Job Description

Keller Rohrback L.L.P. Announces Its New Law Research Assistant Fellowship:

Salary: $65,000-$75,000 per year

Keller Rohrback L.L.P. is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for the Law Research Assistant (“LRA”) fellowship. This program is designed to expose undergraduate students and recent graduates interested in pursuing a law degree, graduate study, and other career paths related to the law. This position offers a 24-month fellowship and full-time work but may be reduced to part-time with flexible hours for those attending an undergraduate academic institution. An LRA will develop deeper analytical, communication, and writing skills and create lasting connections, resulting in an invaluable toolkit.

Keller Rohrback L.L.P. is nationally recognized for its work on cutting-edge cases and high-impact litigation that makes a difference. Our practice is sophisticated and diverse and includes environmental law, public health, consumer and product liability class actions, financial fraud and securities litigation, toxic torts, and antitrust.

Current JD candidates are not eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply for a summer clerkship with Keller Rohrback. For more information about the Firm’s summer associate opportunities, please visit .

What Law Research Assistants Do:

An LRA will join teams to support Keller Rohrback L.L.P.’s plaintiffs’ complex case investigations and active litigation through collaboration with attorneys and support staff, performing a variety of research projects and other functions, including:

• Document review and organization.
• Legal and factual research and analysis.
• Prepare memos and briefing materials.
• Proofread, edit, and fact-check.
• Assist with motion, discovery, and trial preparation.

Qualifications:

• Currently attending or have graduated from an excellent academic institution in higher education.
• Have an exceptional academic record.
• Possesses strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative (self-starter).
• Work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Be a curious and lifelong learner.
• US citizenship or permanent residency is required.
• Candidates must be a resident of Arizona, California, Oregon, or Washington State.

When to Apply

Keller Rohrback L.L.P. has immediate openings. Effective 2026, the firm will recruit each spring for full-time, two-year fellow positions that begin the fall of that year.

Applicants must include the following to be considered:

Cover letter : It should include a statement of interest in the position, explaining how a research assistant position at our firm is relevant to your career aspirations and the particular qualifications and skills that make you an exceptional candidate.

Resume : It should include all educational information, including institutions attended, areas of concentration, general GPA and GPA in your major, and relevant volunteer or work experience.

Writing sample : Your writing sample should be 3-5 pages on a topic supporting your area of concentration and include technical content. Writing samples might include papers from undergraduate classes or a thesis. Excerpts from longer pieces are acceptable.

Recommendation letters : Two letters of recommendation are required, at least one from a professor in your area of concentration.

Please submit your materials by email to careers@kellerrohrback.com . No phone calls, please.

Benefits: Keller Rohrback L.L.P.’s benefits package is focused on the health and well-being of our team. Benefit package for employees working 25+ hours per week includes the following:

• Medical, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Leave benefits.
• Paid holidays.
• 401k and Profit-Sharing plans.
• Bonus.
• A hybrid work model focused on work/life balance.
• Paid transportation for onsite work.

EEOC Statement Keller Rohrback L.L.P. is committed to promoting and preserving a firm culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, life experiences, and other characteristics that make each one of us unique. At Keller Rohrback L.L.P., we believe that a diverse workforce provides greater support for our staff and attorneys, leads to better teams, enhances creativity, and better serves our clients and community.

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