Wayne, PA, 19087, USA
1 day ago
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 atwww.drhorton.comfor 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 • 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 to finger, 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, 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, America’s Builder.* *#WeBuildPeople2* * * * * Follow us on social media @hortoncareers for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up to date job listings! LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram **Job:** **Legal* **Organization:** **Home Builder* **Title:** *Division Counsel* **Location:** *Pennsylvania-Wayne* **Requisition ID:** *2501611*
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