Brian J. Robbins

Litigation - Securities

5.0 (1 reviews)

San Diego, California

32+ years experience

Robbins LLP

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

6195253990

https://robbinsllp.com/attorneys/brian-j-robbins/

5060 Shoreham Place, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92122

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Bio

Brian J. Robbins is a co-founder and the managing partner of Robbins LLP. He has committed his entire career to representing shareholders, employees, consumers, and small businesses in complex litigation. Mr. Robbins has prosecuted hundreds of cases across the country, often in leadership roles, and has achieved sizable monetary recoveries and corporate governance improvements on behalf of his clients. For his leadership and achievements, he has been recognized as a Super Lawyer every year since 2007 – many years ranking among the Top 50 Attorney in San Diego – and a Best Lawyer in America for Securities Litigation.Mr. Robbins’ achievements are proof positive that shareholder derivative actions are an important tool for keeping corporate management and fraud in check. His dedication to shareholder rights has helped propel Robbins LLP into a nationally recognized leader in shareholder rights litigation. As lead or co-lead counsel, Mr. Robbins has negotiated sweeping corporate governance reforms and numerous multimillion dollar settlements – including one of the largest securities fraud class action recoveries in San Diego’s history.Mr. Robbins received his Master of Laws in Securities and Financial Regulation from Georgetown University Law Center and his Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt Law School, where he served as research assistant to Professor Donald C. Langevoort, former Special Counsel for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in the Office of the General Counsel, and Professor Larry D. Soderquist, one of the most respected professors in the field of corporate and securities law. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology in just two and one-half years from the University of California, Berkeley. As lead or co-lead counsel, Mr. Robbins has negotiated sweeping corporate governance reforms and numerous multimillion dollar settlements – including one of the largest securities fraud class action recoveries in San Diego’s history. Mr. Robbins received his Master of Laws in Securities and Financial Regulation from Georgetown University Law Center and his Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt Law School, where he served as research assistant to Professor Donald C. Langevoort, former Special Counsel for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in the Office of the General Counsel, and Professor Larry D. Soderquist, one of the most respected professors in the field of corporate and securities law. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology in just two and one-half years from the University of California, Berkeley.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Securities

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Securities, San Diego (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions, San Diego (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Securities, San Diego (2021)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions, San Diego (2020)
Recognized: Litigation - Securities
Recognized: Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
Special Focus: Class Actions
Special Focus: Derivative Suits
Special Focus: Shareholder Activism
Super Lawyers (2007-2025)
Top Attorney, The Daily Transcript (2015)
Best of the Bar, San Diego Business Journal (2014-2016)

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016

Education

University of California Berkeley, B.A., graduated 1993
Georgetown University, L.M.M., graduated 1998
Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1997

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Reviews

Jacob Martinez

2 weeks ago

A formidable advocate who delivered justice for our shareholders

Our company faced a complex securities litigation that threatened our future. Brian Robbins and his team at Robbins LLP provided not just legal representation, but a strategic partnership. His 32 years of experience were immediately evident in his command of the intricate details and his calm, decisive guidance. The recognition he has received, like the Lawyer of the Year awards, is clearly well-earned. Brian’s deep understanding of shareholder rights and his relentless preparation resulted in a settlement that far exceeded our expectations. He is a consummate professional who genuinely fights for his clients. I cannot recommend him highly enough.