Atty. Sandra Lee Montgomery

Atty. Sandra Lee Montgomery

Sandra Lee Montgomery’s practice is focused on commercial and corporate finance, asset-based lending, subordinated debt finance, other secured and unsecured lending and related workout transactions. In connection with her practice, Sandra’s representation involves the establishment of credit facilities for both public and private companies in the context of acquisitions, recapitalizations, restructurings, refinancings, debtor-in-possession, working capital and other strategic financings.

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Profile Summary

About Sandra Lee Montgomery at a glance

Sandra Lee Montgomery is a business attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Proskauer Rose Llp. Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Sandra Lee Montgomery’s practice is focused on commercial and corporate finance, asset-based lending, subordinated debt finance, other secured and unsecured lending and related workout transactions
  • In connection with her practice, Sandra’s representation involves the establishment of credit facilities for both public and private companies in the context of acquisitions, recapitalizations, restructurings, refinancings, debtor-in-possession, working capital and other strategic financings
  • Sandra Lee Montgomery has extensive experience representing first and second lien senior lenders, mezzanine investors, and equity sponsors and borrowers in senior debt, mezzanine and private equity financing arrangements
  • Her areas of focus include acquisition, recapitalization and other leveraged financings
  • cash flow and asset-based financings
  • debtor-in-possession and exit financings
  • cross-border financings
  • first lien, second lien, “unitranche” and mezzanine financings
  • and restructurings
  • Sandra has industry experience in various business sectors, including retail, technology, transportation, manufacturing, distribution, general industrial, import/export, agriculture and services
  • She is also experienced in Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code and other laws that relate to secured transactions
  • She has also handled numerous cross-border transactions involving Australia, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, the Cayman Islands, England, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands, Puerto Rico, Scotland and Singapore
  • Both ethnically Korean and having lived in Sao Paulo, Brazil, for almost 20 years, she is fluent in Portuguese and Korean
  • She also speaks French and Spanish

Practice Areas Explained

Sandra Lee Montgomery's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sandra Lee Montgomery handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sandra Lee Montgomery

Where is Sandra Lee Montgomery's law office located?
Sandra Lee Montgomery's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Proskauer Rose Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sandra Lee Montgomery handle?
Sandra Lee Montgomery focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Sandra Lee Montgomery go to law school?
Sandra Lee Montgomery earned their education at (J.D., 1997).
How can I contact Sandra Lee Montgomery for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sandra Lee Montgomery received?
Sandra Lee Montgomery's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1997

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Structured Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Former Member of the Uniform Commercial Code Committee, State Bar of California
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Latinvex, Latin America’s Top 50 Female Lawyers, Banking and Finance (2014)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Uniform Commercial Code Committee, State Bar of California
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon Rising Star Award
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers, Southern California (2010)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA, Banking & Finance (California) (2008–2014)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — IFLR1000, Rising Star, Banking and Finance (2014)
- 2026

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