Attorney Adrian J. DeGori knew from a young age that she wanted to pursue a career that involved helping people. In this field, she is able to help people not only in their personal lives, but also on a professional level. Adrian focuses on keeping her clients informed and being as patient as possible. Social Security Disability application is a very long process, and sometimes her clients lose everything while waiting for a hearing date. She has found that keeping her clients well-informed of the process from start to finish has really made a difference. Being patient, empathetic, professional, and organized is important in this field. Also, being prepared in the courtroom is something Adrian prides herself on, as not only do the judges appreciate the diligence and completeness of her files, but her clients feel comfortable and trust her in representing them in matters that can be life-changing. Adrian is always up-front with her clients, and makes sure they are fully aware of the challenges with their claims - as well as the possible outcomes. Adrian grew up in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, and attended Quaker Valley High School. She went to college at the Pennsylvania State University in State College, and is a dedicated Nittany Lion fan. She then went on to study law at a small school, Ohio Northern University, where she obtained her law degree. In her free time, Adrian enjoys watching sports and going to her nieces’ and nephews’ sporting events. She also enjoys spending time with her family and trying the newest restaurants in town.

Dick DeGuerin made his reputation handling tough cases, something he does to this day. He started as a prosecutor in the Harris County District Attorney’s Office in 1965, and moved to Butler Binion, a prominent civil firm, in 1968. In 1970, while Dick was still an associate at Butler Binion, federal authorities charged well known criminal-defense lawyer Bob Tarrant with illegal possession and sale of machine guns. Bob, who was colorful to say the least, had a collection of every Thompson model ever made. Dick knew and respected Bob from his time as a prosecutor and volunteered to assist Percy Foreman who was leading the defense. During the trial, Percy told Dick to “come see me when this is over.” He did. Dick sought Jack Binion’s counsel about the job Percy offered, and the advice was simple: “You’re a damn fool if you don’t take it.” When Dick took the job, Percy Foreman was already the man to see if you were in serious legal trouble. In a 1952 Houston murder trial, Percy contended that the elected Harris County Sheriff and a Texas Ranger beat a confession out of the defendant. The Sheriff and the Ranger were present when Percy gave his closing argument accusing them of the misconduct. After the not-guilty verdict was read, the Sheriff and the Ranger jumped the bar and assaulted Percy in the courtroom. Upon leaving the hospital shortly thereafter, Percy said “I harbor no malice toward these poor, misguided minions of the law.” The 1964 Florida trial of Candace Mossler was covered nationwide and solidified Percy’s courtroom reputation. She was acquitted of her husband’s murder in a case that was ahead of its time in subject matter and defensive approach. Dick left Foreman & DeGuerin in 1982 with Lewis Dickson, and they formed DeGuerin & Dickson. They continued the tradition of their former firm, aggressively representing their clients’ interests. That tradition remains.

Area of Practice: Motion Pictures, Television & Digital Media

Ms. Del Mauro is a senior associate who focuses 100% of her practice on family law matters. She specializes in high asset divorces, contested custody matters and adoptions. Ms. Del Mauro was recently named a Super lawyer – Rising Star, a designation given to the top 2.5 percent of Attorneys licensed in New Jersey who have been practicing law for less than 10 years or are under the age of 40.