Division Counsel

D.R. Horton; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. in Albuquerque seeks a Division Counsel to oversee division legal matters, with emphasis on land acquisition, development, and entitlements. You will review contracts, title documents, and HOA issues while coordinating with outside counsel and internal teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor, 5–7 years of experience, is licensed in good standing, and can manage multiple projects, risk assessment, and HR/safety matters, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• JD required with bar admission in good standing.
• 5–7 years of experience and/or training in corporate or land use law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to coordinate with outside counsel and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on land acquisition, entitlements, zoning, and development; review contracts and land development docs.
• Review and revise homebuyer contracts and HOA documents; advise on RESPA and FHA/VA issues.
• Assist in managing division litigation and coordinate with outside counsel on active or potential matters.

Skills

Legal drafting

Communication

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.)

Licensed attorney in good standing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

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 at www.drhorton.com for more information.

Division Counsel

The right candidate will oversee and coordinate all division legal matters, with an emphasis on land acquisition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 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

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May have supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications

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

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

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