Michael D. Cross Jr. - Alpharetta, GA
Attorney at Briskin, Cross & Sanford, LLC
Corporate Law Lawyers in Alpharetta, GA
33 South Main Street Suite 300 Alpharetta, GA 30009
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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26
Years
Experience
Alpharetta Corporate Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/12/2026
Areas of Practice
- Corporate Law
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Partnership and LLC Law
- Technology
- Franchise Law
- Employment Law
- Restrictive Covenants
- Commercial Real Estate
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Election Law
Attorney Information
Overview
As a Partner at Briskin, Cross & Sanford, LLC, Michael Cross brings more than two decades of experience advising privately held companies, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations in all aspects of business law. His practice spans corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, partnership and LLC law, franchise law, employment law, and commercial real estate. Known for his pragmatic and creative problem-solving, Michael helps clients structure, protect, and grow their businesses while navigating complex legal and regulatory landscapes.
Michael’s work encompasses everything from negotiating executive employment agreements and commercial leases to structuring multimillion-dollar mergers and acquisitions. He has also developed a strong niche advising nonprofit and charitable organizations on formation, governance, and tax-exempt compliance. Clients value his ability to combine deep technical knowledge with practical business insight—an approach that consistently helps them achieve efficient, results-driven outcomes.
Beyond his legal practice, Michael is a frequent lecturer and author on topics of business law, employment law, and leadership. Over his career, he has taught more than 30 continuing legal education seminars and served for eleven years as an adjunct professor, teaching courses in business law and leadership. His professional recognition includes repeated listings in Super Lawyers, Rising Stars and Georgia Trend’s Legal Elite.
An active leader in the Alpharetta community, Michael serves on the Board of Directors of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce and as Trustee and Citizen Representative for the Alpharetta Public Pension Plan. He previously served as Chairman of the Alpharetta Development Authority and as an elected member of the Alpharetta City Council. Outside the firm, he is deeply involved in youth sports and local ministry, having coached over 2,000 youth games and participated in church music and outreach for decades.
Michael earned his J.D. from Emory University School of Law in 2000 and his LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2007. He received his B.A. in Political Science from Anderson University in 1997. He is admitted to practice in Georgia and Indiana and is a Certified Retirement Plan Fiduciary.
Guided by the philosophy, “Work hard, treat people well, add an element of faith, and good things will happen,” Michael approaches every client relationship with integrity, empathy, and a commitment to delivering practical, long-term solutions.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Rated By Super Lawyers
- Lawyers of Distinction, Corporate and Transactional Law (2024, 2025)
- SuperLawyers, Rising Stars (2025)
Other Sources of Feedback About Michael D. Cross Jr.
Included on the 2026 Georgia Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2013 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2012 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2011 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2010 Georgia Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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The University of Alabama School of Law,
Tuscaloosa,
Alabama, 2007
LL.M. -
Emory University School of Law,
Atlanta,
Georgia, 2000
J.D.
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The University of Alabama School of Law,
Tuscaloosa,
Alabama, 2007
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Non Legal Education
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Anderson University,
Anderson,
Indiana, 1997
B.A.
Major: Political Science
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Anderson University,
Anderson,
Indiana, 1997
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Classes and Seminars
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Limited Liability Companies, National Business Institute, 2009
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Taxation of LLCs and LLPs, National Business Institute, 2008
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Limited Liability Companies, National Business Institute, 2008
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Trends and Developments in LLCs, National Business Institute, 2007
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Your Guide to Georgia LLCs, National Business Institute, 2007
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Is an LLC Right for You?, National Business Institute, November 2006
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Advanced LLCs and LLPs, NBI's Institute for Paralegal Education, April 2005
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The Georgia Paralegal's Role in Corporate Maintenance, NBI's Institute for Paralegal Education, September 2004
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The Legal and Ethical Environment of Business, Reinhardt College, 2001
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Ethics, Values and the Law, Reinhardt College, 2008
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Media Law, Reinhardt College, 2002 - 2004
- Buy/Sell Agreements, CLUTC, New York Life Insurance Company, 2002 - 2005
Bar Admissions
- Georgia
- Indiana
Other Affiliations
- Forsyth County Bar Association (President (2025-26), Chairman of the CLE Committee (2024-25), and Chairman of the Social Committee (2024-25))
- North Fulton Bar Association (Member of Board of Directors (2024-present))
- Honorable Marion T. Pope, Jr. American Inn of Court (Chairman of the Social Committee (2024-25))
- American Bar Association (Member (2023-present))
- Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce (Member (2023-present))
- Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (Member (2023-present))
Contact
33 South Main Street
Suite 300
Alpharetta, GA 30009
Phone: 770-609-4457
Fax: 770-410-3281
Email: Send a message
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