George David Zalepa, General Attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
focused on General, IP, and Patent
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Florham Park, NJ
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George David Zalepa is a shareholder based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Patent. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Florham Park, NJ
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- Handles General, IP, and Patent matters from Florham Park, NJ.
About George David Zalepa: George David Zalepa is a shareholder based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Patent. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters George takes on
George concentrates on general, ip, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case George handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
George takes general matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before George agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
George takes ip matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before George agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
George takes patent matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before George agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet George David Zalepa — general lawyer in Florham Park
George David Zalepa is a shareholder based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Patent. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
George David Zalepa focuses his practice on intellectual property and technology matters. His experience includes drafting and prosecuting patent applications in fields ranging from computer science to electrical engineering. George has wide-ranging experience in the technology industries including web applications, networking and wireless technologies, cellular and satellite communications, telephony, image processing, and mobile devices and software.
George regularly advises clients on a variety of matters involving technology transactions, including software licensing and IP due diligence in connection with mergers and acquisitions. He has a wide range of experience in the areas of traditional software licensing, VAR agreements, white label agreements, SaaS/PaaS/IaaS agreements, privacy policies, terms of services, strategic alliances, and many other commercial relationships. In addition to prosecution experience, George is an experienced litigator focusing primarily on patent litigation and commercial litigation. He has represented numerous clients in federal district courts throughout the nation both representing patent owners and defendants. In addition to his legal experience, George is an experienced software developer, specifically with web applications. He utilizes that expertise to build and deploy software solutions to augment the firm’s legal expertise and increase the efficiency and productivity of his practice.
After earning his degree in computer engineering from Boston University, where he focused on ASIC and FPGA design, George was a Patent Examiner with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. While at the patent office, he worked in the Processor Architecture and Instruction Processing Art Unit prosecuting technologies including, branch prediction, VLIW and SIMD systems, FPGA architectures and multi-threaded processing.
Concentrations
•Intellectual property litigation
•Patent prosecution
•Technology
The attorney is providing legal services through and affiliated with Greenberg Traurig, LLP, a New York Limited Liability Partnership. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, IAM Patent 1000, Prosecution, 2024-2025
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, 'Ones to Watch,' 2021-2026
•Intellectual Property Law, 2022-2026
•Litigation - Intellectual Property, 2021-2022, 2026
•Litigation - Patent, 2022, 2026
•Listed, New Jersey Law Journal, 'New Leaders of the Bar,' 2023
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, New Jersey Super Lawyers, 'Rising Stars,' 2015-2016 and 2020-2023
George's approach to general cases
George David Zalepa focuses his practice on intellectual property and technology matters. His experience includes drafting and prosecuting patent applications in fields ranging from computer science to electrical engineering. George has wide-ranging experience in the technology industries including web applications, networking and wireless technologies, cellular and satellite communications,…
The kind of cases George takes
George reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, ip, and patent matters in Florham Park and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York Law School J.D. cum laude New York Law School J.D. 2012 Online Staff Editor New York Law School J.D. New York Law School Law Review
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Boston University
B.S. Computer · 2005
George studied at — in New York Law School J.D. cum laude New York Law School J.D. 2012 Online Staff Editor New York Law School J.D. New York Law School Law Review and B.S. Computer in Boston University.
Law school and academic background
George completed — in New York Law School J.D. cum laude New York Law School J.D. 2012 Online Staff Editor New York Law School J.D. New York Law School Law Review and B.S. Computer in Boston University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice George runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
George David Zalepa's office in Florham Park
George's primary office is at 500 Campus Drive, Suite 400, Florham Park, NJ, 07932. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
500 Campus Drive, Suite 400
Florham Park, NJ 07932
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How to hire George David Zalepa — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with George usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
George charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain George's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; George will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for George
George discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. George confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
George's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about George David Zalepa
How much does it cost to hire George for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. George walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does George offer a free consultation?
George charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain George's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check George's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. George gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can George take my case if I'm outside Florham Park?
George is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — George will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with George?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. George will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is George accepting new general clients right now?
George's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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