About DAR Law · Traverse City
DAR Law is a boutique law firm based in Traverse City, Michigan, founded in 2017 by Cortney Danbrook, Janis Adams, and Lindsay Raymond. Originally known as Danbrook Adams Raymond PLC, the firm rebranded as DAR Law after Janis Adams retired in 2023. The firm specializes in highly focused legal areas including employment and labor law, employer defense and litigation, liquor licensing and regulation, and estate planning and administration. It emphasizes personalized, empathetic service, with attorneys handling cases personally and prioritizing client relationships over transactional approaches. The firm’s mission is to provide counsel, collaboration, and peace of mind through thorough, efficient, and caring legal representation.
DAR Law operates as a boutique legal practice in Traverse City, Michigan, offering specialized counsel in four core areas: Employment & Labor Law, Employer Defense & Litigation, Liquor Licensing & Regulation, and Estate Planning & Administration. Founded in 2017 by Cortney Danbrook, Janis Adams, and Lindsay Raymond, the firm rebranded after Adams’ retirement in 2023. With over 29 years of combined legal experience, DAR Law focuses on personalized, client-centered service, emphasizing empathy, accessibility, and proactive risk management. The firm’s approach is described as ‘one size fits all’ — instead, they tailor solutions to each client’s unique needs, especially in estate planning, where they handle wealth succession, trusts, probate, and family cottage preservation. Their team includes attorneys and a paralegal with decades of experience, and they prioritize building relationships and providing peace of mind during legal stress. The firm is located at 625 Second Street, Traverse City, MI 49684, and can be reached via phone or email.
- In business
- since 2017
- Owner
- Cortney Danbrook and Lindsay Raymond (current owners; Janis Adams retired in 2023)
- Serves
- Traverse City, Michigan
About DAR Law
DAR Law is a boutique law firm located in Traverse City, Michigan. Founded in 2017, the firm was named after its original members – Cortney Danbrook, Janis Adams, and Lindsay Raymond. After Janis Adams’ retirement in 2023, Cortney Danbrook and Lindsay Raymond continue the firm’s mission. With over 29 years of combined legal experience, DAR Law offers specialized counsel in employment and labor law, employer defense and litigation, liquor licensing and regulation, and estate planning and administration. The firm is committed to being the legal resource for counsel, collaboration, and peace of mind.
Our Services
DAR Law provides highly focused legal services in four key areas: Employment & Labor Law, Employer Defense & Litigation, Liquor Licensing & Regulation, and Estate Planning & Administration. We don’t dabble in general law — we are leaders in our fields, offering tailored, efficient, and specialized service with a personal touch.
- Employment and Labor Law
- Employer Defense and Litigation
- Liquor Licensing and Regulation
- Estate Planning and Administration
Why Choose DAR Law?
We are a boutique firm where relationships are at the core of our business. We listen, collaborate, respect, and care — and we handle cases personally. Our attorneys and paralegal bring decades of experience and empathy to every client interaction, helping you navigate legal stress with confidence and peace of mind.
- Personalized, client-centered service
- Attorneys handle cases personally
- Empathy and care in legal matters
- Proactive risk management and planning