Construction Law Attorney

Riverside, CA (Metro Area) | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: $200k-$300k
An established construction-industry company specializing in HVAC, Mechanical Electrical, Heating & New Construction is seeking an experienced Construction Attorney to join its legal team. This role provides world-class legal representation and contract guidance to internal construction professionals, playing a key part in protecting the company from liability and payment risks.
Review, modify, and create construction contracts, government contracts, and contractor agreements to protect against general liability and payment protection issues
Provide legal counsel by analyzing client situations, defining needs, and determining proper strategy and course of action
Prepare legal documents such as correspondence, motions, pleadings, briefs, and claims
Resolve construction claims and disputes involving contracts, construction defects, torts, payments, bond claims, and liens, avoiding 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 coordinate with clerks on client billing, meetings, and case wrap-up
degree from an accredited law school
Active member of the ABA/local bar association in California
Licensed to practice law in California
Current knowledge of the construction industry, including labor law, contracts, processes, methods, building codes, and safety regulations
Knowledge of HVAC, Mechanical Electrical, Heating & New Construction
5 - 10 years of litigation experience and dispute resolution as a defense attorney or general counsel
~ Specialty in construction law strongly preferred

This position offers the opportunity to provide world-class legal representation and contract writing within an established team of construction professionals.
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