Randall S. Levine

Randall S. Levine serves as a managing member at Markou Montague Levine Defense in Kalamazoo, Michigan, recognized as one of West Michigan’s most formidable criminal defense attorneys. With over four decades of experience, he has successfully defended clients in complex federal and state proceedings, including white collar offenses – embezzlement and money laundering fraud, as well as violent crimes such as homicide, criminal sexual conduct and weapons violations. 

Mr. Levine’s unwavering commitment to exhaustive investigation and strategic advocacy ensures clients never face convictions or unjust penalties unprotected. His reputation extends to safeguarding the professional licenses of regulated practitioners threatened by state disciplinary actions. Whether challenging prosecutorial evidence, engaging expert witnesses or negotiating favorable resolutions, he tirelessly seeks to preserve clients’ rights and livelihoods. 

Education has played a pivotal role in shaping Mr. Levine’s legal acumen. He earned his J.D. cum laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1979, having graduated with honors from Michigan State University in 1976. He is admitted to practice in Michigan and before multiple federal courts, including the United States District Court for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, the United States Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.

The legal community has consistently affirmed Mr. Levine’s standing. He holds an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell and is distinguished by The Best Lawyers in America as a leading trial attorney. The American Trial Lawyers Association has also honored him among “Michigan’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers." These accolades reflect his track record of securing favorable outcomes in hundreds of criminal matters.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.