Counsel Law and Compliance

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

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

Benefits
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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