Houston-based attorney Mike DeGeurin dead at 79

Houston attorney Mike DeGeurin passed away at Friday night at age 79, his son confirmed to KPRC 2 Saturday evening.

DeGeurin was known for his criminal defense work, working alongside his son, Michael, at the Law Offices of Foreman, DeGeurin & DeGeurin. DeGeurin’s older brother, Dick DeGeurin, is also a criminal defense attorney who has worked on high-profile cases.

“My father passed Friday night,” Michael DeGeurin told KPRC 2. “He was a fierce defender of people. He really cared for his clients. He really believed in the justice system. He had a remarkable ability to relate to people and the community. He was so genuine. He made people feel special. He loved being a lawyer. He loved helping people. He made me want to become a lawyer. He was still asking about cases all the way up until the end. His family was with him every moment of his fight!”

DeGeurin’s older brother, Dick DeGeurin, is also a criminal defense attorney who has worked on high-profile cases.