Division Counsel

D.R. Horton, Inc. • Smyrna, DE • 5h ago

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 atwww.drhorton.comfor more information.

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude 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

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

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

Ability to travel overnight

Handle customer disputes; coordinate with outside counsel as necessary

Provide advice regarding various other division matters

Assist in drafting job descriptions

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises 2 or more employees

Required Qualifications

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

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/*/

/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America's Builder. //#WeBuildPeopleToo/*

Job: *Legal

Organization: *Home Builder

Title: Division Counsel

Location: DE-Smyrna

Requisition ID: 2504024

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