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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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Acquired: 2007
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136 East Michigan Avenue, 14th Floor, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
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Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Amazing attorney
I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible support and representation I received from Sarissa, during a very difficult time in my life. She helped me through a domestic violence case with unmatched compassion, professionalism, and strength.From the moment we first spoke, she made me feel he...
Posted by Rich | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
My Experience with Attorney Montague.
I would recommend Attorney Montague to anyone who is facing criminal charges. She has the know how and the pizzazz to get the best possible outcome for her clients. She really makes you feel like you have been friends for years. Even months after the fact she is still interested in how I'm doing. I w...
"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."
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2016
Up & Coming Lawyers, Lawyers Weekly
2011
Trial Practice Institute, National Criminal Defense College
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
2013 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2008 - Present
Kalamazoo County Bar Association
2007 - Present
Michigan Bar Association
The Court of Appeals found in favor of Nathan Hayes
2007
Doctor of Law
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Criminal Defense
2015
Criminal Defense
2015
English
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