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I earned a B.A. from Hope College in Spanish and International Relations, and graduated Magna Cum Laude. While a student at Hope College, I took advantage of their numerous study abroad opportunities, and studied in Mexico, Spain, and India. After graduating from Hope College, I volunteered for a year as an AmeriCorps Vista volunteer at the Seattle Red Cross chapter, where I worked in their International Services Department and helped reconnect families who had lost contact due to war or natural disaster.
In 2017, I received my J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, and graduated with distinction. While there, I received a certificate honoring my commitment to pro bono work. In addition, I served as an associate editor of Case Western's Journal of International Law. While in law school, I interned at several prominent Grand Rapids law firms as well as the Kent County Office of the Public Defender.
Prior to joining Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch PLLC as an associate attorney, I used my education and experiences from law school at the Ottawa County Office of the Public Defender. During that time, I focused on alcohol related offenses, drug offenses, assaults, and violent crimes and was able to gain valuable experience. Since joining Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch PLLC, I have continued to develop my expertise in these areas while expanding my practice into federal criminal defense.
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60 Monroe Center St NW #500, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
7 Client Reviews
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Posted by Robert | April 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Early Discharge from federal probation
Laura is so professional. She wrote the most amazing motion. Everything was perfect. And the results were what I wanted to hear. All around a great experience.
Posted by Martin | February 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Absolutely Amazing and Very Professional
Attorney Laura Helderop did a phenomenal job representing me! Her legal knowledge and determination resulted in my charges being dismissed. I highly recommend her to anyone needing legal counsel.
Posted by Bradley | February 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Dedicated, clear, thorough, and just an absolute delight
Lauren helped me through probably the most difficult time of my life. She was always easy to reach out to, super enthusiastic and proactive with everything surrounding my case. This was my first time dealing with legal implications so I really did not know a single thing about the process, but Laura ...
Posted by Chad | November 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
More than satisfied! Excellent conduct, outstanding professionalism, and a great person.
I was more than satisfied with the way Laura handled my case. When I brought Laura on as my attorney, she immediately went into action acquiring all information that was necessary or relevant to my case. She stayed in constant contact with me, and I was never left wondering what was going on with my ...
Posted by Arash | October 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Amazing and Competent Defense Lawyer !
I am beyond satisfied with Laura's representation of my case. Laura was the one lawyer who was assigned to research the issues in the case and she did a great job ! She found out trivial and yet very game-changing facts that were subsequently used to my advantage and alleviated the seriousness of my ...
"Laura Helderop is a rising star in the legal community, particularly in criminal defense. She is really smart, very conscientious about her work, passionate about her clients, competitive, and, best of all, a truly nice person. I am happy to highly recommend her."
"A gifted writer, a persuasive courtroom advocate, and a passionate advocate for her clients and criminal justice issues generally, Laura is an outstanding attorney who our firm is fortunate to have added to our team. Laura works tirelessly on behalf of our firm's clients to master the facts and the law in each case. I give her my unqualified endorsement."
"Laura Helderop is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and works tirelessly on their behalf. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who needs quality legal defense."
"Laura is a polished professional. She is well-versed in criminal law, a powerful advocate, a talented writer, and an overall wonderful and approachable person. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a talented criminal defense attorney."
"I have known Laura since 2014 when we were both in law school. Laura is passionate, zealously advocates for all of her clients, and has an enormous wealth of legal knowledge. I would highly recommend Laura for any criminal defense matters."
"I worked with Laura for several months and found her to be one of the most dedicated and staunch defenders that I've had the pleasure to work with. She is incredibly empathetic with her clients and goes out of her way to meet them where they are in life. On the other side, she is a very skilled researcher, negotiator, and litigator. Her quiet and fun demeanor belie the steel and cunning in the courtroom. She will out-fight and out-prepare anyone else."
Litigation lawyer
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2022
3-in-10 Award, Grand Rapids Bar Association
2022
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2020
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2019 - Present
Associate Attorney, Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch PLLC
2019 - 2019
Public Defender, Ottawa County Office of the Public Defender
2017 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Hewson & Van Hellemont P.C.
2021 - Present
Grand Rapids Young ProfessionalsMember
2021 - Present
Ottawa County Bar AssociationMember
2021 - Present
Women Lawyers Association of Michigan (WLAM)Member
2020 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar AssociationMember
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Appeal Granted
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Dismissal
2017
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2021
We the People
2021
2020
We the People
2022
2021
2020
2019
Spanish