Attorney Openings
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Procopio’s attorneys provide practical legal solutions to corporate and individual clients in virtually all areas of the law. They help our clients achieve success and reach their full potential while providing unsurpassed customer service. Find our current attorney openings below.
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Procopio is seeking to hire a mid-level Transactional Tax Associate to join our Corporate & Tax Team in either our Downtown San Diego or Del Mar Heights office. Qualified candidates will have 6–8 years of experience advising on domestic transactional tax matters, with the ability to support a wide variety of corporate and real estate transactions. Ideal candidates will have experience with federal income tax structuring and analysis in connection with mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, restructurings, and other strategic transactions, while working closely with corporate and real estate teams.
Responsibilities include advising clients on U.S. federal income tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions (asset and equity transactions), partnership formations, restructurings, and recapitalizations, joint ventures and strategic investments, and real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and development transactions. The role also involves structuring and analyzing transactions involving partnerships, LLCs, and corporations; drafting and negotiating tax provisions in purchase and sale agreements, merger and contribution agreements, joint venture agreements, and financing documents; drafting and revising complex LLC Operating Agreements and Partnership Agreements, including detailed tax allocation and distribution provisions; providing tax support on sophisticated real estate joint ventures and other transactional matters; conducting tax diligence; preparing memoranda analyzing transaction structures and tax consequences; and collaborating with attorneys across corporate, real estate, and finance practices to deliver comprehensive client solutions.
This position requires experience drafting and negotiating complex transactional documents, a strong background in domestic partnership and corporate tax matters, and meaningful experience drafting and negotiating complex LLC Operating Agreements and Partnership Agreements. Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills, excellent academic credentials, a high level of attention to detail and responsiveness, and the ability to manage multiple matters while interacting directly with clients. Active California Bar admission and a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school are required. An LL.M. in Taxation is preferred but not required.
The typical salary range is $250,000 to $300,000 depending on experience. This role is also eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, bringing the potential total compensation range to $270,000–$350,000 annually. We offer significant bonus opportunities for attorneys at all levels. If your salary expectations fall outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP, again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, offers new and exciting opportunities for mid and senior level associates. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing practice at an AmLaw 200 firm that provides substantial client contact, meaningful responsibility, practice development opportunities, and long-term professional growth. Our attorneys work closely together across disciplines and are given meaningful responsibility and client exposure. We are committed to the professional development of our attorneys and to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. Procopio was certified by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing diverse attorneys into leadership roles. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion, please apply today.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Construction team at Procopio is looking for a Senior Associate or Senior Counsel to join the group in our San Diego, Del Mar Heights, or Orange County office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a top-tier practice at an AmLaw 200 firm that provides substantial client contact, leadership opportunities, practice development support, and long-term professional growth.
The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience practicing law, with the majority of that time spent in construction litigation. They should be well versed in construction law, including construction schedule delay and disruption cases, contract breach disputes, contract drafting, public works, prevailing wage matters, public bidding laws, and the Public Contract Code and Civil Code as they pertain to construction law. Experience representing both contractors and owners/developers in the construction arena is strongly preferred.
Candidates should have significant experience working in a private law firm environment and be comfortable managing matters with increasing independence. The role requires the ability to efficiently draft and oversee litigation documents, including discovery requests and responses, meet and confer correspondence, motion and trial briefs, settlement agreements, and client reports. Our strongest candidates will have meaningful deposition, court, and case management experience, including taking and defending depositions and supporting cases through trial. Trial experience is a plus.
This position requires California Bar admission and California state litigation experience. The best candidates will demonstrate strong analytical and writing skills, exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing deadlines. We are also seeking attorneys who enjoy mentoring junior attorneys, collaborating within a team-oriented practice, and contributing to client development efforts. Procopio’s Construction team values professionalism, collaboration, and strong client relationships.
The typical salary range is $250,000 to $300,000 depending on experience. This role is also eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, bringing the potential total compensation range to $270,000–$340,000 annually. We offer significant bonus opportunities for attorneys at all levels. If your salary expectations fall outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP’s Culture of Excellence and commitment to diversity and inclusion drives a positive, collaborative, and service-oriented environment. We were again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, with the Construction and Litigation groups receiving Metropolitan Tier 1 and Best Firm rankings. For the eighth straight year, Procopio’s Construction Law practice was recognized as a top practice in California by Chambers and Partners®, and for the third straight year, the practice was recognized by Construction Executive magazine in its annual Top 50 Construction Law Firms™ list. Procopio attorneys and practice groups are routinely named to various legal rankings lists, including Martindale-Hubbell®, Super Lawyers®, Best Lawyers in America®, and Ones to Watch®. Procopio was once again certified this year by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm and ranked #6 for diversity by American Lawyer magazine for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ attorneys, and those with disabilities into leadership roles.
