Division Counsel

*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at more information.

**D.R. Horton, Inc.* is currently looking for a Division Counsel *. The right candidate will oversee and coordinate all division legal matters, with an emphasis on land acquisition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide legal advice related to land acquisition, land use, entitlement, zoning, and development, including reviewing and drafting contracts, title and land development documents, and other related documents; working with the title company, municipalities, and special districts; handling closings; consulting with and coordinating with outside counsel

• Primary focus on drafting of land purchase contracts and related legal negotiations with seller’s counsel.

• Establish strong relationship(s) with Region/Corporate counsel; assist Division in the internal contract approval process.

• Assist with title and land development documents, as well as other related documents; working with the title company, municipalities, and special districts; handling closings; consulting with and coordinating with outside counsel

• Review and revise homebuyer contract documents; advise regarding RESPA issues, FHA/VA compliance and other home sale issues

• Review and revise homeowner association documents and provide advice on homeowner association issues. Review marketing contract and programs; draft documentation as necessary

• Assist in managing division litigation, including coordination with outside counsel regarding active and potential litigation matters; the provision of documents and information pertinent to active or potential litigation; attendance at hearings, settlement conferences, and related proceedings

• Assist and advise the Division Human Resources Manager with manager training regarding employment policies and practices

• Assist and advise the Division Human Resources Manager regarding safety programs, the review and revision of manual and written policies, and safety issues including OSHA

• Review and revise subcontractor contract documents, handle disputes

• Provide advice regarding employment matters and issues

• Provide advice regarding legal issues in construction and warranty

• Handle customer disputes; coordinate with outside counsel as necessary

• Provide advice regarding various other division matters

• Assist in drafting job descriptions

• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May have supervisory responsibilities

Education and/or Experience

• Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.)

• Five to seven years of experience and/or training

• Must be a licensed attorney and in good standing with state bar association(s) of which you are a member

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications

• Proficiency with MS Office and email

• Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision

• The noise level is generally moderate

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in corporate or environmental law

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to multi-task and attention to detail

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

Salary Range: $150,000 - $250,000

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Job: * Operations

Organization: * Home Builder

Title: Division Counsel

Location: Illinois-Schaumburg

Requisition ID: 2603269