Litigation Associate

We are looking for a Litigation Associate to join a complex federal practice. This firm has multiple offices around the country, but is looking for an Associate onsite in San Diego, California.This opportunity is well suited for an attorney with at least a year of civil litigation experience in a high-end, writing intensive practice area.The role offers meaningful exposure to sophisticated litigation work, regular collaboration with experienced partners, and a practice environment that values strong judgment, excellent writing, and high-quality advocacy.Responsibilities:• Craft litigation strategy• Preparing cases for trial• Write and appear on motions in federal courts• Correspond with clients and opposing counselProfile that would be a fit:An accounting or finance background would be wonderful! Knowing about the stock market/economy is helpful.Mass tort background is welcome.No medical malpractice, family law, workers’ compensation, or criminal. Probably not employment law either (unless class action).Strong schooling and academic performance and writing skills are important.      Perks of Company:San Diego office has almost 100 attorneys who all focus on this complex federal practice area.Top plaintiff securities litigation firm. They take pride in helping shareholders and individuals.Associates work with multiple managing partners (mentorship from multiple senior attorneys – you’re not set a practice group). You have a diverse team depending on case!Training on the practice area: one of the managing partners that does a securities litigation crash course every year, for first years or people who want it. • J.D. from a top 100 law school and active bar membership as a licensed attorney.• Approximately 1-5 years of litigation experience, with stronger alignment for candidates who have handled complex civil matters or mass tort/class action litigation.• Law review experience or a judicial clerkship viewed favorably. Strong writing skills required.• Experience practicing in federal court is strongly preferred, particularly in matters involving dispositive motions or other substantive briefing.• Knowledge of finance, accounting, capital markets, or broader economic concepts is a plus.Pay is contingent upon experience above, combined with stability on resume, quality of schooling, and fluency within the practice area.Apply by sending your resume directly to Melanie.Kent[at]roberthalf[dotcom] with "SD Associate Attorney" as the subject line.Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.