Corporate Legal Assistant — M&A & Compliance Support

D.R. Horton; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. in Arlington, TX, is seeking a Corporate Legal Assistant to support the Corporate Counsel with day-to-day matters, filings, and document management. The role emphasizes strong organization, attention to detail, and professional communication to help the legal team stay compliant and efficient.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 1–2 years in a law office preferred, and proficiency with MS Office and email. Office hours are standard with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• 1–2 years of law office experience preferred.
• Familiarity with legal documents and terminology.
• Working knowledge of Word or WordPerfect.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Organize legal documents related to corporate compliance, mergers and acquisitions, securities compliance, real estate transactions and related matters.
• Prepare and complete certain documents, federal and state filings, and other regulatory body documents.
• Establish and maintain files.
• Enter file information into legal database.
• Prepare and distribute special reports.
• Create exhibits.
• Compose letters and routine correspondence.
• Maintain department calendar and monitor critical dates.
• Sort and distribute daily mail and correspondence.
• Answer and screen all incoming phone calls.
• Respond to requests for information.
• Archive documents.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent education

Tools

MS Office

Email

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc. in Arlington, TX, is seeking a Corporate Legal Assistant to support the Corporate Counsel with day-to-day matters, filings, and document management. The role emphasizes strong organization, attention to detail, and professional communication to help the legal team stay compliant and efficient.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 1–2 years in a law office preferred, and proficiency with MS Office and email. Office hours are standard with overtime as needed.