Paralegal & Staff Openings
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Procopio is seeking a Business Development & Marketing Manager who will serve as the firm’s primary business development representative in the Orange County market. Based in our Irvine office, this individual will be responsible for expanding Procopio’s presence throughout Orange County by identifying new business opportunities, cultivating strategic relationships, and helping our attorneys develop meaningful connections with prospective clients, referral sources, business leaders, and influencers.
Unlike a traditional marketing role, this position is externally focused. Success will be measured by the individual’s ability to create opportunities for our attorneys through networking, relationship development, market intelligence, and active participation in the Orange County business community.
The ideal candidate is deeply connected within the Orange County business community and possesses an established network of professional relationships. They understand how business is developed through trust, credibility, and personal connections, and enjoy bringing people together.
Qualified candidates should have at least seven or more years of business development, relationship management, sales, or client development experience within professional services, legal services, commercial real estate, financial services, consulting, economic development, or a related industry.
Procopio’s Culture of Excellence drives a collaborative and service-oriented environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of our culture. Procopio has been recognized by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for advancing diverse attorneys into leadership roles and has been consistently ranked among the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms.
Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $120,000 – $200,000, depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefits program, including medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, an Employee Assistance Program, firm wellness incentives, a 401(k) profit-sharing program, and a generous paid time off policy. There are also opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the Firm.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any basis protected by law.
Procopio has an immediate opening for a full-time Litigation Docketing Assistant at either of our Del Mar or Downtown San Diego office. This person will provide crucial support to attorneys by ensuring timely and accurate court docketing and calendaring from various courts and jurisdictions. The Docketing Assistant must interpret and advise on applicable civil rules and procedures; knowledge of State and Federal Rules.
Responsibilities include:
Review and analyze docketing requests and associated documents and accurately calculate critical dates and related deadlines.
Learn and demonstrate knowledge of court rules and procedures in several jurisdictions.
Research dates as needed to supplement automated calculations.
Update existing docket entries and review work product to ensure quality control.
Generate and distribute various Docket and customized reports upon request.
Proofread and review calendar entries to ensure accuracy.
Work with Litigation Docket Manager to communicate docketing policies and procedures to support staff and lawyers in assigned offices; work with individuals to address any associated problems or concerns.
Monitor updates of court rules and procedures.
Collaborate in the docketing process by monitoring assigned docketing inboxes for receipt of docketing requests and coordinating with case team members as needed.
Provide continuous information and support to attorneys and support staff regarding docketing policies and docketing process.
Maintain current knowledge of Federal, State and local rules and civil procedure.
To be successful in this role, Docketing Assistants have the ability to prioritize high-volume workloads, manage competing priorities, and recognize and act on important details. Our top candidates are proactive and self-motivated Docketing Assistants work both independently and in a team, and have strong administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills and operate with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Skills/Abilities and Experience:
Wide-ranging familiarity of litigation processes, court rules and procedures.
Ability to research, analyze and summarize issues in writing. Must possess skills to support analysis and summary of findings.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make sound judgments.
Ability to work independently in a high volume, fast-paced environment, and sort priorities with minimum level of supervision while still meeting deadlines and business objectives.
Demonstrate a keen sense of urgency to requests from attorneys, clients, or other team members.
Ability to self-manage and work independently in a remote, hybrid, or in-office setting.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate or experience/education.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in docketing.
Experience computing deadlines for state, federal and appellate courts and in various agencies across jurisdictions.
Experience with rules-based calendaring software preferred.
Our commitment to service and dedication to our clients will require the candidate to have excellent customer service skills and a passion for their work. Regardless of your role in the Firm, all employees demonstrate our Procopio Service Strategy that helps drive Procopio’s Culture of Excellence resulting in a positive, collaborative, and diverse working environment. 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 offers generous total compensation packages.
Typical pay range is from $67,000 – $75,000 annual depending on experience. If your salary expectation is outside this range we still, encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, and options for flexible spending/health savings accounts. We have Firm-paid and supplemental life and disability insurance. We have a great Employee Assistance Program and offer a 401k profit-sharing program after 12 months of consecutive employment. Additionally, we offer paid holiday, vacation, and sick days.
