Construction Attorney

CornerStone Professional Placement; Weathersfield Township, Louisville (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

CLE reimbursement

Mentorship

Professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

CornerStone Staffing is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Attorney for a direct-hire opportunity with a boutique law firm specializing in construction law. Location: Evansville, IN or Louisville, KY with hybrid flexibility; remote opportunities may be considered for highly experienced attorneys.

Salary ranges from $115,000 to $145,000 plus bonus potential. Ideal candidate will have a strong civil litigation background and construction law exposure, offering direct access to

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active US bar license.
• 2–7 years civil litigation with construction law exposure.
• Experience in construction litigation and related disputes.
• Strong research, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex assignments independently.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex construction litigation, mediation, arbitration, and disputes.
• Manage phases of litigation including discovery, depositions, research, motions, and trial prep.
• Draft and review contracts, pleadings, and memoranda.
• Develop case strategies and provide guidance on construction disputes and risk management.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on construction matters.
• Maintain communication with clients, opposing counsel, and courts with deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Title: Construction Litigation Attorney

Location: Evansville, IN or Louisville, KY

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Attorney for a direct-hire opportunity with a highly respected boutique law firm specializing in construction law.

This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value legal matters involving major construction projects nationwide. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in civil litigation, construction-related legal experience, and a collaborative approach to client representation.

Attorneys will enjoy direct access to experienced leadership, professional development opportunities, and an attractive compensation structure with bonus potential.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex construction litigation, mediation, arbitration, and dispute resolution proceedings.
• Manage various phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, legal research, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, pleadings, and memoranda.
• Develop case strategies and provide practical legal guidance on construction-related disputes, contract matters, and risk management.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on sophisticated legal matters involving contractors, developers, and construction industry professionals.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, and courts while managing competing deadlines.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in the United States.
• 2-7 years of relevant legal experience preferred, with a background in civil litigation and meaningful exposure to construction law.
• Experience in one or more areas of construction litigation, contract disputes, construction defects, payment claims, or construction contract negotiations.
• Strong legal research, analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage complex assignments while contributing to a collaborative legal team.
• Engineering, architecture, or construction industry experience is highly desirable.

Compensation and Benefits

• Employment Type: Direct Hire, Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday-Friday; 1,500 annual billable-hour requirement
• Location: Evansville, IN (preferred) or Louisville, KY; hybrid flexibility available, with remote opportunities considered for highly experienced construction attorneys
• Salary: $115,000-$145,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience, plus eligibility for an Associate Bonus Program
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off, continuing legal education reimbursement, mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement

Desired Skills and Experience

• Construction Litigation Attorney