
Atlanta Georgia Healthcare Legal Services
The Atlanta Georgia Compliance Lawyer for Doctors & Med Practices
An Atlanta Georgia Healthcare Lawyer who gets 'it'
Edmonds Law Office is a business healthcare law firm that helps private medical practices in Georgia navigate healthcare compliance, starting and growing practices. We help Georgia medical practice owners become empowered practice owners with proactive risk-reduction strategies to avoid fines, penalties, and incompliance in the ever-changing medical regulatory landscape. We provide concierge legal services to medical heroes so they can realize their dreams of providing phenomenal patient care without overwhelm, burnout, and runaway attorney fee bills--that's lawyering without the 'ick.'
Specializing in Healthcare Compliance and Legal Services for Atlanta-Based Medical Practices
who we help
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MD / DO Physicians
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primary care, specialists, hospital-based physicians
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- NP / PA / CRNA
- advanced practice clinicians and supervision agreements
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Chiropractors
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Dental (DDS / DMD)
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practice sale/purchase and regulatory compliance
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Optometry & Ophthalmology
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Behavioral Health
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Psychiatrists, Psychologists, LCSW on telehealth & privacy issues
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Medspa & Aesthetic Practices
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medical director agreements and cosmetic service risk
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ABA Therapy Practices
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vendor contracts, billing compliance
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Practice Management Entities
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MSOs, MSAs, billing, and administrative operations
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services we provide
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Business Formation & Structure
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PC, multi-member LLC, MSO formation & governance
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Operating agreements, bylaws, shareholder/member agreements
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- Daily Operations & Employment
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Employment agreements, offer letters, non-competes
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Independent contractor / 1099 agreements, policies
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Business Associate Agreements (BAAs)
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- Compliance & Risk Management
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HIPAA policies, privacy/security audits, consent forms
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Audit support, HIPAA breach support
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- Healthcare Transactions
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Practice sale/purchase: LOI ➜ due diligence ➜ purchase agreement ➜ closing
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Joint ventures, MSO onboarding
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Physician Employment Contracts
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Physician Contract Review
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Non-compete & compensation evaluation
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Severance review & negotiations
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- Proactive Legal Compliance Solutions & Ongoing Support
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Custom Legal Protection Suites (contracts + how-tos + implementation)
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Document updates, training checklists, and implementation walkthroughs
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Healthcare Compliance and Legal Solutions Tailored for Your Atlanta Practices
At Edmonds Law, we’re not just your Georgia healthcare lawyer, we’re your legal partner defending your license, your practice, and everything you’ve worked hard for. We're here to ensure the sacrifices you, as doctors, make don't affect your practice negatively. We understand how the dedication to your patients may sometimes come at your own expense, leading to less self-care and focus. This can make your practice susceptible to issues like a Georgia Medical Board complaint. We're here to make Georgia healthcare compliances issues a problem of your past.
As a Georgia healthcare lawyer for providers, we're devoted to helping you avoid potential pitfalls before they even begin. Our goal is to transform your practice, allowing you to commit wholly to delivering exceptional care to your patients without juggling contracts and legal issues. We promise you more time for CMEs, more time with your loved ones, and peace of mind knowing Edmonds Law, the go-to Lawyer for Doctors, has got your back.
Our comprehensive range of services includes business formation, contract drafting, and negotiation for medical practice owners. We create unconventional lawyer-client relationships 'without the ick', so you can count on us to overcommunicate, learn your practice, and think of innovative ways to help you deliver exceptional patient care without sacrificing your license, legalities, fines, or your peace of mind.
So, whether you're looking for a Georgia medical practice lawyer to set-up, support, or sell your practice, Edmonds Law can help with all of your compliance legal needs. Join us for a transformative legal experience and let us handle your legal worries.
Common Legal Challenges for Atlanta Healthcare Providers
Feeling overwhelmed? Discover simple legal solutions that bring peace of mind and real results.
Is My LLC Safe?
