John George works with closely-held businesses and their owners in navigating the various aspects of the business lifecycle, from start-up and capitalization, through operational and growth issues, to developing the desired exit strategy. In this capacity, John George regularly counsels clients on a wide range of topics, including entity formation and restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financings, corporate governance, regulatory and compliance matters, employee compensation and benefits, income tax planning and tax incentives, and business succession and estate planning.

John George has developed a particular focus in working on complex transactions and dealing with regulated industries, professional services firms, and franchised businesses. In addition, he has experience working within specialized areas such as private equity, captive insurance, federal government contracting programs, 501(c)(3) and other nonprofit organizations, and CARES Act programs and compliance.

Prior to attending law school, John George studied accounting at the University of Mississippi and sat for the CPA exam. While at New York University, he served as a graduate editor of the Tax Law Review, an honor afforded to select students in the school's Graduate Tax Program. This background enables him to better understand and work with clients and their team of accounting, financial and other professional advisors.