Roy P. Zachariah, General Attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and IP
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
West Palm Beach, FL
Practicing general in West Palm Beach since 2008.
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Roy P. Zachariah is a shareholder based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and IP. Roy has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
- Based in
- West Palm Beach, FL
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- General · Health Care · IP
- Handles General, Health Care, and IP matters from West Palm Beach, FL.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Roy P. Zachariah: Roy P. Zachariah is a shareholder based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and IP. Roy has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Roy P. Zachariah
Roy concentrates on general, health care, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Roy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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General cases in West Palm Beach, Florida
Roy takes general matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Roy agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in West Palm Beach, Florida
Roy takes health care matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Roy agrees to represent you.
IP cases in West Palm Beach, Florida
Roy takes ip matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Roy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Roy P. Zachariah — Over 18 years of Florida general experience
Roy P. Zachariah is a shareholder based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and IP. Roy has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Roy P. Zachariah, a registered patent lawyer with a deep background in electrical and computer engineering, is a shareholder in the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice and advises clients of all sizes on patent, trademark, and trade secret law, including prosecution, licensing, analyses, due diligence, and litigation. Roy develops and implements strategies for constructing and managing patent and trademark portfolios, prosecutes patent and trademark applications, and assesses infringement risk and patent invalidity for his clients. Roy also negotiates and drafts intellectual property agreements, including acquisition and sale agreements, intellectual property licenses, and assignments, and also conducts IP due diligence on IP portfolios for various types of corporate transactions.
Roy’s practice includes developing and implementing patent strategies for building patent portfolios, prosecuting patents, and counseling in a number of technology areas, including: computer science, computer engineering, telecommunications, artificial intelligence and machine learning systems, electronic hardware systems and devices, medical and health care systems and devices, mechanical systems and devices, content delivery systems, cybersecurity systems, blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies, big data, business methods, and a variety of other technology areas.
Prior to entering private practice, Roy gained experience as a software engineer/programmer and business analyst for a major entertainment and sports company and performed prior art searches in the technology and licensing department of a large university.
Concentrations
IP Legal Experience
•Patent and trademark prosecution in the U.S. and abroad
•Patent prosecution and appeals
•Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) practice and procedures
•Patent and trademark portfolio development strategies
•Patent and trademark clearance, procurement, maintenance, enforcement, assignments, and licensing
•IP counseling
•IP due diligence for corporate transactions
•Patentability, infringement, and invalidity opinions
•IP litigation
Technical Experience
•General software
•Artificial intelligence, machine learning and neural networks
•Semiconductor technologies
•Big data technologies
•Mobile applications
•Cybersecurity and encryption technologies
•Telecommunications technologies, including telephony system and devices, servers, routers, switches, gateways, satellite technologies, fiber technologies, wired and wireless network and device technologies, packet switching technologies, among other telecommunications technologies
•Content delivery and distribution networks
•Navigation technologies
•Autonomous vehicles
•Robotics
•Home automation and smart devices
•Wearable devices
•Internet of things technologies
•Virtual reality and augmented reality technologies
•Virtual machines
•Object and activity monitoring and detection systems
•Processor and memory technologies
•Natural language processing technologies
•Computer-based business methods
•FinTech
•Blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies
•Social media technologies
•E-commerce technologies
•Sensor-based technologies, including radio frequency technologies and tracking technologies
•General computer hardware
•Audio devices and systems, including speakers, microphones, voice recognition systems
•Optical communication technologies
•Medical devices and systems
•Health care Systems
•Renewable energy devices and systems
•Human resource software
•Interactive surface, user interface, and display technologies
•Sporting goods and technologies
•Consumer goods and appliances
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America
•Litigation - Intellectual Property, 2026
•Patent Law, 2026
•Listed, Palm Beach Illustrated, 'Top Lawyers,' 2023-2025
•Listed, Boca Raton Observer, “Top Lawyers,” 2025
Working with Roy on a general matter
Roy P. Zachariah, a registered patent lawyer with a deep background in electrical and computer engineering, is a shareholder in the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice and advises clients of all sizes on patent, trademark, and trade secret law, including prosecution, licensing, analyses, due diligence, and litigation. Roy develops and implements strategies for constructing and managing patent…
Clients Roy works with
Roy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and ip matters in West Palm Beach and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Roy P. Zachariah's legal education and bar admissions
University of Florida Levin College of Law
J.D. Certificate · 2007
Carnegie Mellon University
B.S. Electrical · 2002
Jurisdictions
Roy's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Patent
2008 · ACTIVE
Roy studied at J.D. Certificate in University of Florida Levin College of Law and B.S. Electrical in Carnegie Mellon University.
Law school and academic background
Roy completed J.D. Certificate in University of Florida Levin College of Law and B.S. Electrical in Carnegie Mellon University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Roy runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Roy's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional & Community Involvement •Member, The Florida Bar •Member, Palm Beach County Bar Association •Member, Intellectual Property Committee •Member, American Bar Association •Member, Palm Beach Tech Association •Member, South Asian Bar Association
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Locations
Roy P. Zachariah's office in West Palm Beach
Roy's primary office is at 777 South Flagler Drive, Suite 300 East, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
777 South Flagler Drive, Suite 300 East
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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How to hire Roy P. Zachariah — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Roy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Roy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roy'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; Roy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida
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 Roy
Roy 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. Roy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Roy'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 Roy P. Zachariah
How much does it cost to hire Roy for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Roy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Roy offer a free consultation?
Roy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roy's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Roy's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Florida 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. Roy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Roy take my case if I'm outside West Palm Beach?
Roy is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Roy 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 Roy?
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. Roy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Roy accepting new general clients right now?
Roy'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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