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Stephen Michael Zaloom, Business Attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida

Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and General

AssociateatArnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP

West Palm Beach, FL

Practicing business in West Palm Beach since 2000.

26+
Years practicing
2
Bar admissions

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Stephen Michael Zaloom is an associate based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and General. Stephen has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP.

Based in
West Palm Beach, FL
Experience
over 26 years
Known for
Business · Estate Planning · General
  • Handles Business, Estate Planning, and General matters from West Palm Beach, FL.
  • Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Stephen Michael Zaloom: Stephen Michael Zaloom is an associate based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and General. Stephen has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Stephen takes on

Stephen concentrates on business, estate planning, general, poa, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Stephen takes business 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Stephen takes estate planning 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

General cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

POA cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Stephen takes poa 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in West Palm Beach, Florida

Stephen takes probate 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Stephen Michael Zaloom — business lawyer in West Palm Beach

Stephen Michael Zaloom is an associate based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and General. Stephen has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP.

Mr. Stephen Michael Zaloom is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, charitable planning, estate and trust administration and 11 other areas of law. Stephen received a degree from Georgetown University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years. Stephen practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in West Palm Beach, FL.

Working with Stephen on a business matter

Mr. Stephen Michael Zaloom is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, charitable planning, estate and trust administration and 11 other areas of law. Stephen received a degree from Georgetown University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years. Stephen practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in West Palm Beach, FL.

Who Stephen represents

Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and general matters in West Palm Beach and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Florida Levin College

    LL.M. Taxation · 2001

  • Georgetown University

    B.S.F.S. · 1997

Jurisdictions

Stephen's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2004 · ACTIVE

  • Florida

    2000 · ACTIVE

Stephen studied at LL.M. Taxation in University of Florida Levin College and B.S.F.S. in Georgetown University.

Law school and academic background

Stephen completed LL.M. Taxation in University of Florida Levin College and B.S.F.S. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Stephen Michael Zaloom's office in West Palm Beach

Stephen's primary office is at Phillips Point, West Tower, Suite 900, 777 South Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401-6163. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP

Phillips Point, West Tower, Suite 900, 777 South Flagler Drive

West Palm Beach, FL 33401-6163

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stephen Michael Zaloom — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida

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 Stephen

Stephen 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Stephen'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 Stephen Michael Zaloom

  • How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Stephen offer a free consultation?

    Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Florida 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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside West Palm Beach?

    Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?

    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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Stephen accepting new business clients right now?

    Stephen'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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