I DIYed my LLC online, but I’m not sure it actually protects me. Forming an LLC online is easy — but keeping liability protection is where most practices accidentally fall out of compliance. Your operating agreement is the backbone of that protection. Without a well-drafted agreement that defines ownership, voting rights, distributions, and dispute procedures, you’re exposed to internal conflict and potential personal liability. Plus, Georgia requires you to follow certain business formalities to preserve liability protection — things like separating finances, documenting decisions, and keeping corporate records. We review or rebuild your structure to make sure your LLC truly shields you, not just in theory but in day-to-day practice.
Unsure About Your Offer or Severance?
I'm not sure my new employment contract or severance offer is fair. Feeling stuck with an employment or severance agreement that doesn’t protect you or reflect your worth? From negotiating fair compensation and enforceable non-competes to clarifying supervision of APPs, unclear contracts can leave you exposed. We guide physicians through contract and severance negotiations to secure terms that protect your rights and future.
Are these non-competes enforceable?
My employment contracts are pieced together and probably not compliant. Patchwork contracts create expensive problems. We create compliant, specialty-specific agreements with clear duties, compensation terms, and enforceable restrictions — written for Georgia law and your exact practice type.
Outdated Patient Consents?
Our consents and policies are outdated or incomplete. Consents and policies are your frontline defense against liability. Outdated or unclear forms create: ❌inconsistent patient understanding ❌gaps in documentation ❌room for disputes or misunderstandings ❌elevated malpractice exposure ❌regulatory non-compliance We rebuild your forms using plain-language disclosures that: ✅match Georgia regulations ✅reflect your current services ✅align with specialty-specific board expectations ✅integrate seamlessly into your EHR or tech stack Your team gets fewer questions. Your patients get clearer expectations. You get better protection.
1099 or Employee?
I’m worried my 1099 contractors are misclassified. Georgia, the IRS, and federal labor agencies each use their own tests to determine whether a worker is an employee or a contractor—and misclassification can lead to: ❌tax penalties ❌unpaid overtime claims ❌back wages ❌workers' comp exposure ❌investigations by DOL or state boards The healthcare industry is especially scrutinized because clinical roles often blur the line between employment and independent contractor status. We evaluate the actual working relationship, adjust workflows where needed, and create contracts that match real duties—protecting you from surprise audits or backpay liabilities.
HIPAA: Where to Start?
I worry we’re not HIPAA compliant, but I don’t know where to start. HIPAA isn’t just about having a privacy policy—it requires a documented, functioning compliance program that matches how your team uses tech, communicates with patients, and stores or shares PHI. Common issues we find include: ❌missing Business Associate Agreements ❌unsecured messaging or scheduling systems ❌inconsistent staff training ❌outdated breach response plans ❌telehealth workflows that don’t meet current standards We translate HIPAA into a practical, step-by-step system your team can actually follow. No jargon, no overwhelm — just clear compliance that protects your patients and your license.
Ready to Sell?
I’m thinking about selling, but I don’t know if we’re ready. Buyers pay more—and close faster—when your practice is clean, organized, and ready for due diligence. We help sellers with: ✅pre-sale compliance cleanup ✅HR file audits ✅contract review ✅documentation organization ✅identifying issues before buyers do ✅preparing answers to common due diligence questions When you’re prepared, you avoid last-minute surprises, price reductions, and failed deals. Your practice becomes more appealing, more valuable, and easier to sell.
No Time for Paperwork
I don’t have time to deal with paperwork. I need something easy. Your time is limited — so we built our process around efficiency: ✅10-minute intake in plain English ✅First draft in 10 days ✅Two rounds of revisions to tailor every detail ✅Implementation walkthrough so your team knows exactly what to do You get fully customized protection with minimal effort — without slowing down your clinic, patient care, or administrative operations.
Legal Services for Atlanta Medical Practices: Compliance Audits, Contract Reviews, and Ongoing Counsel
Real Results for Georgia Healthcare Practices: Compliance Fixes, Contract Wins & Stress-Free Support

We're not cheap.
CAN I BE HONEST?
If you're price shopping for a Georgia healthcare compliance lawyer, I promise, there are options that provide 'budget lawyering.' But, let me tell you why cheaper is not better.
