2025 was a year of growth for Thrift McLemore. Our team and office space grew, we partnered with esp Atlanta, and we shared guidance on the legal issues affecting business, real estate, and estate planning in Georgia.
New Atlanta Office
Earlier this year, we moved into a larger suite in our existing building at 1000 Parkwood Circle SE, Atlanta, GA 30339.
The additional space gives our growing team room to work together more effectively, and the view overlooks Truist Park, Smyrna, and much of Atlanta, including downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead.
Community Partnership
We sponsored esp Atlanta’s Big Dill Pickleball Tournament, which raised funds to support individuals with disabilities throughout Georgia. Our team had a blast participating in the event and valued the opportunity to support an organization doing such meaningful work in our community.
We are proud to be a corporate sponsor and look forward to continuing our relationship with esp.
Chambers and Partners
We were honored to be recognized by Chambers and Partners in their USA Regional Spotlight Guide 2026 for Georgia.
Chambers and Partners is widely regarded as one of the most respected legal ranking organizations in the world. The USA Regional Spotlight Guide highlights boutique and mid-size firms that deliver the high-caliber legal representation often associated with larger firms while maintaining the accessibility, responsiveness, and cost-effectiveness often associated with smaller practices.
2025 Georgia Legal Insights
Our blog reflects the questions we hear most often.
In 2025, we shared practical guidance on how to talk with aging parents about estate planning, a topic often put off. We addressed timing, how to naturally start the conversation, and which parts of an estate plan often need attention before a crisis leaves families with fewer options.
We flagged an important change in Georgia law for out-of-state landlords. If you own a rental property in Georgia but live elsewhere, you may no longer be allowed to manage it yourself. We explained who the law affects, which old exemptions no longer apply, and what landlords should do to avoid compliance problems.
We also examined business partner disputes and the legal steps involved when partners separate in Georgia, including reviewing written agreements, valuing the business, negotiating buyouts, and dissolving entities when necessary. Addressing these issues early helps reduce costs, disruptions, and long-term fallouts.
We explored how well-drafted contracts can help prevent expensive, time-consuming disputes. The discussion covered why handshake deals so often end badly, when Georgia law requires agreements to be in writing, and how Georgia courts treat verbal promises.
We also highlighted Georgia’s Right to Repair Act, which governs what happens when construction problems show up after a home is built. We explained the steps homeowners must follow before filing a lawsuit in Georgia, the deadlines, and how contractors may address issues. Knowing these rules early can help homeowners protect their options and avoid unnecessary complications.
Looking Ahead
As we look toward 2026, we remain committed to helping clients make informed legal decisions across business, real estate, and estate planning.
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