Construction Attorney

Tom Trese Networking LLC; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tom Trese Networking LLC in Riverside, CA seeks an experienced Construction Attorney to join a team of construction professionals. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of litigation experience and is licensed to practice law in California, with proficiency in construction law and related codes.

Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts, providing strategic counsel, and handling disputes to resolve matters efficiently while coordinating with staff and clients.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Active CA bar membership (ABA/local) is required.
• 5–10 years of litigation and dispute resolution experience preferred.
• Specialization in construction law is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry laws, codes, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review, modify and draft construction contracts and government contracts.
• Provide strategic legal counsel and case assessment for clients.
• Prepare pleadings, briefs and claims; manage litigation and arbitration when needed.
• Mediate, negotiate, arbitrate and argue motions in court on behalf of clients.
• Supervise staff and coordinate client billing and case wrap-up.

Skills

Writing skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Commercial awareness

Education

J.D. degree

Bar admission (CA)

Job description

Employee-Owned. Safety-Driven. Builder Focused.

Construction Attorney Job Description

We are looking for an experienced construction attorney to join our established team of Construction Professionals. We are a plumbing and heating company in the Riverside, California metro area. The ideal candidate should have 5 - 10 years of construction industry legal experience and a proven track record of favorable dispute resolution and litigation experiences. Knowledge of HVAC, Mechanical Electrical, Heating & New Construction is also required. Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills are needed as you will work closely with our team to provide them world-class legal representation and contract writing Must be licensed to practice law in California.

Location - Riverside, California (Metro Area)

Construction Attorney responsibilities

• Review, modify, and create construction contracts, government contracts, and contractor agreements that protect from potential general liability and payment protection issues
• Provide legal counsel to clients by analyzing their situation, defining their needs, and determining a proper strategy and course of action
• Prepare legal documents, such as correspondence, motions, pleadings, briefs, and claims on behalf of the client
• Resolve construction claims and disputes regarding contracts, construction defects, torts, payments, bond claims, and liens to avoid litigation and arbitration where possible
• Mediate, negotiate, arbitrate, litigate, and argue motions on behalf of clients during legal proceedings in court
• Supervise tasks assigned to administrative staff and paralegals and work with clerks to set up client billing, meetings, and wrap up of case projects

Construction Attorney qualifications

• Completion of an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree is required
• Must be an active member of the ABA/local bar association in California
• 5 - 10 years of litigation experience and dispute resolution as a defense attorney or general counsel is desired
• Specialty in construction law is strongly preferred
• Current knowledge of the construction industry including labor law, contracts, processes, methods, building codes, and safety regulations is required
• Ability to handle heavy caseload with little supervision
• Strong writing skills, decision-making, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are necessary

Construction Attorney compensation - $200k-$300k