Franchise and Dealership Law

Our Atlanta franchise and dealership attorneys help businesses across Georgia handle complex legal requirements with confidence. We provide clear guidance on operations, disputes, and compliance so franchisees and dealers can protect their business and focus on growth.

Franchise and dealership law involves many moving parts, and the rules often differ by industry and by state. At Thrift McLemore, our Atlanta franchise and dealership attorneys work with businesses across Georgia to navigate these challenges. We provide clear, practical solutions that help franchisees and dealers strengthen operations, resolve disputes, and protect their position in the market.

Understanding Franchise and Dealership Law in Georgia

Franchises and dealerships are regulated at both the federal and state levels. Federal laws include the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) franchise rules, antitrust laws, and other statutes that can differ by industry. Georgia law adds another layer, with state statutes and common law principles that often provide important protections for dealers. These rules directly affect how you operate, how you handle disputes, and how you grow.

Our attorneys understand these overlapping laws and help you navigate them with strategies designed to protect your business and keep you in compliance.

How Our Atlanta Attorneys Support Franchisees and Dealers

At Thrift McLemore, we represent both franchisees and dealerships. Instead of focusing on one side of the distribution channel, we bring a broader perspective. This enables us to anticipate issues, leverage experience from all aspects of the industry, and deliver more effective advocacy for our clients.

Our goal is to help you:

• Reduce liability exposure

• Improve profitability

• Defend your dealership’s reputation

• Stay compliant with consumer protection laws

• Strengthen relationships with regulators and agencies

• Resolve disputes quickly and effectively

Legal advice should be proactive, not reactive. That is why we encourage our clients to involve us early. By staying connected with your business, we can reduce long-term costs, prevent disputes, and give you a clear plan when challenges arise.

Common Franchise and Dealership Issues We See

Some of the most common franchise and dealership disputes in Georgia include:

• Customers backing out of signed deals even though the dealer complied with the law

• Service customers refusing to pay by claiming the work is under warranty

• Missing or outdated contract provisions in sales or service documents

• Lemon Law claims filed by consumers

• Online defamation harming a dealership’s reputation

• Misrepresentation claims against sales or F&I employees

• Complaints filed with the DMV, BBB, or consumer affairs offices

• Improper repossession procedures after financing falls through

These issues can create financial strain and damage relationships if not handled properly. Our attorneys step in quickly to protect your rights and minimize disruption to your business.

Why Georgia Business Owners Choose Thrift McLemore

Our attorneys combine legal experience with real business insight. We see ourselves as partners in your success, which is why we focus on long-term solutions instead of quick fixes. We keep costs fair, communicate clearly, and design strategies that move your business forward.