Heath Michael Lynch

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Heath Michael Lynch

also known as Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch, PLLC (SBBL Law)

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Federal crime Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, Sex Crime, White Collar Crime ... +2 more

60 Monroe Center St NW #500, Grand Rapids, MI

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Heath

Biography

Former Federal prosecutor and aggressive, experienced trial attorney - now defends the accused

Former Federal prosecutor helps clients being investigated for and/or charged with Federal crimes

Former Federal Prosecutor / America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys / The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 / Client's Choice Award

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Federal Crime 30%

18 years

30%
Sex Crime 30%

30%
White Collar Crime 20%

18 years

20%
Criminal Defense 10%

18 years | 500 cases

10%
DUI and DWI 10%

18 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2022
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+ 5

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 9 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2017

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2006

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 20 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2005

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Springstead Bartish & Borgula Law, PLLC

60 Monroe Center St NW #500, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

sbbllaw.com/

Law Offices of Heath Michael Lynch

28 W. Main Street, Fremont, MI, 49412

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Online Presence

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Heath Michael Lynch's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

133 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 30 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by John | August 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Case Dismissed!

SBBL was not the first firm I contacted after the arrest of my stepson in Florida for serious charges with possibility of life in prison without parole.  After not getting a call back from that other firm....which delayed his representation..... I called SBBL and was very quickly in contact with Heat...h Lynch. Unfortunately during this delay my stepson spoke to a public defender in Florida who gave him the wrong advice and was extradited to Michigan starting a week of traveling to multiple jails between Florida and Michigan before being jailed in the county that charged him.  The importance of contacting a knowledgeable  attorney quickly became apparent and we hired Heath.  During the next almost two years Heath along with Laura Helderop were our representatives.  We started this ordeal before the pandemic with both court and zoom appearances through the opening and closing of court due to the pandemic.  Either Heath or Laura were there every step of the way.   My stepson who proclaimed his innocence throughout the process kept getting many plea deals.  He refused them all and Heath stuck by him even though many plea deals were better than he had ever seen for other clients in the same situation.  As we finally got to a trial date after almost two years of delays we got a final plea deal which was not accepted. Heath and the team at SBBL were fully prepared for trial when just days before the start of the trial Heath working with the prosecutor got a complete dismissal of all charges giving my stepson his life back.  I wholeheartedly would recommend Heath and the team at SBBL for anyone who finds themselves in the position we did.  Although no one wants to hire a criminal defense lawyer if you need one Heath Lynch should be at the top of your list for consideration. 

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

CSC Investgation Closed Before Becoming a Case

When a surprise accusation caught our family off guard, we quickly realized we needed representation. A simple Google search lead us to Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch, PLLC. After reading many positive reviews, we contacted the firm, and our first conversation with Mr. Lynch immediately put us ...at ease. Heath obviously has had extensive experience with situations similar to ours (CSC). Heath has a great working relationship with a team of other vital professionals. Mr. Lynch orchestrated a game plan with the information he and his team collected and presented the facts in a manner that made it clear to the prosecuting attorney that there was no case. Our quick action and Mr. Lynch's expertise saved us heartache, time, and money by facilitating the closing of the investigation and avoiding CSC charges. We can't thank Heath, his office, and his support professionals enough.

Posted by Sukhi | January 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

An attorney you can trust!

I highly recommend this firm! The attorney that handled our matter was Heath Lynch. When I first called the firm to get a consultation, I was connected with an attorney who specialized in the exact area of law that we needed. I was able to speak to Heath right away and it was clear that he knew what ...he was doing. And guess what? He did. All of the charges were dismissed! Even though we were faced with some unforeseen issues, Heath knew exactly how to handle them. When we hire an attorney, we essentially place our fate in their hands. You want to make sure you find a firm that you can trust and an attorney that will fight for your justice. The legal assistants Mackenzie and Chasity were also incredibly helpful whenever we called the office or had an emergency. The people at this firm are very professional, yet personable and ensure that you feel comfortable working with them. They got us the outcome we wanted and I am so thankful that we trusted them with our matter.

Posted by Shawn | October 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Heath is the BEST

Heath is a top notch attorney also a good fella if you find yourself on the wrong side of the law he is the man to call.

Posted by Aaron reens | July 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

felony dismissal

was falsly accused of felonious assault and heath and his team were able to get the charges dismissed in 2 weeks and then i got put on cps child abuse central registry and he was able to get my name cleared of the list would definately recommend this firm to anyone that is felling hopeless there nice... and on top of there game and ahead of the game as long as your honest with them

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Heath Michael Lynch's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Bartish

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Heath Lynch personnaly and professionally for over 10 years. As a criminal defense attorney, I acted as opposing counsel on numerous cases that Heath handled as an Assistant United States Attorney. Heath was always thorough, prepared, and formidable as opponent. He was also always fair and honest. When he decided to leave the United States attorneys office to pursue a career as a criminal defense attorney, myself and my partners knew that we wanted him to join our firm. Perio when he decided to leave the United States attorneys office to pursue a career as a criminal defense attorney, myself and my partners knew that we wanted him to join our firm. Heath now uses those same qualities that made him such a formidable Assistant United States Attorney to help people who find themselves in terrible situations."

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Michael Hills

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Lynch is an outstanding lawyer. He always has a command of the facts and law of the case. He is very talented inside, as well as outside, of the courtroom. He is very persuasive with juries, judges and opposing counsel. I have no trouble highly endorsing Mr. Lynch."

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Kathryn Springstead

Criminal defense lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Lynch is an accomplished, dedicated, and skilled attorney whose abilities are an asset to his clients and to our firm. I heartily endorse this attorney."

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Peter VanGelderen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Heath on criminal cases when he was with the United States Attorney's Office. He was always professional, thorough, and prepared in his representation. I have no doubt the skills he demonstrated in the cases I've had with him will translate to his representation of clients as a criminal defense attorney."

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Matthew Borgula

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Heath is a former federal prosecutor now in private practice. I highly endorse his for any criminal case."

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Gary Springstead

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Prior to joining our law firm, I had many cases against Heath Lynch in his role as a federal prosecutor. Heath always struck me as well prepared, smart, great in court, and very personable. He also has an outstanding reputation in the legal community among the defense bar and the judges. We know he will be a tremendous asset to our firm and, more importantly, to his clients. We are fortunate to have such a talented lawyer join our firm and I would highly recommend him to anybody in need of great representation."

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Mikayla Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Laura Helderop

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tessa Muir

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Bartish

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kathryn Springstead

Criminal defense lawyer

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Donald Davis

Federal crime lawyer

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Justin Presant

Government lawyer

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John Karafa

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Hills

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter VanGelderen

Federal crime lawyer

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LaRissa Hollingsworth

Criminal defense lawyer

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Britt Cobb

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sarah Howard

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Borgula

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gary Springstead

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Member, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2018

Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

Outstanding Prosecutive Skills, U.S. Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation

2014

Outstanding Service to the Western District of Michigan, U.S. Department of Justice

2014

Outstanding Assistance and Support in Criminal Investigation, U.S. Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, Springstead Bartish & Borgula Law, PLLC

2008 - 2017

Assistant United States Attorney, U.S. Attorney's Office - W.D. Mich.

2006 - 2008

Associate Attorney, Drinker Biddle & Reath

2005 - 2006

Associate Attorney, Reed Smith

Associations

2018 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Federal Bar Association (Western District of Michigan chapter)

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Mackenzie

Acquittal - all charges

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Education

2005

Villanova University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Taylor University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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