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Lee Popkin

Lee Popkin

USA 2026

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Lee Popkin is a trial lawyer in Proskauer's Litigation Department, co-head of the Mass Torts & Product Liability group, and a member of the Trial Strategies practice. Recognized as “an emerging go-to talent,” by Chambers USA, Lee has significant experience trying high-stakes cases in state and federal courts throughout the country. Her diverse practice spans complex commercial, product liability, and antitrust litigation and includes clients in the pharmaceutical, agricultural, consumer product, sports, and financial services industries.

Lee’s clients rely on her to handle all phases of litigation—from pre-litigation risk assessments through trial and resolution. They value her talent for simplifying complex issues, building credibility with judges and juries, and delivering thoughtful, strategic solutions.

Lee also devotes significant time to pro bono matters, and was recognized by KIND for her work representing two sisters from El Salvador fleeing gang violence.

Before joining Proskauer, Lee served as law clerk to the Honorable Sarah S. Vance of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. She received her J.D. cum laude from Harvard Law School.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: General Commercial - New York

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial
Lee Popkin is a strong performer in a wide range of complex commercial disputes, with recent experience handling product liability and trademark infringement litigation.

Strengths

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  • Lee is a really strong leader and a great trial lawyer. She is unflappable, great with clients and great at adjusting on the fly.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Lee has excellent strategic judgment.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Lee is an extremely smart and skillful lawyer who is sharp on her feet.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

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