Gary K. Springstead

Attorney Gary K. Springstead is former FBI Special Agent and Special Assistant US Attorney and experienced criminal defense attorney who has focused his practice almost exclusively on criminal defense for the last 21 years.  He regularly defends clients throughout the entire State of Michigan with West Michigan serving as his home base. Over the last five to ten years, he has expanded his practice to include federal courts across the United States. When clients hire Mr. Springstead, they know they are getting a down-to-earth competitor who prides himself on trying to find a way to win their case or getting them the best possible result. 

Mr. Springstead uses his unique experience and thoughtful approach to the law to defend his clients wherever his cases take him. He has become a sought-after advocate in complex and high-profile cases, including RICO conspiracies, murder-for-hire plots, the unsettling case of the attempted kidnapping of the Michigan governor, the politically charged January 6th investigations, and sprawling drug charges and conspiracies.

In the Michigan state courts, Mr. Springstead is a versatile defender, handling everything from grave felonies to lesser misdemeanors. His track record speaks volumes, marked by not guilty verdicts, acquittals and strategic victories in preliminary examinations and suppression motions, often leading to outright case dismissals.

Mr. Springstead’s federal court triumphs are equally impressive, with successful motions to exclude critical evidence, negotiations that result in reduced charges, preemptive actions that avert charges altogether and persuasive arguments for leniency in sentencing. He has even turned the tide on appeal and secured a not guilty verdict on all counts in a high-stakes white collar criminal trial.

Mr. Springstead received his B.A. from the University of Michigan in 1995 and his J.D. from Wayne State University Law School in 1998. Mr. Springstead was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 1999. His legal acumen is further underscored by his "Superb" rating on Avvo, a testament to his skill, experience, and the high regard in which he is held by peers and clients alike.