Riverside Construction Attorney — Employee-Owned, Safety-Driven

Joseph Michaels International; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International in Riverside, CA, seeks an experienced Construction Attorney to join our team. You will review and draft complex construction contracts, advise on disputes, and manage risk across high-value projects.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of litigation experience, strong writing skills, and current California bar membership. This on-site role offers growth within a dedicated practice.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of litigation experience in construction law or as general counsel.
• Active California bar membership and admissibility to practice law in CA.
• Strong writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, modify, and draft construction contracts and government contracts to protect clients.
• Provide strategic legal counsel and risk assessment for construction projects.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and client communications.
• Resolve disputes; mediate, negotiate, arbitrate, or litigate as needed.
• Supervise staff and coordinate with billing and case closure tasks.

Skills

Litigation experience

Construction law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

Joseph Michaels International in Riverside, CA, seeks an experienced Construction Attorney to join our team. You will review and draft complex construction contracts, advise on disputes, and manage risk across high-value projects.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of litigation experience, strong writing skills, and current California bar membership. This on-site role offers growth within a dedicated practice.