Attorney Openings

The Construction team at Procopio is looking for a mid level Construction Litigation Associate to join the group our Del Mar Heights office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a top tier practice at an AmLaw 200 Firm that provides substantial client contact, practice development, and professional growth opportunities.

The ideal candidate has been practicing law for 4-6 years, with the majority of that time spent in construction litigation. They should be well versed in Construction law (specifically construction schedule delay and disruption cases, contract breach, transactional contract drafting, public works, prevailing wage, public bidding laws, and the Public Contract Code and Civil Code as it pertains to construction law). Experience representing both contractors and owners/developers, in the construction arena, is a plus.

Candidate should have experience working in a private law firm and must be able to efficiently draft basic litigation documents including discovery requests and responses, meet and confer correspondence, motion and trial briefs, settlement agreements, client reports, etc. Our best candidates have experience in court and in taking and defending depositions. Trial experience is a plus.

This position requires California bar admission and California state litigation experience. The best candidates will have strong critical analytical and writing skills, a high level of attention to detail, and superior time management skills. Procopio’s Construction team has a very a team-oriented culture and requires dedication to professionalism and client relations. Typical salary range is from $175,000 to $250,000 depending on experience. We offer significant bonus opportunities for attorneys of all levels. 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 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 Construction and Litigation groups receiving Metropolitan Tier 1 and Best Firm rankings. For the eight 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+ and those with disabilities to leadership roles.

If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with credibility, purpose, and passion, please send your resume, transcripts, and writing sample (required, Memorandum of points and authorities for 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 is seeking an attorney with 2-4 years of experience in education, nonprofits, and/or public agency law. Consider this opportunity to join a dynamic practice at an AmLaw 200 Firm providing professional growth opportunities, substantial client contact, and practice development support. The ideal candidate has experience counseling on public agency transparency laws including the Brown Act, Public Records Act, and Political Reform Act, as well as experience in education. Experience with charter schools is a plus.

Exposure to nonprofit law, and laws governing TK-12 public schools (both federal and state), is helpful. Exposure to labor and employment issues is also helpful. Civil litigation experience is also a plus, including in handling writs of mandate, civil restraining orders, and/or special education due process litigation.

Our associates must be able to independently research and analyze complex legal issues and have excellent writing skills. We’re looking for creative problem solvers who are independently motivated and eager to collaborate across practice areas. Ideal candidates have prepared drafts of basic demand letters, litigation documents, governing board resolutions, and various types of client communications.

This position is anticipated to be based in any of Procopio’s California offices (Silicon Valley, Orange County, or San Diego), requires California bar admission and excellent academic credentials. Candidates must have honed their writing and research skills, be proactive, and must be able to demonstrate excellent judgment. Procopio’s Education, Nonprofits & Government group has a very a team-oriented culture and requires dedication to professionalism and responsiveness. Typical salary range is from $135,000 – $185,000 depending on experience. We offer significant bonus opportunities for attorneys of all levels. Please submit your resume, transcripts, and two+ writing samples (research memos, demand letters, and court pleadings are preferred) today.

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 and 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 certified for the once again by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and those with disabilities to leadership roles. We believe in the professional development of our attorneys. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion, please submit your application materials today.

Join Procopio’s Family Law Practice Group!

Procopio seeks an associate attorney for the Family Law Practice Group in downtown San Diego. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow in a collaborative and dynamic environment, this could be the perfect role for you!

What You’ll Do:

• Draft and respond to RFO motions with confidence.
• Prepare DODs and Income and Expense Declarations.
• Propound and respond to discovery and handle motions to compel.
• Conduct thorough legal research, analyze source documents, and assist in courtroom proceedings.
• Represent clients in RFO hearings, evidentiary hearings, and serve as second chair in family law trials.
• Hone your skills in drafting mediation and trial briefs, and attend mediations alongside experienced colleagues.

What We’re Looking For:

• 1-7 years of experience in Family Law, specifically in handling RFO motions, discovery, and declarations.
• Some courtroom experience is ideal, particularly in RFO hearings.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, especially with declarations and pleadings.
• Great interview skills to interact with clients and gather critical case details.
• A proactive, self-starting attitude with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

This is a unique opportunity to work at an AmLaw 200 firm, gaining substantial client contact and valuable courtroom exposure. You’ll collaborate with top legal professionals across various practice areas, sharpening your skills in a highly supportive and inclusive culture.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range from $145,000 to $255,000, depending on experience.
• Significant bonus opportunities for attorneys of all levels.
• If your salary expectations fall outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.

Procopio is proud of its Culture of Excellence, its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and the recognition we receive from organizations such as U.S. News – Best Lawyers® and Chambers and Partners®. We are a Mansfield Plus-certified firm, dedicated to advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ lawyers, and lawyers with disabilities into leadership roles.

If you’re passionate about family law and eager to grow your career in an award-winning firm, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, writing sample (RFO declaration is preferred), and transcripts today.