I've seen first-hand the impact of a $500 contract drafted by a lawyer who only dedicated 30 minutes and copy and pasted a template from a 10-year old legal database. Guess what? It cost my client over $15K to fix sloppy lawyering. That's not how we practice law at Edmonds Law. We're a small business firm that values measuring 6x (because 2x is not enough), so we can avoid having to recut.
We provide concierge compliance healthcare legal services for Georgia medical practices. This means, you're one of a few clients with direct access to your Georgia healthcare compliance lawyer to discuss your legal questions in a few hours, because we cap our client case load to 30.
We know your time-strapped with patients, CMEs, and managing your Georgia medical practice, so we've streamlined the time investment from you. In less than 2 hours of your time, we can sure up your practice and protect your license. After a quick online form (designed to be completed in 20 minutes or less), we'll get to work eliminating loopholes and risks from your practice.
On average, we spend 10-25 hours per engagement, creating a bespoke risk mitigation strategy to protect the asset you worked so hard to earn: your license + practice. Our 3-part strategy covers: federal & state law compliance, contracts, and insurance support. The financial investment for our representation aligns with the time investment to produce air-tight contracts that protect your license, your practice, and your peace.
Our legal strategies are not just proactive and personalized, they're also designed specifically for established medical professionals like you. We're here to take the weight off your shoulders so you can do what you do best - provide phenomenal patient care.

Listen, I value your time and transparency. So, let's talk about the investment for our services.
Audit Services
We discovered his ‘1099 contractors’ were actually W-2 employees—saving him from a five-figure misclassification mess.
A psychiatry practice owner thought classification was a matter of “worker preference.” Our audit uncovered the risk, corrected it, and prevented a potential DOL + tax nightmare.
TL;DR ROI: Identified a misclassification error that could have cost the practice $25,000–$60,000+ in back taxes, penalties, and interest.
Legal Protection Suites
Her 4-page EHR ‘HIPAA template’ turned into an 80-page, fully compliant policy that actually met federal requirements.
A specialty practice owner learned her freebie policy was missing six mandatory components—including emergency preparedness and risk analyses. We rebuilt it from the ground up, fully customized and compliant.
TL;DR ROI: Preventing potential fines of $10,000–$50,000+ per HIPAA violation and protecting the practice from federal scrutiny.
Protect & Prosper Packages
We guided her concierge practice launch and negotiated construction delays—she opened on time with zero legal chaos.
Her custom patient consent suite + HIPAA system were done, but a build-out issue threatened her opening date. We stepped in, explained her rights, and helped renegotiate the timeline to keep her launch on track.
TL;DR ROI: Avoided a delayed grand opening that could have resulted in $15,000–$30,000 in lost monthly revenue—and preserved patient trust during a critical launch window.
Physician Contract & Severance Review
Her renegotiated contract increased her compensation by $40,000/year—a 40× return on her $1,000 review.
We uncovered missing shareholder terms and unreachable wRVU targets that made her bonus impossible. Renegotiation → real money, real clarity, real protection.
TL;DR ROI: Identified missing shareholder protections and renegotiated compensation for a $40,000/year increase—a 40x return on her $1,000 contract review investment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Legal Services for Georgia Doctors & Medical Practices
1) How do I know which option is right for me?
Choosing legal support shouldn’t feel like guesswork—so here’s the simplest way to decide based on where you are in your practice journey: ✔ Audit Services — “I need clarity before something becomes a problem.” Perfect for: ✅Newer or smaller practices (especially 0–3 employees) ✅Solo practitioners under 2 years in business ✅Anyone who DIY’d their contracts, consents, or HIPAA setup ✅Practice owners who feel something isn’t right but can’t pinpoint it What it solves: ✅Are your consents enforceable? ✅Are you compliant with HIPAA or licensing rules? ✅Are your 1099 workers actually W-2s? ✅Are you accidentally violating telehealth rules? Audit services help you spot issues early, prioritize fixes, and get an objective legal roadmap—without a long-term commitment. ✔ Legal Protection Suites — “I want this one area handled.” Perfect for practices that know exactly what they need, such as: ✅A complete HIPAA overhaul ✅A bulletproof patient consent system ✅Employment contracts and HR compliance ✅Medspa compliance and medical director agreements Suites give you a done-for-you compliance system for one practice area: You get custom contracts, implementation checklists, vendor recommendations, workflows, and training support—everything you need to protect that department. ✔ Protect & Prosper Packages — “I need a partner, not a one-off service.” Great for practice owners who want ongoing legal oversight during high-change seasons: Launch Phase: ✅Opening your first practice (0–2 years of ownership) ✅No employees or just beginning to hire ✅Needing formation review, patient contracts, HIPAA, lease review, and guidance as questions pop up weekly Scale Phase: ✅Adding employees or contractors ✅Opening a second location ✅Adding new practice areas or medical services ✅Wanting predictable monthly access to a healthcare lawyer who already knows your practice These include months (3 or 12) of fractional general counsel, prioritized scheduling, unlimited portal questions, and deep relationship-based support. If you don’t want to feel alone in the legal side of your practice, this is your package.
