Matthew G. Borgula

PRO

Matthew G. Borgula

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

White collar crime Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: White Collar Crime, Tax Fraud & Tax Evasion, Criminal Defense, Federal Crime

60 Monroe Center #500, Grand Rapids, MI

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Matthew

Biography

Former Federal Prosecutor now defense attorney.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

White Collar Crime 30%

Bank Fraud, Wire Fraud, Money Laundering, Health Care Fraud, Bankruptcy Fraud.

29 years | 100 cases

30%
Criminal Defense 25%

Complex criminal cases where client's life is on the line.

29 years | 100 cases

25%
Tax Fraud and Tax Evasion 25%

Criminal Tax Charges.

29 years | 100 cases

25%
Federal Crime 20%

Federal Narcotics, Healthcare Fraud, Tax cases, bank fraud, white collar crime, child pornography charges and any other federal crime.

29 years | 100 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 28 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1997

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

SBBL Law, PLLC

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

sbbllaw.com/

Matthew G. Borgula's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 28 reviews

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Representation

Matthew is a excellent attorney always friendly and very honest and upfront wit us from day one. My wife was facing some very difficult charges and Matt and his team when straight to work, was able to resolve my wife case and was able to get her sentenced significantly lower than the guidelines, we a...re very thankful for the aggressive representation you and your firm provide us with. We are thankful Matt

Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Hire him!

Matt and his team handled my case with professionalism and a fantastic bed side manner. I was extremely nervous when I first contacted Matt. He explained everything to me in simple terms that went a long way in calming my nerves. On our first court date Matt had basically handled my case and got it ...reduced to a ticket. I could not ask for better then that but on the second court date he even got the ticket reduced from a three points to two. If I ever get in a legal snag again Matt will be the first person I call. Thanks Matt and Chasity! Great job!

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Awesome!!!!!

Matthew Borgula has been a blessing to me and my family! He's awesome! Matt's honest, trustworthy, and compassionate. Over time he had the opportunity to know me and my family and dear to our hearts. Matt's genuine. ...I appreciate him because I felt safe. He took his time listening to me (never hur...ried), explained processes, promptly returned my phone calls and emails. Matt has a vast amount of experience! He's a very professional and competent attorney. He was punctually prepared for every court hearing. I'd also like to add his disposition in court to be unyielding. Matt worked diligently on my case. I was facing several years and my sentence was significantly reduced. I had a positive experience with Matthew Borgula!

Posted by Jennifer | April 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Grateful for this exceptional attorney!

I consulted Matt Borgula for advice pertaining to my brother-in-law’s case. I did not have much information at first, but Mr. Borgula was able to guide my family and me through the first steps of having someone in the criminal system. Even before having an official agreement between us, he was very a...ttentive and available for the questions we had. This was very important because no one in my family had very much experience with the legal system. My brother-in-law was facing multiple felonies and most likely years in prison. Mr. Borgula took our case with the little amount of information we had and agreed to do what he could for my brother-in-law. Without even having met us, and only a week notice, Mr. Borgula was present at his probable cause hearing. To us it felt like he had been our lawyer forever. He kept us informed, was honest about my brother’s case, and was professional. One thing I really appreciated about Mr. Borgula’s demeanor was how he spoke to my family and me, not at us or over our heads. He took the time to pull us aside and answer any questions we had. He made sure we were all as comfortable as we could be with the situation. He never seemed rushed, and made us feel important. He was very personal and empathetic to what was happening to our family. My brother-in-law was arrested in May and did not end up having his official court date until November. My brother-in-law had two options: to go to trial and risk the outcome, which meant seven years in prison if he lost, or taking a plea deal. Mr. Borgula was prepared and willing to go to trial if that is what he wanted. He supported either decision and did not push my brother-in-law one way or the other. My brother-in-law decided to take the plea deal and was sentenced to 1 year in jail, including time served. Mr. Borgula continued to stay in contact with my brother-in-law and my family right up until his release date. I would recommend Mr. Borgula to anyone, and I would hire him again if necessary. He was the sound mind my family and I needed to get through our difficult time. He was professional and an outstanding person. I am so appreciative for everything he did not only for my brother-in-law, but for my entire family and me as well. Without his service, my brother-in-law faced a minimum of two years in prison for his plea deal. Mr. Borgula kept him out of prison, and got us the best outcome we could have hoped for in this situation.

Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent attorney

I hired Mr. Borgula based on his impressive resume and client reviews, and I am very glad I did. His knowledge of the system is outstanding. He was able to negotiate a deal for me and saved me from a felony charge that would have ruined my life. Mr. Borgula is straight forward, he is honest and he ...will not advise you to go in court if he believes you will not win. He answered to my calls and emails within minutes, and worked my deal within a week. I hope I will never need an attorney again, however if I do Mr. Borgula will be my attorney of choice.

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Matthew G. Borgula's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tessa Muir

White collar crime lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Matt is an exceptional trial lawyer. He’s thorough, personable, and extremely well-respected in the state and federal court system."