We’re hiring an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant / Litigation Legal Secretary to support a busy Intellectual Property Litigation team in our downtown San Diego office. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive litigation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting complex, high-stakes matters.
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a key role in supporting attorneys handling sophisticated intellectual property and complex commercial litigation matters in federal courts and administrative forums. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, responsive, and capable of managing a heavy litigation desk with competing deadlines.
Responsibilities include:
- Drafting, formatting, proofreading, and managing pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, correspondence, and other litigation documents
- Handling heavy district court e-filing, including federal court filings without the use of a full-service e-filing vendor
- Maintaining attorney calendars and tracking litigation deadlines across multiple matters
- Communicating professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors
- Assisting attorneys with logistics and preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, trials, and case strategy meetings
- Supporting matters involving coordinated or complex litigation procedures, including JCCP matters where applicable
- Assisting with matters before the International Trade Commission (“ITC”), or learning ITC procedures and filing requirements as needed
- Collaborating closely with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative team members to support the overall needs of the practice group
What We’re Looking For
- At least 7 years of litigation legal assistant or litigation legal secretary experience within a law firm environment
- Intellectual property litigation experience strongly preferred; substantial federal court filing experience will also be considered
- Experience with district court e-filing and federal litigation procedures required
- Familiarity with JCCP or other complex litigation matters preferred
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
- Flexibility and willingness to work occasional late hours to support filing deadlines and trial needs
- Ability to work in the San Diego office at least three days per week
- Interest in or ability to support billable work is a plus
Procopio’s Culture of Excellence drives a collaborative and service-oriented environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of our culture. Procopio has been recognized by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for advancing diverse attorneys into leadership roles and has been consistently ranked among the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms.
Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $85,000 – $100,000+ depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefit program includes: medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, including options for flexible spending/health savings accounts. We have a great Employee Assistance Program and firm incentives for wellness program participation, as well as an excellent 401k profit-sharing program and generous time off policy. There are also opportunities for advancement within the group.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any basis protected by law.
Procopio is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Operations & Administration Assistant to join our Operations & Facilities team in our Downtown San Diego office. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role provides day-to-day administrative and operational support across the firm and helps ensure key processes, projects, and initiatives are completed efficiently and accurately.
The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced professional services environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across departments, solving problems, keeping projects on track, and supporting the operational needs of a growing law firm.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with the firm’s expense report process, including preparation and submission of expense reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm policies, and auditing expense reports.
- Coordinate logistics and materials for operations-related meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, meeting materials, and follow-up.
- Maintain and update content within Partner Portal, ensuring information is accurate, current, and accessible.
- Maintain organized records, trackers, and documentation supporting firmwide operational initiatives.
- Assist with coordinating and tracking office books, supplies, and materials to ensure timely updates and distribution.
- Support records transfer processes by organizing documentation and coordinating with relevant teams in accordance with firm procedures.
- Assist with the implementation and administration of the firm’s travel program.
- Reporting, Projects & Process Improvement
- Assist with data collection and reporting for operational metrics, dashboards, and team updates.
- Monitor and follow up on action items, deadlines, and deliverables from meetings and operational projects.
- Support process improvement initiatives by documenting workflows, updating standard operating procedures and policies, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
- Provide administrative support for firmwide initiatives, special projects, and other operational priorities.
- Assist with risk management and claims-related activities, including tracking payments and coordinating meetings with insurance carriers.
- Perform ad hoc administrative and operational duties as assigned.
- Communications & Presentation Support
- Provide presentation support, including formatting slides, compiling content, and ensuring consistency with firm branding and templates.
- Assist with creating job aids, training materials, and other internal resources.
- Assist with drafting internal communications and announcements, ensuring information is clear, professional, and consistent.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Accounting, IT, Records, and Practice Management, to support firmwide operational needs.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- Prior administrative, operations, or professional services experience preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Strong follow-up skills and a high level of accountability.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional, courteous, and service-oriented approach.
- Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships across departments.
- Basic accounting aptitude and comfort working with financial information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Experience with document management systems such as iManage or similar platforms is a plus.
- Experience creating and formatting presentations, job aids, or training materials using established templates is a plus.
