Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Midland Michigan Legal Partner
Brown Law has been dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services since 2009, prioritizing personalized client care without the overhead of larger firms. Our practice is built on a foundation of active listening, ensuring our legal strategies align precisely with client objectives. With three experienced attorneys and a support professional, we specialize in real estate, family, business, construction, criminal, and commercial law, serving clients across Mid-Michigan.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our thorough case preparation, including on-site evaluations for property disputes, and our 21st-century approach to legal practice, which emphasizes technology-driven efficiency and secure document management. Recognized for our client-centric philosophy, we accept cases only where we can deliver measurable value, ensuring every client receives focused representation aimed at achieving optimal outcomes.
Services
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Business Law
Construction Law
Criminal Law
Commercial Law
Eviction Proceedings
Legal Consultation
Document Drafting
Juvenile Adjudication
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized legal service with a focus on client needs.
- Our attorneys have over 20 years of combined experience in multiple legal fields.
- We utilize a 21st-century law office approach for efficient, secure service.
- We serve Midland and surrounding communities with local expertise.
- We guarantee thorough case preparation and strategic negotiation from a position of strength.
What people say
Responsive, fought hard
Committed team
Best business attorney
In good hands
Excellent customer service
Services
Real Estate Law
W. Jay Brown provides comprehensive real estate legal services including property dispute resolution, contract drafting, and eviction proceedings. Our approach combines on-site property evaluations with litigation expertise to address adverse possession, easement conflicts, and transactional issues. Clients benefit from proactive contract drafting that anticipates future disputes while ensuring compliance with Michigan land title standards.
Family Law
Courtney L. Thom specializes in family law matters including child custody, spousal support, and adoption proceedings. We prioritize understanding client-specific needs before developing resolution strategies, whether through negotiation or litigation. Our practice addresses complex issues like parental relocation, juvenile adjudication, and enforcement of post-judgment matters across Mid-Michigan communities.
Business Law
Jay Brown offers business law services covering entity formation, contract disputes, and shareholder conflicts. We represent clients in breach of fiduciary duty cases, franchise disputes, and asset recovery matters. Our proactive approach includes drafting governance documents and advising on business sale transactions while maintaining litigation readiness for complex commercial disputes.
Construction Law
Our construction law practice handles disputes between owners, contractors, and suppliers involving payment conflicts, faulty construction, and lien enforcement. We draft construction contracts, represent clients in Builders Trust Fund Act claims, and resolve abandonment issues. The practice combines specialized knowledge of Michigan Construction Lien Act with practical dispute resolution strategies.
Criminal Law
Courtney L. Thom provides criminal defense representation for charges ranging from DUI to felony offenses. Our approach includes strategic plea negotiations and aggressive trial representation, leveraging former prosecutorial experience. We handle juvenile crimes, expungement requests, and complex cases requiring detailed understanding of Michigan criminal procedures and sentencing guidelines.
People
W. Jay Brown
Attorney
With over 25 years of legal experience, Jay Brown specializes in business, real estate, and construction law. A former litigation associate at Midland's largest firm, he founded Brown Law PLC in 2009 emphasizing technology-driven efficiency. He graduated first in his law school class and maintains active roles in local legal and community organizations.
Courtney L. Thom
Attorney
Courtney Thom brings prosecutorial experience to family law and criminal defense cases. She focuses on child custody matters and complex criminal cases, combining negotiation skills with trial readiness. Her practice emphasizes understanding client needs before developing resolution strategies that prioritize long-term outcomes.
Paige N. Brown
Associate Attorney
Paige Brown specializes in real estate and business law, supporting clients with property transactions and commercial matters. As an associate attorney, she contributes to the firm's core practice areas while developing expertise in construction law and business entity formation.
Amber Van Pelt
Office Professional
Amber serves as the firm's client services coordinator, managing initial consultations and case intake. She ensures smooth client communication and coordinates conflict checks, serving as the first point of contact for prospective clients seeking legal representation.
Questions
How does Brown Thom Law achieve successful client outcomes?
Through thorough case preparation, strategic negotiation from a position of strength, and on-site evaluations for property disputes.
What defines your 21st-century law practice?
Paperless case management, secure electronic document storage, and technology-driven communication for efficient client service.
How are client files protected?
Files are secured with dual backups: encrypted off-site servers and physical hard drives with restricted access.
Is initial consultation free?
Initial consultations with our office staff are free to determine potential for attorney-client representation.
What service areas do you cover?
We represent clients in Midland, Bay, Gladwin, Isabella, Saginaw, Clare, and Arenac counties.