Are you a motivated attorney looking for your next career move? Join Procopio’s top-ranked Attorneys and elevate your practice with a firm that values growth, client connections, and innovation. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized attorneys at an AmLaw 200 firm known for its commitment to excellence and collaboration across practice areas. The Intellectual Property Litigation group at Procopio is growing, and we’re looking for a talented Mid to Senior Level Associate to join our dynamic team! With this role being located at any of our offices (Orange County, San Diego, Scottsdale, Silicon Valley, Washington DC), this is a fantastic chance to take your career to the next level at one of the nation’s most respected law firms.

At Procopio, you’ll get substantial client interaction, professional development opportunities, and hands-on involvement in a thriving practice. If you have 5-8 years of experience (minimum of 4 years required) in patent litigation in the life sciences industry we’d love to hear from you. The role covers all aspects of litigation, from pre-trial to post-trial, including:

• Drafting pleadings
• Managing discovery and resolving disputes
• Crafting and arguing motions
• Claim construction
• Assisting in trials and appeals
• Overall case management

What We’re Looking For:

• State Bar Admission is required
• Experience with pharmaceutical patent litigation under the Hatch-Waxman Act, medical device, chemical, etc.
• Proven ability to handle discovery, manage complex cases, and work effectively in a team
• Experience in both Federal district court and IPR proceedings
• Undergraduate degree in life sciences discipline, such as biology, chemistry, or chemical engineering.
• Strong attention to detail, solid judgment, and proactive work style
• Strong research sills (legal and factual) and strong writing skills

Why Procopio?
Our Intellectual Property Litigation group thrives on collaboration and teamwork, and we believe in providing our associates with meaningful opportunities for growth. We were recently named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list and recognized for having a record number of attorneys on the 2025 Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch® lists. We offer a competitive base salary between $175,000 and $250,000, depending on experience, plus above market bonus potential. And if your salary expectations fall outside of this range, we still encourage you to apply – we value great talent.

Diversity and Inclusion Matters
At Procopio, we’re deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’re proud to be a Mansfield Plus certified firm, actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ attorneys, and those with disabilities to leadership roles. We’re looking for individuals who are not only passionate about the law but also excited to grow in an environment that celebrates diversity.

Ready to Grow Your Career?
If you’re ready to join a firm where you can thrive, send us your resume, transcripts, and a writing sample (motion or trail brief preferred). We look forward to hearing from you!

 

Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Procopio is committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Are you a motivated attorney looking for your next career move? Join Procopio’s top-ranked Labor & Employment Team and elevate your practice with a firm that values growth, client connections, and innovation. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized attorneys at an AmLaw 200 firm known for its commitment to excellence and collaboration across practice areas.

What You’ll Do:

• Advise employers on critical employment matters, including medical leave, accommodations, wage and hour issues, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Draft and revise employment policies, procedures, and agreements.
• Conduct workplace investigations.
• Collaborate on solutions that anticipate client needs and mitigate risk.

Who You Are:

• You’ve got at least four years of experience counseling employers on employment law.
• You’re skilled at independently researching and analyzing complex issues.
• You bring strong writing, communication, and analytical skills to the table.
• You’re eager to problem-solve and work across different practice areas to deliver top-tier results.
• Bonus points if you have experience with public entities or charter schools!

 

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary ranging from $145,000 to $230,000 based on experience, with significant bonus potential.
• Professional growth with substantial client contact and practice development support.
• The chance to work with a team recognized by Super Lawyers®, Best Lawyers®, and Rising Stars®.
• A workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, and your career progression.

 

Ready to take your career to the next level? If you’re admitted to the California bar and ready to work with purpose and passion, we want to hear from you. Send your resume, transcripts, and a writing sample today to join our award-winning team. This position is located at either our Del Mar Heights or downtown San Diego office.

 

The Labor and Employment Team at Procopio is looking for a Labor & Employment Associate with litigation experience to join their highly successful team in our San Diego or Del Mar Heights 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 6-8 years’ experience in single plaintiff employment litigation as well wage and hour class and representative actions experience. Some counseling experience is a plus. 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 $205,000 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.

The Real Estate and Financial Services group at Procopio is looking for a Junior Associate to join their team in Orange County. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career at an AmLaw 200 Firm that provides client contact, professional development and opportunities to work on a variety of challenging matters, all in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years’ experience in real estate and financial services litigation and is interested in also learning transactional/lending work. Creditor Bankruptcy experience is a plus. We are looking for that unique candidate that can work independently on financial litigation matters, has strong analytical skills, a high degree of attention to detail and who wants to broaden their legal knowledge into transactional and lending matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation of loan default letters based on both monetary and non-monetary defaults in commercial loans
• Preparation of Forbearance Agreements and Loan Modification (Change in Terms) Agreements
• Preparation of complaints, law and motion, discovery requests and responses
• Represent creditors in bankruptcy matters on a national basis
• Assisting in the preparation of loan documentation for real estate secured loans

What we offer:

• Competitive salary range from $145,000 – $185,000, depending on relevant experience. We offer significant bonus opportunities for attorneys of all levels.  If your salary expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.
• The chance to work with a team of experienced real estate and financial service attorneys and develop skills in both the litigation and transactional areas.

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 and Real Estate practices receiving a Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking. 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.