Zachary A. Cunha, General Attorney in Providence, Rhode Island
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on General and Health Care
PartneratNixon Peabody LLP
Providence, RI
Practicing general in Providence since 2002.
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Zachary A. Cunha is a partner based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on General and Health Care. Zachary has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
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- Providence, RI
- Experience
- over 24 years
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- General · Health Care
- Handles General and Health Care matters from Providence, RI.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Zachary A. Cunha: Zachary A. Cunha is a partner based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on General and Health Care. Zachary has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Zachary takes on
Zachary concentrates on general and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Zachary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Providence, Rhode Island
Zachary takes general matters in Providence, Rhode Island. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Zachary agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Providence, Rhode Island
Zachary takes health care matters in Providence, Rhode Island. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Zachary agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Zachary A. Cunha — general lawyer in Providence
Zachary A. Cunha is a partner based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on General and Health Care. Zachary has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Zachary A. Cunha is a lawyer practicing federal practice, health care fraud. Zachary received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years. Zachary practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Providence, RI.
How Zachary handles general matters
Zachary A. Cunha is a lawyer practicing federal practice, health care fraud. Zachary received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years. Zachary practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Providence, RI.
Who Zachary represents
Zachary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and health care matters in Providence and the surrounding Rhode Island area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
George Washington University Law School
J.D. · 2001
Brown University
A.B. · 1998
Jurisdictions
Zachary's state bar admissions
Rhode Island
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2005 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2002 · ACTIVE
New York
2002 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2002 · ACTIVE
Zachary studied at J.D. in George Washington University Law School and A.B. in Brown University.
Law school and academic background
Zachary completed J.D. in George Washington University Law School and A.B. in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Zachary runs in Rhode Island is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Zachary A. Cunha's office in Providence
Zachary's primary office is at One Citizens Plaza, Suite 500, Providence, RI, 02903. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Zachary A. Cunha — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Zachary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Zachary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Zachary'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; Zachary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Providence, Rhode Island
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 Zachary
Zachary 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. Zachary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Zachary'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 Zachary A. Cunha
How much does it cost to hire Zachary for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Zachary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Zachary offer a free consultation?
Zachary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Zachary's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Zachary's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Rhode Island 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. Zachary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Zachary take my case if I'm outside Providence?
Zachary is licensed in Rhode Island. Matters governed by Rhode Island law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Zachary 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 Zachary?
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. Zachary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Zachary accepting new general clients right now?
Zachary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Providence, Warwick and Cranston in Rhode Island
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