Business and Corporate Formation

Our Atlanta business attorneys help Georgia entrepreneurs and startups launch with confidence. We guide you through the process of forming an LLC, incorporating your business, and drafting agreements, ensuring your business gets off to the right start.

Forming a new business is exciting, but choosing the proper structure is one of the most important decisions you will make. At Thrift McLemore, our Atlanta business formation attorneys have helped hundreds of entrepreneurs, startups, and corporations across Georgia form and grow their companies. We take the time to understand your vision and help you create the right foundation for growth.

Why Entity Selection Matters

The business entity you select will impact your day-to-day operations, liability exposure, and tax treatment. Our Georgia business attorneys combine extensive experience in business law with a practical understanding of what it takes to run a company in Georgia. Whether you are launching a new venture in Atlanta or restructuring an existing business, we provide strategic guidance that aligns your legal structure with your long-term goals.

How Our Atlanta Business Formation Attorneys Can Help

Our attorneys prepare and file all documents required to register your new entity with the State of Georgia. We also create the foundational documents that ensure your business operates smoothly and in compliance with the law, including:

• Corporate bylaws and operating agreements

• Partnership agreements

• Initial corporate minutes and shareholder agreements

• Registered agent services

• Foundational governance documents tailored to your business model

Working with an experienced Atlanta business lawyer ensures your company starts strong and avoids costly mistakes down the road.

Types of Business Structures in Georgia

Our attorneys will guide you through the pros and cons of each business entity, enabling you to make an informed decision about which option is best for you. The most common business structures in Georgia include:

General Partnerships

Simple to set up but risky in terms of liability. We draft clear partnership agreements to protect your interests.

Corporations (S Corporations and C Corporations)

Ideal for businesses that need liability protection and plan to raise capital. Our corporate attorneys handle incorporation, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.

Limited Liability Companies (LLC)

The most popular business structure in Georgia, LLCs combine liability protection with flexible tax treatment. We handle LLC formation and prepare operating agreements that define ownership and management rights.

Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP)

Often used by professionals such as attorneys, accountants, and consultants. We ensure compliance with Georgia partnership laws and create agreements that safeguard partners.

Our Aim

At Thrift McLemore, we take the time to understand your business vision, leadership team, and operational needs. Our goal is to create a business structure that supports growth today and adapts as your company expands. From Atlanta startups to established corporations throughout Georgia, we provide clear, strategic, and practical business law guidance.