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Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Cunningham, Business Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Over 26 years of legal practice

Atlanta, GA

Practicing business in Atlanta since 2000.

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Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Cunningham is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business. Jeffrey has over 26 years of legal experience.

Based in
Atlanta, GEORGIA
Experience
over 26 years
Known for
Business
  • Handles Business matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
  • Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).

About Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Cunningham: Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Cunningham is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business. Jeffrey has over 26 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jeffrey takes on

Jeffrey concentrates on business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Cunningham — business lawyer in Atlanta

Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Cunningham is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business. Jeffrey has over 26 years of legal experience.

Jeff Cunningham serves as outside general counsel to growth-phase businesses. He enjoys helping entrepreneurs design ambitious deals and buy, build, and sell profitable companies. He often represents companies that do not have internal legal departments. His clients include closely held businesses, emerging businesses, and established companies in a range of industries, including manufacturing and distribution, business and professional services, construction, and technology.

Jeff advises clients through all phases of the business life cycle, from start up to operations to exit. He has assisted clients with choice of entity, business plan development, capital raising (debt and equity), and equity and ownership agreements, as well as commercial transactions and agreements, intellectual property licensing, consulting services, tax structuring, business acquisitions, joint ventures and other corporate partnership transactions. For clients ready to exit their businesses, Jeff has provided strategic planning, marketing, sale, and post-transaction counsel. He regularly represents both borrowers and lenders in asset-based, cash flow, and other lending transactions.

Jeffrey's approach to business cases

Jeff Cunningham serves as outside general counsel to growth-phase businesses. He enjoys helping entrepreneurs design ambitious deals and buy, build, and sell profitable companies. He often represents companies that do not have internal legal departments. His clients include closely held businesses, emerging businesses, and established companies in a range of industries, including manufacturing…

Clients Jeffrey works with

Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Georgia State University

    JD · 1999

  • Georgia State University

    MBA · 1996

  • Vanderbilt University

    B.S. - Economics · 1992

Jurisdictions

Jeffrey's state bar admissions

  • Georgia

    2000 · ACTIVE

Jeffrey studied at JD in Georgia State University, MBA in Georgia State University, and B.S. - Economics in Vanderbilt University.

Law school and academic background

Jeffrey completed JD in Georgia State University, MBA in Georgia State University, and B.S. - Economics in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Jeffrey has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).

Locations

Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Cunningham's office in Atlanta

Jeffrey's primary office is at 1230 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1230 Peachtree Street NE

Atlanta, Georgia 30309

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Cunningham — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey'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; Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey

Jeffrey 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. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jeffrey'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 Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Cunningham

  • How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?

    Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey'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. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?

    Jeffrey 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 — Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey?

    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. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jeffrey accepting new business clients right now?

    Jeffrey'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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