Lisa Kirsch Satawa

Born in Detroit, Michigan in the 60's. My parents taught me the value of a strong work ethic, humility, gratitude and family. I love learning and am fascinated with the intersection of law, psychology, medicine and justice. I love to cook, sail, travel, ski and laugh. I am a hockey-softball-baseball mom, and a mentor to as many young lawyers as ask. I enjoy teaching and making a difference. Do one thing every day that makes you smile. I do.

Detroit College of Law

J.D.

1994

Boston University

B.A.

1987

Chief Criminal Litigator

Kirsch Daskas Law Group PLLC

2018 - Current

Chief Litigator and Advocate

Kirsch Daskas Law Group Full-time

2018 - Current

Kirsch Daskas is a unique firm that protects what matters most: Liberty, Family and Children. Historically, Lisa has focused on sexual assault and child abuse defense along with protection of custody and oarental rights. She is still litigating these cases but has expanded the school law/ education advocacy component of the firm. She provides a different approach to different learners and just published her first ebook, The IEP Toolkit: Plan, Prepare and Advocate. She broadcasts daily on the Kirsch Daskas Facebook page about children, learning, education, disability and language issues. Tune in Mon-Fri at 1:00pm. All recordings are archived. Her multi-subject broadcast "5 Reasons Not to Harm Your Loved Ones During Quarantine" has 50 episodes discussing the challenges to individual's rights in criminal law, family law, divorce, domestic violence and education. Our client-centered approach uniquely solves unanticipated problems with as little stress as possible.

Chief Criminal Litigator

Lisa B Kirsch Satawa PLLC

2015 - 2018

Managing Partner/Chief Litigator

Kirsch Leach + Associates

2015 - 2018

Innovative team approach to defending and protecting what matters most: Liberty, Family, Citizenship and Education!! Meet our firm!

Member

Clark Hill PLC

2013 - 2015

Lisa is a criminal defense attorney specializing in consulting and defending allegations of child sexual assault and child abuse. She represents both adults and juveniles charged with crimes or individuals at risk of losing their children due to abuse or neglect. Her multi-state practice includes trials, consultation and appeals. Her unique multidisciplinary approach to this specialty focuses on linguistics, forensic interviewing, psychology and medicine coupled with the law.

Trainer and Trial Consultant

LKS Trial Consulting

2011 - 2013

Trainer and trial consultant for attorneys handling cases involving child sexual assault, child abuse and other child witness issues. Forensic interview analysis, identification and evaluation of trial issues and necessity of experts. Develop effective cross-examination plans, focus groups and mock juries. Nationwide assistance available.

Partner

Kirsch & Satawa PC

1995 - 2013

Specialize in defending falsely accused juveniles and adults in courts across Michigan, family law and child protective services issues.

Kimberly Cahill Young Leadership Award

Michigan State Bar

Right to Counsel Award

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

Criminal Law

Elite Advocate

Top Women Attorneys in Michigan

Hour Detroit

Nation’s Top 1%

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

Current

Activities: Criminal and Children's Law Committee

National Association

Counsel for Children

Current

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

Board of Directors

Current

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Juvenile Law Committee

Current

National Child Abuse Defense Resource Center

Member

Current

Michigan

State Bar of Michigan

Since 1995

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Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Family Law

Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

Juvenile Law

Education Law

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights

White Collar Crime

DUI & DWI

Divorce

Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

Traffic Tickets

Suspended License

Bankruptcy

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief

• Child Abuse
• Sex Crimes
• Protective Services
• Termination of Parental Rights
• CSC