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Michigan Criminal Defense Lawyers

18 distinguished criminal defense law attorneys in Michigan, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

Michigan criminal defense law directory

Robert Elmen

Criminal Defense Law

3300 Washtenaw Ave., Ste. 277, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Ann Arbor criminal defense attorney Robert Elmen was admitted to practice law in Michigan in 2014. Included in the Ann Arbor lawyers practicing criminal defense, he focuses on defending people accused of all manner of crimes, and frequently represents people accused of assault and domestic violence. He also defends people who have been accused of drunk driving / OWI / DUI, and drug charges. Robert’s caring approach to the practice of law and ease with which his clients can discuss their situations sets him apart from other lawyers. He recognizes that people come to him during some of their darkest hours, and are looking for help, and hope. Whatever criminal charges you are facing, Robert can help. Some of Robert’s clients are facing criminal charges as the result of a mistake, or not knowing that they were doing something that was against the law. Others face the complexities of enhanced penalties due to prior convictions. Whatever the circumstance, Robert takes a caring, compassionate approach to his clients, but has what it takes to go toe-to-toe with the most aggressive prosecutors - and win. Robert prides himself on offering personal attention and accessibility that you won’t find in a larger law office or with other Ann Arbor lawyers. His caring approach to working with his clients, and the easy way with which he relates to people, are the foundation on which he created Elmen Legal, PLLC. Robert is a student of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and draws on his martial arts background to help himself and his clients remain calm in the face of what may seem like insurmountable adversity. He enjoys the mental and physical challenge of martial arts, which he draws on when facing the pressures of practicing criminal law.

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Sarissa K. Montague

Sarissa K. Montague

Featured Lawyer

Criminal Defense Law

136 E Michigan Ave suite 1400, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

Liberty. It is what you need and what Attorney Sarissa Montague believes in. 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. From 2018 through 2020 Ms. Montague sat on the inaugural Board of Directors of Kalamazoo Defender, Inc. Kalamazoo Defender was created through the insights and hard work of local attorneys, former judges, mental and public health experts, and community advocates working with the under-served of Kalamazoo County and is dedicated to a “holistic” approach to criminal defense. Ms. Montague was one of the local attorneys who had the privilege of helping to create this novel approach to indigent defense.

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Criminal Defense Law

300 Maple Park Blvd., 304, St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Mr. Metry is the Chief Judge of Grosse Pointe at the Woods Municipal Court.

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