Thrift McLemore delivers the full spectrum of corporate law services to businesses of every size and structure, including corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and non-profits.

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Our corporate attorneys bring extensive experience to every stage of the business life cycle. We focus on practical solutions, meticulous planning, and strong legal foundations so you can focus on running and growing your business.

We routinely advise on day-to-day matters of corporate governance and the mechanisms for maintaining control and managing risk. We can also advise on maintaining good corporate standing and obtaining the necessary qualifications to conduct business in the State of Georgia.

Whether our clients are small local businesses or large international corporations, our corporate law attorneys are knowledgeable and experienced in all corporate legal matters.

Corporate Governance

Strong corporate governance is essential to the health and longevity of any business. It shapes decision-making at every level and impacts owners, shareholders, employees, and customers alike.

Our attorneys have extensive experience with governance for both publicly traded and privately held companies. We help build strong foundations that reduce the risk of costly issues down the road, and we are ready to step in when challenges arise. Whether it is a compliance issue, a shareholder dispute, or a reputational crisis, we work quickly to manage risk, resolve problems, and implement safeguards for the future.

We cover all aspects of governance, including fiduciary responsibilities, financial reporting, board composition, management succession, disclosure obligations, takeover bids, shareholder rights, conflicts of interest, and executive compensation.

Strategic Long-Term Business Planning

Long-term success does not happen by accident. It requires careful planning, smart decision-making, and adaptability. Our attorneys work directly with you to understand where your business stands today and where you want it to be tomorrow.

We assist with market research, inventory cost analysis, and financial management strategies, as well as the legal structuring that supports your growth. Whether you are launching a new venture or leading an established company, we provide customized legal solutions to align with your mission and values while driving measurable results.

From strategy creation and implementation to ongoing monitoring and outcome reviews, we guide you through the planning process so you can focus on running and growing your business with confidence.

Business Alliances & Joint Ventures

At Thrift McLemore, our corporate attorneys have guided clients through successful alliances and joint ventures in both the public and private sectors. We understand the legal, financial, and operational complexities involved and use that knowledge to protect your interests and position you for long-term success.

Our clients turn to us for help with:

  • Entering new markets
  • Securing funding for research and development
  • Bringing new technologies, products, or services to life
  • Expanding marketing reach for existing offerings

We take the time to understand where your business is today and where you want it to go. That insight allows us to deliver legal strategies that not only address immediate opportunities but also strengthen your position for the future.

Whether you are a small business owner exploring your first partnership opportunity or a large corporation negotiating a complex joint venture, you will receive the same level of focus, attention, and commitment from our team. We treat your success as our own, and our goal is to give you the clarity, confidence, and legal foundation you need to move forward with confidence.

To learn more about how we can support your strategic partnerships, contact us today.

Our Business Law Practice Areas Include:

Our Aim

At Thrift McLemore, we deliver more than legal advice. We partner with our clients to provide strategic, practical, and results-driven counsel that supports every stage of the business journey.

Our corporate attorneys work with businesses of all sizes, from startups to global corporations. Regardless of the scale, we bring the same level of dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to helping you achieve your goals. We take the time to understand your business, your challenges, and your vision for the future, so every recommendation is tailored to you.

Transparency is at the heart of how we work. Clients know where they stand, what to expect, and how each decision serves both their immediate needs and long-term objectives. This approach fosters relationships built on trust and proven results.

We can assist with everything from forming a new business entity to defining the relationships and rights of owners and shareholders. As your business grows, we are there to navigate new opportunities, resolve issues, and prepare for the future with business succession planning and exit strategies that protect your interests.

Our business and corporate legal services include:

  • Formation and operation of corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and non-profit organizations
  • International trade, including customs laws, compliance, import/export controls, and related regulatory requirements
  • Information technology licensing and management
  • General corporate governance of day-to-day operations
  • Employment, including benefit planning, compensation, and labor unions
  • Real estate, including leases and environmental regulations
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Finance, including secured loan facilities as well as off-balance sheet financing
  • Maintaining good corporate standing
  • Human resource management
  • Business succession planning
  • Achieving qualifications to conduct business in the State of Georgia
  • Franchising
  • Shareholder relations
  • Securities regulation
  • Exit strategies
  • Dispute resolution
  • Antitrust
  • Licensing
  • Creditor relations
  • Tax planning, including local and federal tax law
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Atlanta

  • 1000 Parkwood Cir. SE, Ste. 950 Atlanta, GA 30339

  • Tel: (678) 882-0830
  • Fax: (678) 623-5872

Macon

  • 5400 Riverside Drive, Ste. 103 Macon, GA 31210

  • Tel: (478) 663-9664
  • Fax: (678) 623-5872

Fort Lauderdale

  • 501 East Las Olas Blvd., Ste. 200 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301

  • Tel: (954) 281-5578
  • Fax: (954) 281-5568

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