3) How do I get started?
Getting started is simple—and intentionally built to respect your time, your brain space, and the unpredictability of running a medical practice. Option 1: If you already know what you need You can get started in two clicks: 1. Select your service 2. Pay your flat fee No guessing. No back-and-forth. Within 24 hours, you’ll receive your portal invitation with personalized next steps and your onboarding timeline. Option 2: If you’re not sure which option fits Book a free Fit Call with our intake coordinator. This call is designed to help you find the offer that matches: ✅your practice phase ✅your top risks ✅your goals for the next 12 months And because we value transparency, you’ll already know the price before you speak with anyone. No surprises. No pressure.
5) I have more questions.
Please check out our detailed FAQs or schedule a free fit call. Talk soon!
2) What’s the immediate ROI of working with Edmonds Law?
Most clients see ROI before we even finish the engagement. Here’s what “ROI” looks like in real life: ✅Preventing misclassification penalties ($25K–$60K+). ✅Identifying missing bonus terms that results in $40,000+ in annual compensation increases. ✅Avoiding HIPAA fines ($10K–$50K+ per violation). ✅Preventing buildout delays that would cost $15K–$30K per month in lost revenue. ✅Protecting cash-pay practices from expensive chargebacks. ✅Preventing patient-poaching and non-compete issues that could cost you entire revenue streams. Whether you choose an audit, a suite, or a Prosper package, the ROI is the same: you prevent expensive mistakes, protect your license, and get peace of mind that you're running your practice the right way. You’re not just buying documents—you’re buying expert strategy, early detection, and legal clarity that saves you money, time, and emotional stress.
4) What's it like working with you?
What the process looks like once you’re in 1. Intake + Information Gathering You’ll complete streamlined intake forms so we understand: ✔️your specialty ✔️your workflow ✔️how you deliver care ✔️who you hire ✔️how you operate day-to-day This gives us the context most attorneys miss—and saves you from repeating yourself. 2. Deep Legal Research Behind the Scenes We do the heavy lifting. We analyze your documents, your systems, your practice model, and the specific laws tied to your specialty. Whether it’s telehealth, HIPAA, employment, medspa rules, or billing compliance—we tailor our review to exactly how you practice medicine. 3. Delivery of Your First Version (Audit or Compliance System) You’ll receive either: ✔️your audit findings and prioritized risk roadmap, or ✔️your custom-built compliance system (policies, contracts, workflows, and implementation tools) Everything is explained in plain language so it actually makes sense. 4. Strategy Sessions With Angie Using your private scheduling link, you’ll book your attorney call. This isn’t a “So… what do you want to do?” type of meeting. By the time we talk, I’ve already: ✔️identified your top risks ✔️mapped out your quickest wins ✔️prepared options to close gaps ✔️crafted recommendations to optimize your revenue cycle ✔️anticipated questions you haven’t even asked yet You walk away knowing exactly what to fix, what to ignore, and how to keep your practice protected and profitable. What clients say about working with us Our clients often tell us things like: “I finally feel like someone understands the realities of running a practice—not just the law.” – Georgia Psychiatrist “This was the first time legal advice actually felt practical. I knew exactly what steps to take.” – Concierge Medicine Provider