If you are looking for a place to grow your career with credibility, purpose, and passion, please send your resume, transcripts, and writing sample (required; a Memorandum of Points and Authorities for a California state court motion is preferred) today.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Procopio seeks an Associate Attorney for its Irvine, CA office. Duties include Conduct consultations with clients to assess their financial and estate planning needs. Provide tailored legal advice and solutions. Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize clients’ tax liabilities, including income, estate, and gift taxes; Draft and review revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, wills, deeds, and powers of attorney, particularly for high net-worth clients to ensure clients’ wishes are legally protected. Guide clients and their families through the probate process and assist with estate administration matters; Perform necessary legal research using all available resources including libraries and computer data systems. Stay updated on tax laws, regulations, and legal precedents, and apply this knowledge to client cases; Draft legal documents, contracts, and agreements related to tax and estate matters; Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure comprehensive legal services are provided; Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing excellent customer service and addressing client concerns promptly; Under the guidance of Partner Attorney, formulates and issues well-founded legal opinions to clients; effectively conducts negotiations, when appropriate, to resolve matters on behalf of clients; and advises and communicates regularly with clients regarding the status of their matter. Position requires a Juris Doctor from an American Bar Association accredited law school and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation from an American Bar Association accredited law school. Position also requires admission to the practice of law in California.
Typical salary range is from $195,000 to $215,000 depending on qualifications and experience. We offer significant bonus opportunities for attorneys of all levels.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP’s Culture of Excellence and our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. Procopio attorneys and practice groups are routinely named to various legal rankings lists, including Chambers and Partners®, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Super Lawyers®. This past year Procopio was once again certified by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and lawyers with disabilities to leadership roles. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion please submit your resume, writing sample, and transcripts today.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Labor and Employment Team at Procopio is looking for a Mid or Senior Level Associate with litigation experience to join their highly successful team in our San Diego, Del Mar Heights, or Orange County office. This is an excellent opportunity to join an AmLaw 200 Firm providing substantial client contact, practice development, and professional growth opportunities. The ideal candidate has 3-8 years’ experience in wage and hour class, PAGA and representative actions experience as well as single plaintiff employment litigation. Our best candidates are both client and team centric, are comfortable handling routine court appearances, and have some experience participating in depositions and mediations. Preferred location for this position is either our San Diego or Del Mar Heights office.
This position requires California bar admission and excellent academic credentials. Qualified candidates must have strong writing, verbal, analytical and research skills. The ideal candidate will have past experience participating in moot court and/or law review or law journals. Judicial clerkship very helpful. Typical salary range is from $165,000 to $250,000 depending on qualifications and experience. We offer significant bonus opportunities for attorneys of all levels.
Procopio’s Labor & Employment Team is led by nationally recognized attorneys whose accolades include: Super Lawyers®, Best Lawyers®, and Rising Stars® for Employment. The group has a “Metropolitan Tier 1” ranking from U.S. News-Best Law Firms® in San Diego for Employment Law-Management. We believe in the professional development of our attorneys. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion, please send your resume, transcripts, and writing sample (required) today.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Procopio is seeking to hire a mid-level Associate Attorney to join our Native American Law practice group in our San Diego, Del Mar Heights, or Scottsdale (AZ) office. Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of experience handling complex transactional and regulatory matters, with a focus on gaming, commercial transactions, real estate/leasing, financings, and economic development projects in Indian Country. Ideal candidates will have experience advising tribal governments, gaming entities, developers, and other stakeholders on development and management agreements, financings, leasing matters, land-into-trust issues, and regulatory matters involving state and federal agencies.
Additional helpful experience includes tribal healthcare, employment, contracts, cultural resource protection, and water rights. Experience working with tribal governments, gaming entities, or governmental agencies is strongly preferred.
This position requires active California or Arizona Bar admission and a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Candidates must demonstrate strong drafting and negotiation skills, sound legal judgment, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The typical salary range for this position is $200,000 to $260,000, depending on experience and workload. This role is also eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, bringing the potential total compensation range to $220,000–$280,000 annually. Candidates with salary expectations outside of this range are still encouraged to apply.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP’s Culture of Excellence and our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. Procopio attorneys and practice groups are routinely named to various legal rankings lists, including Chambers and Partners®, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Super Lawyers®. This past year Procopio was once again certified by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and lawyers with disabilities to leadership roles. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion please submit your resume, writing sample, and transcripts today.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Procopio is seeking to hire a mid-level Commercial Real Estate Attorney to join our Real Estate & Tax practice group in either our San Diego or Del Mar Heights office. Qualified candidates will have 3–6+ years of experience handling a wide range of commercial real estate transactions, including purchase and sale agreements, financings, joint ventures, and complex leasing matters. Ideal candidates will have experience advising real estate investors, developers, lenders, borrowers, landlords, and tenants across a variety of asset classes, including retail, industrial, office, data center, and mixed-use projects.
