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Before joining SBBL Law, Heath was a federal prosecutor for the US Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Michigan in Grand Rapids. He initially specialized in asset forfeiture proceedings, where he prosecuted financial crimes—including mail and wire fraud, embezzlement, and postal theft. He trained federal, state, and local law enforcement officers in asset forfeiture law and policy.
While an Assistant US Attorney, Heath was commended by the IRS and FBI for outstanding prosecutorial skills in agency investigations. Heath went on to handle many types of federal charges, from investigation and grand jury indictment through trial, sentencing, and appeal. During his most recent position with the US Attorney’s Office, he led and directed teams of federal, state, and local law enforcement officers to investigate and prosecute complex drug trafficking and money laundering cases in the federal criminal justice system.
Before joining the US Attorney’s Office, Heath worked in Philadelphia for the law firm of Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, where he represented financial services and insurance clients in commercial litigation, and he developed and conducted insurance-related fraud and compliance investigations.
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State: Michigan
Acquired: 2017
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2006
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2005
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Posted by Mickey | March 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Case Dismissed
How's this We had a family member falsely accused of a serious crime recently. Not having any experience with cops or lawyers we were in a panic. I called 4 lawyers in 2 days. Not big law firms but one lawyer stores. We met with one and none of them felt right just by talking to them. Googled on...
Mickey, thank you very much for the kind words. Helping your family member was our pleasure - the background information your family provided about the allegations, the complaining witness, and the law enforcement officers involved allowed us to prepare an effective strategy, and justice was served. We wish both of you the very best and appreciate you choosing our firm.
Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great full to this firm
So glad we found Heath Lynch and his firm, and that he took our case, I was facing 20 years on a federal charge, but the outcome was fines only. His firm is professional and charismatic. They were always. quick to respond and answer any questions or doubts that we had. My family could not be mor...
Thank you for the great review. There are few things more frightening or intimidating than a Federal criminal charge, and it was very clear that the process was taking its toll on you and your family. We appreciate that you chose SBBL to fight for you and for them; there is no firm in West Michigan with our collective experience in handling Federal cases. My team and I are immensely proud of the result we were able to achieve for you, and wish you the best!
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Michigan's Best
A week after a normal night of hanging with a friend, I receive a knock on my door from the police informing me that I have been accused of sexual assault. I was absolutely floored as there was no possible reason why I should have been accused of that. After reaching out to a family attorney, Heath L...
Posted by Lori | November 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Happy happy happy!
I got myself in trouble earlier this year , May 2020. I needed to retain a lawyer and I didn’t know where to start. I retained this firm and Heath Lynch became my lawyer. I was scared and nervous about what was going to happen to me. Heath talked to me through the process and eased my mind. He w...
Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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 ...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Heath is a former federal prosecutor now in private practice. I highly endorse his for any criminal case."
"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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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
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
2018 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Acquittal - all charges
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English