Construction Litigation Attorney — Trials, Arbitration & Risk

Decker Jones, P.C.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Litigation Attorney in Texas to support the company’s business objectives and defend its legal interests. The right candidate will manage litigation matters, oversee outside counsel, and pursue settlements when appropriate.

Required: Juris Doctor, current license, minimum five years of litigation experience, strong writing and oral advocacy, and ability to work with cross-functional teams. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and current license to practice law is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience practicing law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective representation and clear business-focused legal advice.
• Proficiency in legal drafting for contracts, pleadings, and briefs.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters, including oversight and collaboration with outside counsel.
• Perform initial Case Investigation and Assessment.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents, respond to discovery requests, and prepare for hearings, trials, and arbitrations.
• Advise internal stakeholders and senior management on legal risks associated with business activities and proposed courses of action.
• Work with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives and manage legal risks.

Skills

Litigation

Negotiation

Legal research

Communication skills

Contract drafting

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

MS Office

Email

DRH applications

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Litigation Attorney in Texas to support the company’s business objectives and defend its legal interests. The right candidate will manage litigation matters, oversee outside counsel, and pursue settlements when appropriate.

Required: Juris Doctor, current license, minimum five years of litigation experience, strong writing and oral advocacy, and ability to work with cross-functional teams. Travel may be required.