Kathryn Maddox Springstead

Kathryn Springstead was able to help me get off of HYDA probation and the registry early so that I could pursue cancer treatments not available in the United Stated. Per the probation guidelines, I was not allowed to leave the country, even though my reasons for doing so were worthy. I was able to ex...plain this to Kathryn and her team and she helped me to get off of HYDA probation early, so that I can pursue that treatment and start to feel better. Without her help, I may have never gotten this treatment, which I desperately needed. If you're in need of any kind of criminal defense help, I fully and wholeheartedly recommend Kathryn Springstead. She will fight for your rights and for the best possible outcome for you and your case. Thank you, Kathryn!

Having never dealt with law enforcement or the judicial system before, I was very unaware of the process and how I’d incriminated myself for the alleged crime I was being charged with. From my first time calling their office, the Springsteads made me feel at ease and knew how to handle my case. Right... off the bat Gary explained that the prosecutors and forthcoming procedures could be frustrating, saying, “I know you want this part of your life to be over with quickly, but sometimes it takes some time and energy to work with the system to get you what you want. Ultimately, taking that time will be worth it.” He was right. After meeting Kathy I immediately felt she was very informed, not only about my specific case but also with the legal actions we could take to prove my innocence and get the outcome I was looking for. Although a complicated matter and the prosecutor being quite staunch with my charge, Kathy kept me informed every time I had a concern or question over the phone, email and text. Eventually we were forced to file a motion to get in front of the judge and Kathy took great care with her preparation of documents and statements. The most remarkable part of Kathy’s work came on the day of our scheduled motion. When we arrived the prosecutor said he wanted to adjourn to a later date. Kathy worked with him in restating all the holes in their case against me and tried to work out some lesser charge. When he finally did offer a less serious misdemeanor Kathy came to me and was passionate about the prosecutor being in the wrong for making me travel four hours (after multiple trips in the pre-trail process) and not being prepared for our motion in front of the judge. Her and I decided to push further. Well, I’m not exactly sure what she said inside the prosecutor’s office but the next thing I knew they were headed into the judge’s office. Kathy worked her magic. Their meeting resulted in a simple civil infraction (nothing on my record) after Kathy presented the facts to the judge anyway and he convinced the prosecutor the case against me was not very solid. I’m so happy that she took the bull by the horns when the opportunity presented itself, but also trust that Kathy would have proven my innocence regardless or even would have gotten the case dismissed altogether if I had wanted to stick it out a little longer. Like Gary told me at the beginning, the judicial system is a curious beast and Kathy knows not only to how prepare and keep calm, but also when to strike. I’m very grateful for her services.

I was looking at possibly a second owi charge within the past 9yrs and the loss of my career and house were at stake. I first hired a lawyer out of panic and without doing my homework. After a couple court dates and him not returning my calls and texts until days later if at all. I started to worry i...f he even cared. When I finally talked to him he pretty much was saying to take the first plea. A plea I could have gotten on my own. I listened to my gut and decided to research the best lawyers around what was at stake was to important! I found Gary and Kathy Springstead and liked what I saw. The reviews I read about them were spot on. After hiring them it was like night and day between them and my previous attorney. All my questions were answered, all my calls and texts were returned. I actually felt reassured they were there to help me. Gave me a good peace of mind that I hadn't felt or had sense the arrest. After reviewing my case the police report and surveillance video. I was told by them I had a case worth fighting. We filed a motion for dismissal. They were able to find that the officer didn't conduct any of the test properly and the actual stop didn't have probable cause. Kathy ended up writing out in extreme detail a 28 page motion listing everything down to the second. Over 5 months from the time it occurred here I am. I took a plea to a very minor misomeanor just to surface the court to think they won something for doing their job incorrectly. But no jail no fines no probation and kept my CDL and all driving privileges! I couldn't be happier well worth every penny. Making that phone call to Gary and Kathy I know changed my life/future I would highly recommend them!!

Kathy is the real deal! she takes the extra steps to investigate and seek out all the facts in a case. She is willing to spend the extra time reviewing and analyzing reports and documentation. She uses her resources and knows how to prepare you for trial. Hiring Kathy was a game changer and ultimatel...y got my case dismissed.

From Day 1, Kathryn was honest with me about his opinion about my case. With her legal knowledge and courtroom experience, she reassured me that she would be doing everything in her power to make sure that my case was represented as best as possible. She eased my anxiety by clearly explaining to me... my options and his recommendations. In the end, her hard work and diligence got my case dropped, and I could not be more thankful. Again, I highly recommend her skills and expertise, as well as experience practicing Michigan law.