*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 a*_Division Counsel-WA_*. 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
* 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
* Ability to travel overnight
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*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
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*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.
Annual Salary $140,000 - $150,000 (DOE) plus bonus potential!
We offer an excellent benefits package including:
* Medical, Vision and Dental
* 401(K)
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Flex Spending Accounts
* Life Insurance
* Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
*/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, Americas Builder. #WeBuildPeople2/*
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