“…amazing people who genuinely care about you….powerhouse lawyers, who will get results.” – Client, April 2017


“…amazing people who genuinely care about you….powerhouse lawyers, who will get results.” – Client, April 2017
“Gary went to battle… Sleeves rolled up ready to fight! And fight he did! To watch this man in a courtroom is impressive! He had the case dismissed- all charges dropped!” – Client, May 2018
“Best Attorney Ever, and Worth Every Penny!” – Client, August 2017
“Life saver!!!…determination, dedication and integrity…” – Client, February 2017
“Best Attorney in Grand Rapids…accessible, knowledgeable, personable and professional and ultimately got my son’s case dismissed.” – Clients parents, January 2016
“If you are looking for an AMAZING team to represent you or a loved one I would recommend you contact [Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch].” – Client’s wife, March 2014
“This law firm is a powerhouse that gets RESULTS.” – Client, February 2017
“…a powerful defense team…” – WoodTV, June 27, 2017
» Attacking the evidence
» Winning your case before it gets to trial
» Presenting persuasive evidence to counter the charges
» Exploiting defects in the charges
» Forcing the prosecutor to “prove it” at trial
» Presenting a winning defense at trial
» Leveraging mistakes made by the police
» Obtaining a diversionary sentence or delayed sentence
» Getting charges dismissed
» Reducing the severity of charges
» Avoiding additional charges
» Avoiding or reducing jail time
» Reducing fines/costs
» Minimizing probation
» Mitigating any sentence
» Earning sentence reductions
» Defending your constitutional rights
»Cooperating with the investigation
» Being a witness, as opposed to a defendant
» Aggressively challenging the evidence pre-charge
» Negotiating pretrial diversions/ plea negotiations
» Challenging legal mistakes made during your case
» Fighting the denial of suppression motions
» Challenging the sufficiency of evidence at your trial
» Challenging violations of your constitutional rights
» Challenging unlawful sentences
» We listen and begin gathering the facts
» Advise of possible charges
» Identify possible defenses
» Explain a range of outcomes
» Explain the court process
» Evaluations available by phone
» Transparent, affordable flat fees
» Legal fees are capped
» No hidden costs
» Easy to budget
*Available in most misdemeanors and certain felonies
» Reasonable hourly rates
» Detailed, transparent bills
» Efficient use of attorney time
» Reasonable retainers
» Free estimates of total case costs
Grand Rapids Criminal Defense Attorneys & Leading Grand Rapids DUI Attorneys
At Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch Law, our Grand Rapids criminal defense attorneys & Grand Rapids DUI attorneys firmly believe that focusing almost exclusively on criminal defense makes us better at what we do—defending criminal & OWI charges in state and federal courts in Grand Rapids and throughout Michigan. After all, most prosecutors practice in only one area of the law: criminal law. In order to level the playing field, our Grand Rapids criminal defense attorneys focus almost exclusively on criminal and DUI defense. DUI defense, being the most common crime, is our single largest practice area.
This helps us master all the various aspects of a criminal case, any one of which could make a tremendous difference in our clients’ cases. When you hire Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch Law, you are hiring an entire law firm dedicated to criminal defense and can rest assured that we will bring our expertise and wealth of experience to bear in your case and that we are dedicated to trying to win your case or getting you the best possible result.
If you or somebody you know is facing a criminal investigation, state or federal criminal charges, or a DUI, we know that it can be a very difficult time for all involved. It may seem like a daunting process to take on the police and prosecutors to prove your innocence and win your case, or even to face the consequences if you feel you did something wrong.
In addition, you may be worried about:
At Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch Law, we understand. And when you hire us, we go to work immediately to protect you and to protect your future.
We take pride not only in helping our clients through these difficult times, but also in getting great results for our clients, whether it’s winning a case at trial, winning a motion or legal challenge to the evidence or criminal charges, or negotiating a satisfactory resolution of the case for our clients. By letting us put our experience and expertise to work on your case, you can have peace of mind that we are doing everything in our power to win your case or get the best possible result, all at a reasonable rate.
