Construction Law & Litigation Attorney

Job Description - Litigation Attorney (2604472)

Litigation Attorney - 2604472

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 for more information.

Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Litigation Attorney . The right candidate will s upport the company’s business objectives, defend and pursue its legal interests. Manage litigation matters, including oversight and collaboration with outside counsel

Assist in responding to discovery requests, subpoenas, government inquiries, and regulatory investigations Advise internal stakeholders and senior management on legal risks associated with business activities and proposed courses of action

Work collaboratively with other members of the legal team, as well as cross-functional teams across the organization, to achieve strategic objectives, manage legal risks effectively, and effect resolution among all parties

Locate and take preliminary statements from witnesses, reviewing documents, client interviews and investigation of relevant events leading up to the dispute

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits required to maintain licensure

Maintain current knowledge of legal developments, trends, and best practices relevant to the organization’s business

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

Ability to travel overnight

degree from an accredited law school and current license to practice law is required

Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience

Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective representation and the ability to provide clear and concise business-focused legal advice

Proficiency in legal drafting for the preparation of contracts, pleadings, and briefs

Attention to detail and strong analytical skills for case analysis

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team of attorneys

Ability to multitask, work independently and carry out important projects with limited oversight

Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and a desire for learning new areas of law and regulation in a variety of jurisdictions

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; Come joina winning team with a Fortune 500 company! Medical, Dental and Vision

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays