About

Learn about Matthew Borgula, a seasoned trial attorney in Grand Rapids, Michigan, who has extensive experience in criminal and civil cases.

Matthew Borgula is a seasoned trial attorney with a wealth of experience in defending and prosecuting hundreds of criminal and civil cases. Prior to joining SBBL Law, he served as one of the lead federal prosecutors for the U.S. Lawyer’s Office for the Western District of Michigan. In his role as the Deputy Criminal Chief and head of the financial crimes unit and drug unit, Mr. Borgula handled a wide range of federal charges from investigation to Grand Jury indictment through trial. Before his time at the U.S. Lawyer’s Office, Mr. Borgula worked in Chicago at the law office of Jenner & Block. During his time there, he represented clients in various matters including securities fraud, commercial disputes, class actions, and consumer protection act claims. Mr. Borgula specializes in representing individuals and businesses in criminal prosecutions, grand jury investigations, and civil enforcement actions brought by state and federal agencies such as the Internal Revenue Service and Department of Health and Human Services. His primary goal is to minimize the damage and disruption caused by these proceedings, often before charges are even brought. If an indictment or charge cannot be avoided, Mr. Borgula provides expert advice on the risks and benefits of going to trial versus accepting a plea. He is also an experienced and successful trial attorney should a resolution not be reached. Recognized as an expert in criminal violations including tax fraud and evasion, healthcare fraud, federal fraud, money laundering, and the bank secrecy act, Mr. Borgula has been a frequent lecturer at the Department of Justice’s National Advocacy Center in Columbia, South Carolina. He has also provided training to State and Federal Law Enforcement Agencies on issues related to search and seizure of assets and evidence, suspicious activity reports, banking regulations, and white-collar crime.

Legal Issues

Tax Law

Criminal Tax Litigation

White Collar Crime

Health Care Law

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages

• English: Spoken, Written

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

• Assistant United States Lawyer
  United States Lawyer s Office Western District of Michigan
  2003
• Associate
  Jenner & Block
  1999
• Associate
  Dykema Gossett PLLC
  1997

Education

Associations

Costs

• Free Consultancy Service
• Payment With Credit Card

Location