
Pepi Friedman, Business Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Franchise, and M&A · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratCohen Pollock Merlin Turner
Atlanta, GA
Practicing business in Atlanta since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Pepi Friedman is a managing partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Franchise, and M&A. Pepi has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Business · Franchise · M&A
- Handles Business, Franchise, and M&A matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Pepi Friedman: Pepi Friedman is a managing partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Franchise, and M&A. Pepi has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Pepi takes on
Pepi concentrates on business, franchise, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Pepi handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Franchise
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M&A
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Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Pepi 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 Pepi agrees to represent you.
Franchise cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Pepi takes franchise 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 Pepi agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Pepi 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 Pepi agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Pepi Friedman — business lawyer in Atlanta
Pepi Friedman is a managing partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Franchise, and M&A. Pepi has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Pepi Friedman is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business transactions, business law and 2 other areas of law. Pepi received a M.Ed. degree from Georgia State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years. Pepi practices at Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner in Atlanta, GA.
Pepi's approach to business cases
Pepi Friedman is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business transactions, business law and 2 other areas of law. Pepi received a M.Ed. degree from Georgia State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years. Pepi practices at Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner in Atlanta, GA.
The kind of cases Pepi takes
Pepi reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, franchise, and m&a matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
State University of New York at Buffalo
J.D. · 1980
Georgia State University
M.Ed. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Pepi's state bar admissions
Georgia
1983 · ACTIVE
New York
1981 · ACTIVE
Pepi studied at J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and M.Ed. in Georgia State University.
Law school and academic background
Pepi completed J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and M.Ed. in Georgia State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Pepi runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Pepi has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Pepi's professional memberships and bar associations
Atlanta and American (Member, Forum on Franchising) Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia
membership
Locations
Pepi Friedman's office in Atlanta
Pepi's primary office is at 3350 Riverwood Parkway, Suite 1600, Atlanta, GA, 30339. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner
3350 Riverwood Parkway, Suite 1600
Atlanta, GA 30339
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Client reviews of Pepi Friedman — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Pepi. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Atlanta.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Pepi Friedman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Pepi usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Pepi charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Pepi'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; Pepi 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 Pepi
Pepi 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. Pepi confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Pepi'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 Pepi Friedman
How much does it cost to hire Pepi for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Pepi walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Pepi offer a free consultation?
Pepi charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Pepi's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Pepi'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. Pepi gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Pepi take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Pepi 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 — Pepi 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 Pepi?
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. Pepi will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Pepi accepting new business clients right now?
Pepi's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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