Business Startup Process:
Once you have decided on the type of business you want to explore, you'll have to chose a name.  Of course you need to make sure the name is available in Georgia.  Depending on the type of company, there may be national brands already using a trademark, so be sure to consult an attorney if you aren't sure about the availability of your desired company name. 

A great resource for quickly and easily searching existing company names is again available at the Georgia Secretary of State's website.  Please note that using this site does not constitute a complete or guaranteed search, it is just a convenient and affordable resource to see if a name might be available.

Georgia Corporation Search

We know small businesses are tired and intimidated by the thought of a billable hour.  We too do not believe the billable hour is in your best business interest.  Therefore, Atkinson & Selby is proud to provide flat fee and contingent fee business litigation and business planning legal services. 

When starting your new business the impact experience and proper guidance will have on your companies future is immeasurable.

We offer affordable small business consulting and advising.  These services include but are not in any way limited to branding and trademark registrations, legal entity formations in Georgia, drafting of business plans, drafting of operating agreements and company by-laws, drafting of employment contracts, human resources advising to ensure compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity Commission rules and regulations, federal employer tax guidance, and technical guidance for acquiring property, computers, websites and other business needs.  Retaining our firm will help plan, save, and cut costs  immediately and far into the future.