Decades of Experience.
A Legacy of Trust.
Founded with a commitment to excellence and integrity, Dorbar & Associates has been guiding clients through complex legal matters for over two decades, building lasting relationships based on results and respect.
Judgment & Discretion
At Dorbar & Associates, we believe strong representation begins with listening carefully and moving deliberately. Our attorneys pair legal precision with discretion, helping clients understand risk, choose a strategy, and move forward with confidence.
Our Guiding Principles
Our Mission
To deliver clear, discreet legal guidance for clients making consequential business, family, and personal decisions.
Our Vision
To set a higher standard for boutique legal service: senior attention, practical strategy, and communication clients can trust.
Our Values
Judgment, confidentiality, preparation, and respect. These principles shape how we advise clients and handle sensitive matters.
Our Firm's Journey
Dorbar & Associates Established
Dorbar & Associates established in New York City with a focus on corporate and family law.
Legal 500 Recognition
Recognized by Legal 500 as a top-tier regional law firm, marking our emergence as industry leaders.
Expanded Practice Areas
Expanded practice areas to include commercial litigation and intellectual property, doubling our attorney team.
National Growth
Now serving 500+ clients nationwide with a team of 15 attorneys and continued recognition for excellence.
Our Leadership
Richard Dorbar
Richard founded Dorbar & Associates to provide senior-level legal judgment without the noise of a large institution. His practice focuses on business transactions, governance, and high-stakes negotiations.
David Chen
David leads litigation strategy for commercial and private-client disputes. He is known for disciplined preparation, clear risk analysis, and practical advice before matters become public conflicts.
Honored by the Institutions That Matter
We are honored to be recognized by distinguished legal associations and industry authorities for our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and exceptional client service.
Awards Received
Associations
American Bar Association
Member Since 1998
The Legal 500
Recommended Firm
Avvo Rated
Client Reviewed
State Bar Association
Licensed & Accredited
Super Lawyers
Selected Attorneys
Chambers USA
Recognized Counsel
Private & Business Clients
Years of Experience
Client Retention
Senior Attorneys
Words From Our Clients
Every engagement is built on trust. Here is what clients say about working with Dorbar & Associates.
Dorbar helped us navigate a sensitive transaction with calm judgment and practical advice. The team kept the process focused, private, and commercially sensible.
The advice was direct, compassionate, and discreet. I always understood the next step and felt protected during a difficult personal matter.
We retained Dorbar & Associates for a complex cross-border matter. Their depth of preparation and ability to anticipate the other side was exceptional. I would not hesitate to recommend them.
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