Lior Zorea, Business Attorney in Palo Alto, California
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Entertainment, and General
PartneratPerkins Coie LLP
Palo Alto, CA
Practicing business in Palo Alto since 1996.
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- Years practicing
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Lior Zorea is a partner based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Entertainment, and General. Lior has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Perkins Coie LLP.
- Based in
- Palo Alto, CA
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Business · Entertainment · General
- Handles Business, Entertainment, and General matters from Palo Alto, CA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lior Zorea: Lior Zorea is a partner based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Entertainment, and General. Lior has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Perkins Coie LLP.
Areas of practice
Lior's practice areas in Palo Alto
Lior concentrates on business, entertainment, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lior handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Entertainment
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General
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M&A
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Business cases in Palo Alto, California
Lior takes business matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lior agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Palo Alto, California
Lior takes entertainment matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lior agrees to represent you.
General cases in Palo Alto, California
Lior takes general matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lior agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Palo Alto, California
Lior takes m&a matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lior agrees to represent you.
Biography
Lior Zorea, business attorney serving Palo Alto
Lior Zorea is a partner based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Entertainment, and General. Lior has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. Lior works from Palo Alto, California and takes on business matters across the region.
Lior Zorea is a lawyer practicing business, corporate finance, venture capital and 8 other areas of law. Lior received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lior practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Palo Alto, CA.
How Lior handles business matters
Lior Zorea is a lawyer practicing business, corporate finance, venture capital and 8 other areas of law. Lior received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lior practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Palo Alto, CA.
The kind of cases Lior takes
Lior reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, entertainment, and general matters in Palo Alto and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lior studied and practices
University of Michigan Law School
J.D. · 1995
Yale University
B.A. Economics · 1990
Jurisdictions
Lior's state bar admissions
California
1997 · ACTIVE
New York
1996 · ACTIVE
Lior studied at J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and B.A. Economics in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Lior completed J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and B.A. Economics in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lior runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Lior Zorea's office in Palo Alto
Lior's primary office is at 3150 Porter Drive, Palo Alto, CA, 94304-1212. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lior Zorea — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lior usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lior charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lior'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; Lior will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Palo Alto, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Lior
Lior discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Lior confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lior's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lior Zorea
How much does it cost to hire Lior for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lior walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lior offer a free consultation?
Lior charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lior's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Lior's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business 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. Lior gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lior take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?
Lior is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lior 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 Lior?
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. Lior will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lior accepting new business clients right now?
Lior's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Palo Alto, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Lior handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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