This position requires active California Bar admission and a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Candidates must demonstrate strong drafting and negotiation skills, sound legal judgment, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The typical salary range for this position is $200,000 to $280,000, depending on experience and workload. This role is also eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, bringing the potential total compensation range to $220,000–$350,000 annually. Candidates with salary expectations outside of this range are still encouraged to apply.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP, again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, offers new and exciting opportunities for mid and senior level associates. Procopio’s Real Estate team is led by nationally recognized attorneys whose accolades include: Super Lawyers®, Best Lawyers®, and Rising Stars® for Real Estate. We believe in the professional development of our attorneys. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion, please apply today.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Procopio is seeking to hire a senior-level Associate with approximately 7-8 years of State and Federal corporate and commercial litigation experience to join the team in the San Diego office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing practice at an AmLaw 200 Firm providing substantial client contact, practice development, and professional growth opportunities. Candidate should have experience working in a private law firm working on business litigation (including corporate and commercial, M&A, entity governance, contracts, real estate and land use, bankruptcy). They draft motions including discovery requests and responses, meet and confer correspondence, motion and trial briefs, settlement agreements, client reports, etc. Our best candidates have argued minor motions, had other regular routine court appearances, have experience taking and defending depositions, and have assisted in trial prep.
This position requires California bar admission and excellent academic credentials. Qualified candidates must have strong writing, verbal, analytical and research skills. The ideal candidate will have past experience participating in moot court and/or law review. Judicial clerkship very helpful. Typical salary range is from $240,000 to $290,000 depending on experience. In addition, this role is eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, bringing the possible total compensation range to $290,000-$350,000 annually. If your salary expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP’s Culture of Excellence and our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. We were again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, with the Litigation Team receiving a Best Firm ranking in San Diego. Procopio attorneys and practice groups are routinely named to various legal rankings lists, including Chambers and Partners®, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Super Lawyers®. Earlier this year Procopio was once again certified by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and lawyers with disabilities to leadership roles. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion please submit your resume, writing sample, and transcripts today.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Procopio is seeking to hire a mid-level Patent Attorney to join our highly-skilled and growing Intellectual Property Team in our Silicon Valley office. Eligible candidates will have at least 3-6 years of significant experience in Patent Preparation and Prosecution work, with a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence, software-related inventions, and subject matter eligibility (§101) issues. Candidates must have a bachelor’s or advanced degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related discipline that provides a strong foundation in software and AI technologies. This position requires both California state bar admission and USPTO bar admission. Candidates will be expected to work effectively in a team-oriented culture and with professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly. Typical salary range is from $175,000 to $230,000 base depending on experience. In addition, this role is eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, bringing the possible total compensation range to $210,000-$275,000 annually. If your salary expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP’s was again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, with the Patent Law group receiving a Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking. We offer new and exciting opportunities for mid-level associates and Procopio attorneys and practice groups are routinely named atop various legal rankings lists, including Chambers and Partners®, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Super Lawyers®. Earlier this year Procopio was once again by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and lawyers with disabilities to leadership roles. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion, please apply today.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch, LLP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch, LLP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Procopio is seeking to hire a Senior Associate with approximately 7–10 years of real estate and business litigation experience to join our team in the Orange County office. This position provides the opportunity to work on complex matters for a diverse client base, with direct client contact and mentorship opportunities in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. Please note this position is an in-person opportunity, with a minimum of 4 days in office.
Ideal candidates will have experience handling commercial real estate disputes, property disputes, partnership and corporate conflicts, commercial loan litigation, and creditors’ rights matters. Candidates should have a strong litigation background, including drafting and arguing dispositive motions, taking and defending depositions, and participating in mediations, arbitrations, or trials. Excellent research, analytical, and written and oral advocacy skills are required. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to manage cases independently while working collaboratively within a team. Experience mentoring junior attorneys is a plus.
This position requires California bar admission and a strong academic record. Prior experience in a sophisticated law firm environment is preferred; candidates from government litigation backgrounds will also be considered. Typical salary range is from $240,000 to $280,000 depending on experience. In addition, this role is eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, bringing the possible total compensation range to $260,000-$350,000 annually. If your salary expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP’s Culture of Excellence and our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. We were again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, with the Litigation Team receiving a Best Firm ranking in San Diego. Procopio attorneys and practice groups are routinely named to various legal rankings lists, including Chambers and Partners®, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Super Lawyers®. Earlier this year Procopio was once again certified by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and lawyers with disabilities to leadership roles. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion please submit your resume, writing sample, and transcripts today.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Procopio is seeking to hire a mid-level Patent Agent to join our highly skilled and growing Intellectual Property Team. Ideal candidates will have 3–6 years of substantial experience in patent preparation and prosecution, with a strong focus on technology and wireless communications. A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is required.
This position requires USPTO registration as a Patent Agent. State bar admission is not required. Excellent undergraduate academic credentials are expected. Candidates should thrive in a team-oriented environment and demonstrate professionalism, strong attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced practice.
Out-of-state candidates will be considered; relocation is not required. The typical salary range for this position is $150,000 to $200,000, depending on experience and workload. This role is also eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, bringing the potential total compensation range to $165,000–$220,000 annually. If your compensation expectations fall outside of this range, we still encourage you to apply.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP’s was again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, with the Patent Law group receiving a Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking. We offer new and exciting opportunities for mid-level associates and Procopio attorneys and practice groups are routinely named atop various legal rankings lists, including Chambers and Partners®, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Super Lawyers®. Earlier this year Procopio was once again by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and lawyers with disabilities to leadership roles. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion, please apply today.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch, LLP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch, LLP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.