Atty. Sean E. Fennelly

Atty. Sean E. Fennelly

Sean Fennelly’s clients know they can rely on him when it comes to getting deals done. As an experienced transactional attorney, his focus is on acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and creating joint ventures, in both the real estate and corporate fields.

Atlanta Atlanta 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Sean E. Fennelly at a glance

Sean E. Fennelly is a health care attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Parker, Hudson, Rainer & Dobbs LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2000) and Florida (2001). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1999) and United States Military Academy (B.S., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Sean Fennelly’s clients know they can rely on him when it comes to getting deals done
  • As an experienced transactional attorney, his focus is on acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and creating joint ventures, in both the real estate and corporate fields
  • His driven, client-centered approach enables those he represents to close deals creating lasting value
  • Sean has represented clients in more than one hundred acquisitions, joint ventures, and divestitures over the last decade, many of which included both transactional and real estate-related components
  • In recent years, Sean has closed just under 60 transactions with a combined market value of almost $500M in more than twenty states
  • An additional area of experience involves leasing and related real estate matters, for national retail clients as well as healthcare clients
  • With an MBA, Sean brings focus and deep industry understanding to each client matter
  • The nature of the transactions Sean works on often require extensive knowledge in not just deal negotiations and corporate matters, but also real estate, regulatory matters, corporate and tax matters, licensure, and due diligence
  • His work often covers not only the drafting and negotiation of the primary transaction documents (asset purchase and/or stock purchase agreements), but also all work on ancillary deal agreements
  • These often include professional services agreements, employment agreements, management or transition services agreements, joint venture and holdco operating agreements, medical director agreements, real estate leases, and representation and warranty insurance
  • Sean is devoted to seeing client transactions through to closing, staying intimately involved in all aspects of the deal
  • He is committed to having a full understanding of the moving pieces and issues that arise during the diligence and negotiation process
  • His experience and diligence help his clients rapidly complete and close transactions and identify new opportunities
  • With a responsive and thorough style of communication and the ability to internalize the business needs of clients, Sean is uniquely positioned to help businesses realize their objectives
  • Prior to joining Parker Hudson, Sean was honored to have the opportunity to serve as a law clerk for the Honorable J.L
  • Edmondson, a Circuit Court Judge on the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
  • Sean also served as an Infantry Officer with the United States Army’s First Cavalry Division, rising to the rank of Captain and successfully completing the United States Army Ranger School and Airborne School

Practice Areas Explained

Sean E. Fennelly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sean E. Fennelly handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sean E. Fennelly

Where is Sean E. Fennelly's law office located?
Sean E. Fennelly's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Parker, Hudson, Rainer & Dobbs LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean E. Fennelly handle?
Sean E. Fennelly focuses on health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Sean E. Fennelly practiced law?
Sean E. Fennelly has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Sean E. Fennelly go to law school?
Sean E. Fennelly earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1991); (M.B.A.).
How can I contact Sean E. Fennelly for a consultation?
You can contact Sean E. Fennelly directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Sean E. Fennelly received?
Sean E. Fennelly's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1999
B.S.
United States Military Academy
- 1991
M.B.A.
Wake Forest University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — © for Health Care Law (2021-2026)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2000
Florida
Admitted: 2001

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