Senior Construction Attorney — Contracts & Disputes (CA)

MDS Staffing; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Construction is seeking an experienced construction attorney in Riverside, CA to join a team of construction professionals. The role requires 5–10 years of construction industry legal experience and a track record in dispute resolution and litigation.

Knowledge of HVAC, ME, heating, and new construction is essential, with CA bar membership and licensure. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating construction and government contracts, providing strategic legal counsel, preparing

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) 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.
• Knowledge of the construction industry including labor law, contracts, processes, building codes, and safety regulations is required.

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.

Skills

Strong writing

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Riverside Construction is seeking an experienced construction attorney in Riverside, CA to join a team of construction professionals. The role requires 5–10 years of construction industry legal experience and a track record in dispute resolution and litigation.

Knowledge of HVAC, ME, heating, and new construction is essential, with CA bar membership and licensure. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating construction and government contracts, providing strategic legal counsel, preparing