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also known as Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch, PLLC (SBBL Law)
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Heath Lynch is an accomplished trial attorney and dynamic advocate who now defends the accused after spending nine years as an Assistant U.S. Attorney with the United States Department of Justice. Mr. Lynch has defended and prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases, and uses his extensive experience in law enforcement to help his clients understand the charges and evidence against them, and to build the most effective possible defense against those charges. Mr. Lynch helps his individual and business clients avoid criminal charges by negotiating with prosecuting attorneys before charging decisions are made. Where charges cannot be avoided, Mr. Lynch assists clients through every step of the case process, with personal attention to their needs, careful evaluation of the evidence, and strategic acumen. Mr. Lynch helps his clients weigh the decision to take a case to trial, and to understand the risks and benefits of the choices they face. Unafraid to take any case to trial or to fight for his clients before a jury, Mr. Lynch has achieved a tremendous record of success against prosecuting attorneys, achieving acquittals in complex felony cases -- including charges which carried potential life sentences -- and in misdemeanor cases as well. Mr. Lynch and his colleagues at Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch, PLLC, have built the most formidable team of trial attorneys and criminal defense specialists in Michigan.
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18 years | 500 cases
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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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60 Monroe Center St NW #500, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
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133 Client Reviews
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Posted by Chris | June 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Forever grateful to Heath and Sarah. Acquittal on all charges.
A family member was facing serious CSC charges that came with a penalty of up to 45 years in prison after some false accusations were made. The case lasted a little over three years, went to the Court of Appeals twice, and through 7 different attorneys before hiring Heath Lynch and his paralegal, Sa...
Posted by David | October 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Lawyer to Have on Your Side
I could not be happier with my choice to work with SBBL, specifically Heath Lynch & his team. From the beginning, Heath displayed confidence that he could get me the best possible outcome for my case, and he delivered. All-the-while managing expectations, and making sure to not deliver false hope. He...
Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
High BAC DUI
Heath was tremendous in helping me through a very difficult time. I am not sure why or how, but I made a very stupid decision one night. I contacted Heath right away and he helped explain my options and was very easy to talk to. He heard my story and laid out what he thought we should do. He ended up...
Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime
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 | October 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Criminal sexual assault charges
Even before being hired, Heath summarized his plan of action to me. Upon being hired, he immediately went into action, speaking to the sheriff’s investigator and gaining his assurance that all communication would be channeled through himself. Because of Heath’s building a solid defense for me, and h...
"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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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
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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
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