Business Sale and Purchase

Our Atlanta business attorneys represent clients across Georgia and Florida, buying or selling companies of all sizes. We handle compliance, negotiations, due diligence, valuation, and contracts to protect your interests and close deals efficiently.

Buying or selling a business is one of the most important transactions an owner will face. These deals are complex and require close attention to legal, financial, and practical details. At Thrift McLemore, our attorneys represent clients across Georgia who are purchasing or selling businesses of all sizes.

We guide clients through every step of the process, including compliance reviews, negotiations, due diligence, valuation, structuring the purchase, and preparing legally binding documents. Our experience allows us to identify risks, resolve issues early, and position clients for a smooth and successful closing.

Phases of Buying or Selling a Georgia Business

Every transaction is unique, but most follow a series of critical phases. Our attorneys provide tailored guidance through each stage:

• Legal Compliance: Confirming that the business meets all local, state, and federal requirements to avoid delays or disputes.

• Pre-Negotiation: Working with you to outline key deal points and draft a letter of intent before formal negotiations begin.

• Due Diligence: Investigating liens, lawsuits, contracts, and financial health. For sellers, confirming the buyer’s financial capacity and legitimacy.

• Valuation: Collaborating with accountants to establish fair value based on due diligence findings, whether setting an asking price or making an offer.

• Purchase Structure: Advising whether to structure the deal as an asset purchase or a stock purchase, and explaining the tax, debt, and liability consequences of each option.

• Document Preparation and Filings: Drafting and finalizing agreements, non-compete clauses, licenses, contracts, and intellectual property transfers. We also file the necessary paperwork with the proper authorities and secure approvals.

How Our Atlanta Business Attorneys Protect You

Buying or selling a business involves risks that can carry lasting consequences. Our attorneys:

• Identify hidden liabilities and protect against unexpected obligations

• Draft and negotiate non-disclosure and non-compete agreements

• Conduct thorough due diligence to uncover potential risks

• Ensure you receive the full value you expect from the transaction

• Handle all required filings and approvals so the deal is legally binding and enforceable

Our Aim

Our goal is to make sure every stage of your transaction meets the highest legal standards while protecting your financial and legal interests. Whether this is your first sale or part of a larger business strategy, our team works to deliver a seamless process and a successful outcome.