Atty. Michael Edward Harssema

Atty. Michael Edward Harssema

Mr. Michael Edward Harssema is a lawyer practicing premises liability, products liability, insurance defense and 8 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Edward Harssema at a glance

Michael Edward Harssema is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Decuir & Harssema, P.C.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Texas (1999). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1999) and Cornell University (B.S., 1996). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Edward Harssema is a lawyer practicing premises liability, products liability, insurance defense and 8 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Michael practices at Decuir & Harssema, P.C. in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Edward Harssema's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Edward Harssema handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Michael Edward Harssema is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Texas →

Product Liability

Michael Edward Harssema is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Edward Harssema

Where is Michael Edward Harssema's law office located?
Michael Edward Harssema's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Decuir & Harssema, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Edward Harssema handle?
Michael Edward Harssema focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Edward Harssema practiced law?
Michael Edward Harssema has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Michael Edward Harssema go to law school?
Michael Edward Harssema earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1996).
How can I contact Michael Edward Harssema for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1999
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1999

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