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Sarissa Montague
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Seeing past the labels placed on those who find themselves at the mercy of the criminal justice system, Ms. Montague maintains a compassionate and honest perspective for her clients. With extensive experience in defending and protecting the accused, Ms. Montague specializes in the defense of people from all walks of life to find creative solutions so that they can get back to building their futures. Not afraid of a challenge, and with a full understanding of the adversarial system, Ms. Montague excels in the roles of fearless litigator, zealous advocate, and empathetic counselor. With realism and creativity, Ms. Montague has developed a reputation among peers and prosecutors for being trustworthy, ethical, and hardworking. When you need someone who will listen to you, relate to you, and fight like hell to protect you like only your mother, sister, or friend would, Sarissa Montague is the attorney for you.
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Licensed in Michigan for 18 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
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Law Offices of Sarissa Montague
136 East Michigan Avenue, 14th Floor, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
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Posted by Mike | October 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Unbelievably supportive with outstanding results!
At what was perhaps the most anxiety-ridden and terrifying time in my life I had the unbelievable good fortune of finding Attorney Montague to represent me. Throughout the process she was never anything less than reassuring, understanding and patient with me. Her abilities are outstanding and she ...
Sarissa Montague's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sarissa is a key resource for clients who are faced with domestic violence allegations or other criminal matters during my representation of their family law interests. It is a pleasure working in tandem with Sarissa to develop practical solutions to complex criminal matters so that our mutual clients can focus on their futures."
"Mrs. Montague is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the Kalamazoo area. Anyone that hires her has a high quality advocate in their corner."
Saraphoena Koffron
Family lawyer
Becket Jones
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Up & Coming Lawyers, Lawyers Weekly
2011
Trial Practice Institute, National Criminal Defense College
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Associate, Levine & Levine
2002 - 2004
Personnel Manager/Operations Manager, Snelling Personnel
1998 - 2002
Executive Assistant, Heron LTD
1997 - 1998
Legal Assistant, Debevoise & Plimpton
Associations
2013 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2008 - Present
Kalamazoo County Bar Association
2007 - Present
Michigan Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Nathan Hayes v Parole Board
The Court of Appeals found in favor of Nathan Hayes
Education
2007
Michigan State University College of Law
Doctor of Law
1997
Union College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Law 2
Criminal Defense
2015
NALS - Continuing Legal Education
Criminal Defense
Publications
2015
Criminal Defense Archives - Levine & Levine Blog
What really happens when you are charged with a crime?
Languages
English
Activity
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