Paralegal & Staff Openings
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Procopio is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant to support the family law group in its downtown San Diego office. The ideal candidate will have both family law paralegal and legal assistant skills for a minimum of 5+ years in a fast-paced legal environment and be comfortable working in-office 5 days a week (M-F). A paralegal certificate from an ABA approved program or equivalent is required. The role will encompass a combination of billable hour paralegal work, in addition to legal assistant responsibilities. The position will include responsibilities such as calendaring, communicating with opposing counsel and clients, scheduling/continuing hearings and mediations with the court or private judges, court filings, service of documents, preparing and/or drafting correspondence, judicial council forms and declarations, assisting with discovery, document review, preparation of DODs, screening new clients and running conflict checks. Previous experience using the MS Office Suite, timekeeping systems, and other law firm related computer programs is required.
We’re looking for a self-starter who feels comfortable working both independently and in a collaborative team environment. Must have strong administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to prioritize daily workload, as well as recognize and act on important details and deadlines. Must have the ability to work under pressure, respond quickly to changing demands, and be self-motivated. This is a true team environment, so a positive, can-do attitude is essential.
Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $75,000 – $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, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP’s Culture of Excellence and our commitment to diversity and inclusion drives a positive, collaborative, and service-orientated environment. We were again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, with the Family Law group 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 again certified by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and those with disabilities to 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.
We’re hiring an experienced Legal Assistant to support our busy Litigation team in downtown San Diego. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and bring precision, responsiveness, and a proactive mindset to your work, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a key role in supporting attorneys who handle complex corporate and commercial litigation in both state and federal courts. Ideal candidates bring at least 7 years of experience in high-volume civil litigation and are confident handling:
- Drafting and formatting pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence
- E-filing in both state and federal courts, without the use of a full-service e-filing service provider
- Maintaining attorney calendars and tracking litigation deadlines
- Communicating with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Supporting attorneys with a variety of work styles and preferences
- Assisting attorneys with logistics and materials for mediations, arbitration, or trials
To be considered, candidates must have experience supporting attorneys in commercial and business litigation; bankruptcy litigation experience preferred.
Why Work With Us?
- Hybrid work environment with flexibility to balance office and remote work.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, challenging cases in state and federal courts.
- Competitive compensation. This role typically pays $87,000-$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.
If you’re a proactive and experienced legal secretary looking to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!
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.
Recruiting Contacts
Paralegal & Staff
Shelby Thompson
P: 619.906.5634