Chris Frieden, Business Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
focused on Business and M&A
Atlanta, GA
Trusted business attorney serving Atlanta.
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Chris Frieden is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business and M&A.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GEORGIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · M&A
- Handles Business and M&A matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law (2026).
About Chris Frieden: Chris Frieden is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business and M&A.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Chris takes on
Chris concentrates on business and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chris handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Chris takes business matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chris agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Chris takes m&a matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chris agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Chris Frieden — business lawyer in Atlanta
Chris Frieden is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business and M&A.
Key players in the financial services industry, including banks, mortgage companies, and wealth management and investment advisory firms, rely on Chris to guide them through business combination and securities transactions, as well as ownership transition and succession planning transactions. His knowledge is also sought on corporate governance matters and new business formation and registration.
Chris Frieden, former co-chair of Alston & Bird’s Financial Services & Products Group, focuses his practice on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and complex corporate finance transactions, including restructurings and reorganizations, in the financial services industry. Chris concentrates on transactions involving wealth management and investment advisory firms, asset managers, depository institutions, and mortgage companies. Since 2020, he has advised on 40+ wealth management M&A and investment transactions. Chris also has extensive experience in advising clients on SEC reporting and disclosure requirements, corporate governance issues, and other corporate and securities matters.
How Chris handles business matters
Key players in the financial services industry, including banks, mortgage companies, and wealth management and investment advisory firms, rely on Chris to guide them through business combination and securities transactions, as well as ownership transition and succession planning transactions. His knowledge is also sought on corporate governance matters and new business formation and registration.…
Who Chris represents
Chris reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and m&a matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Emory University
J.D. · 1999
Chris studied at J.D. in Emory University.
Law school and academic background
Chris completed J.D. in Emory University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chris runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Chris has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
Locations
Chris Frieden's office in Atlanta
Chris's primary office is at 1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309-3424. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Chris Frieden
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Chris Frieden — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chris usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Chris charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chris's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Chris will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Chris
Chris discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Chris confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Chris's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Chris Frieden
How much does it cost to hire Chris for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chris walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Chris offer a free consultation?
Chris charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chris's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Chris's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Chris gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Chris take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Chris is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Chris will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Chris?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Chris will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Chris accepting new business clients right now?
Chris's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia
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