At Springstead Bartish Borgula & Lynch Law, we relish fighting misdemeanors, like MIPs, DUIs and drug charges, as much as we do serious felonies and complex white collar crimes. Our Grand Rapids criminal defense attorneys are recognized as some of the best criminal defense lawyers in West Michigan, according to Super Lawyers magazine and Avvo. Our firm is led by attorneys who have received the prestigious designation of “Super Lawyers” in Criminal Law, an honor bestowed on less than 5% of attorneys in the State of Michigan. In addition, almost all of our attorneys have received Avvo’s Client Choice Award and are rated “Superb” by Avvo. We believe these accolades are the direct result of our focus almost exclusively on criminal defense as well as our commitment to trying to find a way to win every case and getting our clients the best results possible.
Operating While Intoxicated
Operating While Visible Impaired
OWI 3rd Offense (Felony)
Drugged Driving
``OWI dismissed!...Gary is the best and he saved me a lot of money and was more than worth the initial expense! He saved me thousands of dollars by negotiating my offense down to a careless driving charge... $180.00 fine and 3 points on my license with no criminal charges. I will recommend Gary to anyone who I come across who may need a great lawyer!`` – D.K.D.
Possession Charges
Delivery/Manufacture
Possession with Intent to Distribute (PWID)
Conspiracy
``First of all our family would like to thank Gary Springstead for his brilliant representation regarding our child's dismissed double felony case…with Gary's expertise we were able to navigate our way through an expedited process with a successful outcome; ``CASE DISMISSED!`` – E.F.
Embezzlement
Wire Fraud
Bank Fraud
Ponzi Schemes
``Outstanding professional, tremendous personal qualities combined with highest professionalism and passion…I don't believe another attorney could have achieved a better outcome...My family and I are very thankful, for my family and friends have someone to turn to when things get rough.`` – R.N.
Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Deg.
CSC 2nd Degree
CSC 3rd Degree
CSC 4th Degree
``An attorney is like having insurance, you hope you'll never need it but when you do, you want the best there is. For my money Gary Springstead is the best there is...My situation had a very positive outcome. I hope that I will never need an attorney’s service again. But if I do, I won’t hesitate to hire Gary.`` – T.J.
Assault/Battery
Domestic Violence
Felonious Assault
Attempted Murder/Murder
”Mike represented me in a recent unfortunate circumstance that could have affected me, my family and career...he voiced disappointment that my case would come to arrest, and in his own words he claimed: 'I will make the prosecutor want to dismiss this case.' And Mike delivered. My case was dismissed.`` – M.A.
MDMA charges
Ketamine charges
Marijuana
LSD/Mushroom charges
``At Electric Forest 2014 I was arrested and charged with delivery of a controlled substance… Gary entered a motion to dismiss my case and the evidence against me...A few days later Gary called me with amazing news. The prosecutor decided that based on his motion...that he would DROP THE CHARGES against me!!!`` – B.C.
MIP at Ferris State University
MIP at Grand Valley State University
MIP Diversions
*Student Discounts*
“Mike Bartish is an extremely caring and respectable individual, and I would hands down recommend to anyone, especially someone with an MIP charge who is debating if they need to hire a lawyer for their case.” – E.M.
Possession or Distribution of Child Pornography
Manufacturing Child Pornography
Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
Innocent Images Prosecutions
``I would highly recommend Springstead & Bartish to anyone in anyone in any legal situation…You can tell, It's not O.K. to lose! That is who I want to represent me when my life and family are on the line.`` – J.Z.
Tax Fraud
Tax Evasion
Filing False Returns
Penalties
``Wow, where to begin. Matt is an amazing attorney. On the surface he of course has a great professional office and legal team who make you feel comfortable and valued with the entire process. With Matt however there is something deeper, he has that legal intuition that I believe in.`` – A Client
Kent County (Greater Grand Rapids, Walker, Kentwood, Grandville)
Allegan County (Allegan)
Barry County (Hastings)
Berrien County (St. Joseph / Benton Harbor)
Ottawa County (Hudsonville, Holland, Grand Haven)
Muskegon County (Muskegon)
Oceana (Rothbury / Hart)
Mason (Ludington)
Mecosta (Big Rapids)
Newaygo (White Cloud)
Montcalm County (Stanton)
Ionia County (Ionia)
Van Buren County (Paw Paw)
U.S. District Court (federal court), Kalamazoo
U.S. District Court (federal court), Grand Rapids
Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, Cincinnati, OH