Business Details
17 Years
experience
Experienced Michigan Legal Representation
Brown Law is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services with personalized attention to clients across Mid-Michigan. Our attorneys approach every case with a commitment to understanding clients' needs, offering strategic solutions rooted in decades of combined legal experience. We specialize in real estate, family, business, construction, criminal, and commercial law, leveraging technology and innovation to deliver efficient, cost-effective representation. Our practice is built on a foundation of litigation expertise, evolving to include comprehensive legal counsel tailored to each client's goals. We maintain deep ties to local communities and prioritize accessibility, transparency, and ethical standards.By focusing on cases where we can make the greatest impact, we ensure unwavering dedication to every client. Our team visits properties firsthand to develop nuanced strategies, emphasizing preparation and thoroughness to achieve favorable outcomes. With offices serving Midland, Bay, Saginaw, and surrounding counties, we combine local knowledge with statewide reach. Our client-centric philosophy ensures personalized service without compromising the rigor of legal excellence. This approach has earned us enduring trust from businesses and individuals who rely on our expertise to resolve complex legal challenges.
Services
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Business Law
Construction Law
Criminal Defense
Commercial Law
Divorce Law
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Our attorneys visit properties firsthand to develop comprehensive legal strategies
- We combine litigation expertise with transactional counsel for holistic solutions
- Committed team with decades of combined experience in local courts
- Comprehensive legal approach balancing business acumen with personal service
- Direct access to attorneys through a streamlined, technology-driven practice
What people say
Responsive and committed team
Aggressively protect clients' interests
Knowledgeable business attorney
Helpful and personable staff
Achieved desired outcomes
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice resolves property disputes, handles transactions, and represents clients in evictions and foreclosures. We address boundary issues, easements, and construction-related real estate matters. Our attorneys combine litigation experience with transactional expertise to protect client interests across residential and commercial properties.
Family Law
We handle child custody, support, adoption, and divorce proceedings with sensitivity to emotional complexities. Our attorneys advocate for clients in negotiations and litigation, focusing on long-term family relationships while protecting individual rights through enforceable legal agreements.
Business Law
Our business law services include dispute resolution, contract drafting, and entity formation. We represent clients in shareholder disputes, business sales, and contract enforcement matters. The practice combines litigation expertise with strategic counsel to help businesses achieve commercial objectives and resolve conflicts.
Construction Law
We represent construction professionals on contract disputes, liens, and project payment issues. Our experience covers commercial and residential construction litigation, contract drafting, and compliance with Michigan's construction lien act to protect clients throughout the building process.
Criminal Defense
Our defense practice handles felony and misdemeanor charges including DUI/DWI, domestic violence, and drug offenses. We provide representation at all stages from arraignment through trial, combining courtroom experience with strategic negotiation to protect clients' rights and minimize legal consequences.
People
W. Jay Brown
Attorney
Former litigation associate with Michigan's largest law firm, now focusing on business, real estate, and construction law. Graduated first in law school class, combining litigation expertise with transactional counsel.
Courtney L. Thom
Attorney
Specializes in family law, divorce, and criminal defense with former prosecutorial experience. Advocates for clients through negotiation and trial representation while maintaining a client-focused approach to sensitive legal matters.
Paige N. Brown
Attorney
Associate attorney practicing real estate, construction, and business law. Provides legal support across property transactions and commercial disputes using a practical approach to client representation.
Amber Van Pelt
Office Professional
Serves as primary point of contact for new clients, managing initial consultations and office operations with a focus on accessibility and client communication.
Questions
How does Brown Thom Law obtain results for clients?
Through hard work and preparation. Our attorneys negotiate from strength, visit dispute sites personally, and develop tailored strategies to achieve client objectives.
What defines a 21st-century law office?
Our practice uses digital case management, electronic filing, and secure systems to provide efficient, cost-effective legal services while maintaining accessibility through modern communication tools.
How are client files secured in a digital practice?
Files are protected through encrypted storage, regular local backups, and continuous off-site cloud backup with security protocols meeting legal industry standards.
Is there a fee for initial consultations?
Initial consultations with our office staff are free. Specific attorney consultations may incur fees that will be disclosed beforehand.
