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Procopio has an immediate opening for a full-time Intellectual Property (IP) Docketing Specialist at our Downtown San Diego office. The Specialist will work directly with the intellectual property attorneys and paralegals to monitor actions due for patent and trademark filing and prosecution. On a regular basis the Docketing Specialist is responsible for processing incoming postal/electronic foreign and domestic mail from the USPTO and foreign associates; updating critical information in the docketing database and maintaining its accuracy to ensure quality of records; generating docket reports and queries; liaising with and handling inquiries from attorneys, paralegals and secretaries effectively; and assisting with various other administrative duties. Several years of experience in patents and/or trademark prosecution is required as is several years of administrative support experience. Familiarity with IP docketing systems or experience docketing is required.
Successful IP Docketing Specialists have the ability to prioritize daily workload, as well as recognize and act on important details and deadlines. Our top candidates have at least 2 years’ experience in patent and trademark prosecution within a law firm an additional 2 years in administrative support. They also have the ability to work under pressure, respond quickly to changing demands, and are self-motivated with the capability to work both independently and as part of a team. They also have strong administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills. Typical pay range is from $83,000 – $105,000 depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply.
Procopio’s Culture of Excellence drives a positive, collaborative, and service-orientated environment; we easily exemplify our Procopio Service Strategy. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. 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. Procopio attorneys and practice groups are routinely named to various legal rankings lists, including Chambers and Partners®, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Super Lawyers®. 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.
The firm offers generous total compensation packages. 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 Firm-paid and supplemental life and disability insurance. We offer a 401k profit-sharing program after 12 months of consecutive employment. Additionally, we offer paid holiday, vacation, and sick days.
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.
If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion, please apply today!
We’re hiring an experienced Legal Secretary 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:
- Formatting pleadings, briefs, and legal correspondence
- E-filing in both state and federal courts
- Calendaring deadlines and court dates
- Preparing expense reports and entering attorney time
- Communicating with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Supporting attorneys with a variety of work styles and preferences
To be considered, candidates should have supported attorneys practicing in similar litigation areas.
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.
Are you a seasoned litigation secretary with a passion for your work? Join us and bring your expertise to a team that values excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. Our Construction Litigation Team at Procopio is seeking a highly experienced, detail-oriented, and dynamic professional to join our well-established team in our Del Mar Heights location.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and transcribe legal correspondence, pleadings, memoranda, reports, and forms.
- Perform e-filing across various state and federal jurisdictions (CA, NV, AZ, including Riverside, Northern California, and federal courts).
- Proofread and edit legal documents for accuracy, completeness, grammar, and proper formatting.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical files, locate and retrieve information, and manage correspondence.
- Handle client communications, screen calls, and arrange appointments and conferences.
- Prepare engagement letters and assist with case administration tasks under attorney or paralegal direction.
- Enter attorney time and manage billing processes.
- Perform calendaring and prepare expense reports.
- Arrange for reproduction, distribution, and county recording of legal documents, including mechanics’ liens and government code claims.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in a high-volume, fast-paced civil litigation environment.
- Extensive experience with e-filing systems such as TruFiling, One Legal, CM/ECF, and Odyssey
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong familiarity with state and county filing systems (multi-county experience preferred).
- Exposure to complex litigation cases, breach of contract claims, lien foreclosures, and government code claims.
- Experience with construction litigation is highly desirable.
What We’re Looking For:
- A team player with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- A confident, competent, and flexible professional eager to learn and grow with our team.
- Someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is highly responsive, and is detail-oriented.
Why Join 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.
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.
Recruiting Contacts
Paralegal & Staff
Jessie Kaffai
P: 619.525.3854