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Heath Lynch

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Matt on many matters while we both served as Assistant U.S. Attorneys, then against him after he started working as a criminal defense attorney. Matt is extremely knowledgable about Federal and state criminal matters, is an outstanding trial attorney, and is a diligent and responsive advocate for his client. I am honored to have joined his firm and look forward to practicing with him on our clients' behalf."

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Charles Chamberlain

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Britt Cobb

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Donald Davis

Federal crime lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"As United States Attorney I supervised many lawyers; Matt was among the best. His judgement and legal skills are outstanding. His experience in Federal Criminal Law including white collar crime and tax evasion is extensive. I am proud to now call him my colleague."

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Kathryn Springstead

White collar crime lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a universally respected and extremely talented federal prosecutor."

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Michael Bartish

White collar crime lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As an Assistant United States Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, Matt has obtained a reputation as a tenacious yet fair and ethical federal prosecutor. Having handled a number of criminal matters where Matt was the opposing counsel, I can attest that this reputation is well earned. Judges, federal prosecutors, and criminal defense attorneys all hold Matt in very high esteem and regard him as one of the finest attorneys in Michigan."

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Gary Springstead

White collar crime lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Despite being opposing counsel, Matt has always been really fair and a pleasure to deal with. I know he is respected by the defense bar and judges alike, especially when it comes to white collar crime. Therefore, I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer McManus

Appeals lawyer

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Todd Stuart

Litigation lawyer

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Laura Helderop

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tessa Muir

Criminal defense lawyer

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Heath Lynch

Criminal defense lawyer

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Britt Cobb

Criminal defense lawyer

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Donald Davis

Federal crime lawyer

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Joseph Brugnoli

Federal crime lawyer

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Gary Springstead

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Bartish

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Criminal Defense, SuperLawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Best Lawyers - White Collar Crime, Grand Rapids Magazine

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Best Lawyers - Non White Collar Crime, Grand Rapids Magazine

2019

Inducted as a Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers

2015

Exceptional Service Award, The National Association of Former United States Attorneys

2014

Outstanding Service Award, Department of Treasury - Internal Revenue Service

2014

Commendation for Outstanding Case Work, Federal Bureau of Investigation

2009

Asset Forfeiture Money Laundering Section - Case of the Year, United States Department of Justice

2008

Outstanding Service Award, Department of Treasury - Internal Revenue Service

2007

Oustanding Prosecution Award, Department of Homeland Security Investigations

2006

Commendation for Outstanding Casework, Federal Bureau of Investigation

2005

Outstanding Service Award, Department of Treasury - Internal Revenue Service

2004

Commendation for Outstanding Case Work, Federal Bureau of Investigation

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, SBBL Law

2003 - 2015

Assistant U.S. Attorney, Department of Justice

1999 - 2003

Associate, Jenner & Block

1997 - 1999

Associate, Dykema Gossett

Associations

2023 - Present

Historical Society for the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan

President

2019 - Present

American College of Trial Lawyers

Fellow

2015 - Present

Grand Rapids Bar Association

2015 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2015 - 2020

Federal Bar Association (Western District of Michigan chapter)

President

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Schurr

Dismissal after trial

United States v. Cortney Spencer

Not Guilty

United States v. Renee Pardon

Not Guilty

United States v. Huston

Dismissed

United States v. Ostrowski

Dismissed

United States v. David McQueen, et al

Conviction after jury trial and 30 years in prison.

United States v. Steven Deuman

Guilty verdict and life sentence

Dozens of cases that never made it to indictment

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Education

1997

University of Michigan Law School

JD

1993

Northwestern University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2025

Hillman Advocacy Program

Trial Skills Instructor

2018

State Bar of Michigan Annual conference

Defense and prosecution of federal criminal charges

2015

West Michigan Chief Legal Officers Organization

Internal Investigations

2014

Basic Trial Advocacy

Trial Skills

2011

IRS SAR/Financial Crime Seminar

Structuring and Bank Secrecy Act Crimes

2011

Advanced SAR review team seminar

Legal Update - Suspicious Activity Reports and the Bank Secrecy Act

2010

West Michigan Law Enforcement Training

Search and Seizure/Interdiction

2010

SAR Review Seminar

Case Study - Suspicious Activity Reports

2010

Forfeiture Seminar

Asset Forfeiture for Law Enforcement Officers

2010

Banking Crimes Seminar

Suspicious Activity Reports

2009

Asset Forfeiture Chiefs and Experts Seminar

Case Study - Asset Forfeiture

2008

SAR Review Teams Training

Case Study - Bank Secrecy Act

2008

Financial Crimes Seminar

White Collar Crime

2007

White Collar Crime Seminar

Federal Financial Crimes

2007

Health Care Fraud Quarterly Meeting

Health Care Fraud Forfeitures

2006

White Collar Crime Seminar

Forfeiture in Financial Crimes Cases

2006

Advanced Money Laundering Seminar

Advanced Money Laundering

Languages

English

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