talent South Proximity Digital Conference, April 2020.

"Law & Tech Talk: Cybercrime & Cybersecurity," NOBA Technology Law Committee Series, August 2019.

"Law & Tech Talk: University Collaboration & Technology Transfer," NOBA Technology Law Committee Series, July 2019.

"2019 Data Security & Privacy Law Update," International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) & NOBA Joint Panel, May 2019.

"Top 10 Legal Considerations for Entrepreneurs," Launch NOLA Alumni Round Table, May 2019.

"Breaking It Down: The Nuts & Bolts of Protecting Your IP," Urban League of Louisiana Speaker Series, April 2019.

"Breaking It Down: The Nuts and Bolts of Protecting Your Intellectual Property," Urban League of Louisiana Speaker Series, April 2019.

"Top 10 Legal Considerations for Entrepreneurs," Launch NOLA Guest Speaker Series, April 2019.

"Introduction to Reading Contracts for Entrepreneurs," Good Work Network, February 2019.

"Introduction to IP for Entrepreneurs," Urban League of Louisiana Small and Emerging Business Development Program Roundtable, January 2019.

"Copyright Licensing in the Open Access Movement: Introduction to Open Source Software & the Creative Commons," Tulane University Howard-Tilton Memorial Library Speaker Series, October 2018.

"Successfully Monetizing Digital Operations: An Introduction to Negotiating Software Development, Software License & SaaS Agreements," New Orleans BioInnovation Center, September 2018.

"Boilerplate for Web Browsing?: The Role of Website Privacy Policies," Louisiana State Bar Association Social Media: Law, Policy and Tips Program, August 2018.

"Successfully Monetizing Digital Operations: An Introduction to Negotiating Software Development, License & 'as-a-Service' Agreements," Louisiana Technology Park, July 2018.

"Internet Public Policy in Action: U.S. Data Security and Privacy Laws from the Business and Consumer Perspectives," New Orleans Citizens Diplomacy Council, March 2018.

"Introduction to Reading Contracts for Entrepreneurs," Urban League of Louisiana’s Women-In-Business ("WIB") Challenge Accelerator Program, November 2017.

"No HR Department, No Problem: Employee-Related Legal Matters for Emerging Companies," New Orleans BioInnovation Center, September 2017.

• "Is the AI Transformation of the Legal Profession Finally Here?," NOBA Blog, March 2023.
• "Updating NDAs: Ten Approaches to Handling Data Issues in Contracts," NOBA Blog, May 2022.
• "A Theory of Data with Practical Legal Implications," NOBA Blog, October 2021.
• "Data Processing Agreements: Essential Tools for Managing Risks & Compliance when Businesses Leverage Data," NOBA Blog, September 2019.
• "Top Legal Considerations for Health Tech Digital Solutions," New Orleans Health Innovators Challenge (NOLAHI) Blog, February 2018.
• "Coping with the Death of the Bargain Without Burying the Spirit of the Law: A 'Foundational' Approach to Comparative Law and Its Application to Adhesion Contracts in Louisiana," 76 La. L. Rev. 1277, 2016.