Procopio’s Culture of Excellence drives a collaborative and service-oriented environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of our culture. Procopio has been recognized by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for advancing diverse attorneys into leadership roles and has been consistently ranked among the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms.
Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $58,000 – $64,500, depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefits program, including medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, an Employee Assistance Program, firm wellness incentives, a 401(k) profit-sharing program, and a generous paid time off policy. There are also opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the Firm.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any basis protected by law.
Procopio is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property practice. We are looking for a technically strong patent professional with experience in electrical engineering, electronics, computer engineering, hardware, software, and related technologies. The position may be filled at the Patent Agent, Associate, Senior Associate, or Special Counsel level depending on experience.
Location: Any Procopio Office / Hybrid
Compensation
The anticipated compensation range is $190,000-$325,000, based on experience, qualifications, technical background, and ability to independently manage sophisticated patent work, including performance-based incentive compensation,
What You’ll Do
- Draft and prosecute sophisticated U.S. patent applications involving electrical, electronics, hardware, software, AI, and related technologies.
- Develop prosecution strategies for 35 U.S.C. § 101 eligibility issues, particularly for software, AI, and computer-implemented inventions.
- Work directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel.
- Manage patent matters and portfolios with a high degree of independence.
- Conduct invention harvesting and develop portfolio and prosecution strategies.
- Coordinate international patent prosecution.
- Use AI-assisted patent tools and workflows to improve efficiency and quality.
Qualifications
- Preferably 4+ years of substantive patent drafting and prosecution experience.
- USPTO registration; attorney candidates must also be admitted to a U.S. state bar.
- Technical background in electrical engineering, electronics, computer engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, physics, or a related discipline.
- Strong patent drafting skills and ability to understand complex technologies.
- Meaningful § 101 experience, including drafting applications and claims with eligibility considerations in mind and responding to § 101 rejections.
- Experience with sophisticated technology companies, substantial patent portfolios, and direct interaction with in-house counsel is preferred.
Procopio’s IP practice works at the forefront of innovation, helping emerging technology companies and global industry leaders protect their most important technologies. You will work on cutting-edge technologies, take meaningful ownership of client matters, and collaborate with an experienced team of patent attorneys and agents.
Procopio’s Patent Law group has received a Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking from U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms, and Procopio attorneys and practices are routinely recognized by Chambers and Partners®, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Super Lawyers®. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of our culture. If you are looking to grow your career with purpose and passion, please apply today.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch, LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
Procopio is seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Assistant to join our dynamic IP team in any of our California offices (San Diego, Del Mar Heights, Irvine, or Palo Alto). This is a hybrid role with an in-office requirement of 3 days per week. This position will provide intellectual property prosecution support to IP attorneys and clients and will be an integral part of our mission to deliver exceptional IP services to our clients.
The Senior IP Assistant is responsible for supporting U.S. patent prosecution, including preparing and filing patent applications, Information Disclosure Statements, formal documents, office action responses, issue fees, and other standard prosecution documents. The Senior IP Assistant may also prepare and file PCT filings; coordinate international filings and prosecution matters with foreign associates; review and report incoming communications from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign intellectual property offices, and participate in the quality control process for patent filings.
In addition, the Senior IP Assistant will manage deadlines, prepare docket reports, maintain electronic records, provide coverage for teammates, assist with the completion billing process, and track and enter time spent on billable projects. The position has a 1,300-hour annual billable requirement.
The ideal candidate is an experienced IP professional with exceptional organizational, communication, and prioritization skills. Candidates must be detail-oriented, able to exercise sound judgment and critical thinking, and comfortable independently managing a high volume of work while collaborating with attorneys, staff, clients, and foreign associates.
Qualified candidates must have experience supporting Asia Pacific clients and should have at least five years of U.S. intellectual property prosecution experience. Two or more years of administrative and/or legal support experience is also preferred. Strong computer skills and expert knowledge of Microsoft Office programs are required, along with experience using USPTO systems. Familiarity with IP docketing systems is preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Procopio’s Culture of Excellence drives a collaborative and service-oriented environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of our culture. Procopio has been recognized by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for advancing diverse attorneys into leadership roles and has been consistently ranked among the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms.
Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $80,000 – $125,000, depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefits program, including medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, an Employee Assistance Program, firm wellness incentives, a 401(k) profit-sharing program, and a generous paid time off policy. There are also opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the Firm.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any basis protected by law.
Procopio is seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Assistant or Paralegal to join our dynamic IP team in any of our California offices (San Diego, Del Mar Heights, Irvine, or Palo Alto). This is a hybrid role with an in-office requirement of 3 days per week. This position will provide intellectual property prosecution support to IP attorneys and clients and will be an integral part of our mission to deliver exceptional IP services to our clients.
The Senior IP Assistant or Paralegal is responsible for supporting U.S. patent prosecution, including preparing and filing patent applications, Information Disclosure Statements, formal documents, office action responses, issue fees, and other standard prosecution documents. The Senior IP Assistant or Paralegal will also prepare and file PCT filings; coordinate international filings and prosecution matters with foreign associates; review and report incoming communications from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign intellectual property offices, and participate in the quality control process for patent filings.
In addition, the Senior IP Assistant or Paralegal will manage deadlines, prepare docket reports, maintain electronic records, provide coverage for teammates, assist with the completion billing process, and track and enter time spent on billable projects. The Senior IP Assistant position has a 1,300-hour annual billable requirement. The Paralegal position has a 1,450-hour annual billable requirement.
The ideal candidate is an experienced IP professional with exceptional organizational, communication, and prioritization skills. Candidates must be detail-oriented, able to exercise sound judgment and critical thinking, and comfortable independently managing a high volume of work while collaborating with attorneys, staff, clients, and foreign associates. Candidates with experience supporting life science clients are preferred.
Qualified candidates should have at least five years of U.S. intellectual property prosecution experience. Two or more years of administrative and/or legal support experience is also preferred. Strong computer skills and expert knowledge of Microsoft Office programs are required, along with experience using USPTO systems. Familiarity with IP docketing systems is preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Procopio’s Culture of Excellence drives a collaborative and service-oriented environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of our culture. Procopio has been recognized by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for advancing diverse attorneys into leadership roles and has been consistently ranked among the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms.
Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $80,000 – $130,000, depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefits program, including medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, an Employee Assistance Program, firm wellness incentives, a 401(k) profit-sharing program, and a generous paid time off policy. There are also opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the Firm.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any basis protected by law.
Procopio is seeking a Senior Applications & Reporting Analyst (Finance & Risk) to join the team in our Irvine office in Orange County on a hybrid work schedule. The Senior Applications & Reporting Analyst will play a key role in supporting the firm’s financial systems, reporting infrastructure, and business operations. This position is responsible for the oversight, optimization, and performance of the firm’s financial management and intake/conflicts platforms, while delivering reporting and analytics that support strategic decision-making across Finance, Risk, Practice Teams, and Firm Leadership.
Responsibilities include administering and supporting the firm’s Intapp ecosystem and Aderant platform, managing system updates and integrations, and developing dashboards and reporting tools that provide insights into billing, collections, attorney activity, client trends, and other key business metrics. This role will also support budgeting and financial reporting initiatives, contribute to data quality and governance efforts, and help identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and the use of emerging legal technology and AI tools.
The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in analytics, business systems, or reporting, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment. Strong experience with Intapp, Aderant, advanced Excel, and reporting or business intelligence tools is highly preferred. Candidates should possess excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, leadership, and business professionals across the firm.
Procopio’s Culture of Excellence drives a collaborative and service-orientated environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. Earlier this year Procopio was certified for the second straight year by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and lawyers with disabilities to leadership roles. Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP was again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, with multiple practice groups receiving Metropolitan Tier 1 and Best Firm rankings. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion, please apply today.
Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $145,000 – $175,000+ depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefit program includes: medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, including options for flexible spending/health savings accounts. We have a great Employee Assistance Program and firm incentives for wellness program participation, as well as an excellent 401k profit-sharing program and generous time off policy. There are also opportunities for advancement within the group.
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 discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Contacts
Paralegal & Staff
Val De La Torre
P: 619.525.3857