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Matthew Borgula

Matthew Borgula

Former Federal Prosecutor Defense Against Government Investigations
  • Tax Law, White Collar Crime, Health Care Law ...
  • Michigan
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Biography

Matt Borgula is a seasoned trial attorney who has defended and prosecuted hundreds of criminal and civil cases. Prior to joining SBBL Law, he was one of the lead federal prosecutors for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Michigan. As the Deputy Criminal Chief and head of the financial crimes unit and drug unit, Mr. Borgula handled every type of federal charge from investigation, to Grand Jury indictment through trial. Prior to joining the U.S. Attorney’s Office, he worked in Chicago for the law firm of Jenner & Block, where he represented clients in matters relating to securities fraud, commercial disputes, class actions and consumer protection act claims.

Mr. Borgula represents individuals and businesses in criminal prosecutions, grand jury investigations, and civil enforcement actions brought by state and federal agencies, including the Internal Revenue Service and Department of Health and Human Services. Mr. Borgula’s goal in defending his clients is to minimize the damage and disruption caused by these proceedings, often before charges are brought. If an indictment or charge cannot be avoided, Mr. Borgula advises clients on the risks and benefits of going to trial versus accepting a plea, and is an experienced and successful trial attorney should an acceptable resolution not be reached.

Mr. Borgula is recognized as an expert in criminal violations of tax fraud and evasion, healthcare fraud, federal fraud, money laundering and the bank secrecy act and 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 and other banking regulations, and white collar crime.

Practice Areas
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
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Michigan
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6th Circuit
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Assistant United States Attorney
United States Attorney's Office Western District of Michigan
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Associate
Jenner & Block
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Associate
Dykema Gossett PLLC
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Education
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
J.D. (1997)
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Honors: Cum Laude
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Northwestern University
B.A. (1993) | History
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Professional Associations
Michigan State Bar  # 57330
Member
Current
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Federal Bar Association Western District of Michigan
Former President
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American Bar Association
Current
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Historical Society for the District Court of the Western District of Michigan
President
- Current
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American College of Trial Lawyers
Member
- Current
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Contact & Map
60 Monroe Center
Suite 500
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Telephone: (616) 458-5500
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed