Division Counsel

D. R. Horton; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Division Counsel to oversee and coordinate all division legal matters with a focus on land acquisition in Schaumburg, IL. The role requires a JD and 5–7 years of experience, with licensing in good standing and strong drafting skills.

You will draft contracts, review title and development documents, coordinate with outside counsel, and manage internal approvals while assisting with HR, safety, and compliance matters for the division.

Qualifications

• JD required and licensed attorney in good standing.
• 5–7 years of experience in relevant law.
• Must be able to work with outside counsel and internal teams.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Experience with land acquisition, zoning and development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on land acquisition, entitlements, zoning, and development.
• Draft land purchase contracts and negotiate with seller’s counsel.
• Coordinate with Region/Corporate counsel and internal contract approvals.
• Assist with title, land development documents, and closings.
• Review homeowner association documents and marketing contracts.
• Support division human resources on policies and safety programs.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Land use knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Legal analysis

Effective communication

Education

Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.)

Tools

MS Office

Email

Job description

Job Description - Division Counsel (2603269)

Job Description

Division Counsel - 2603269

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.

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

• 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
• Primary focus on drafting of land purchase contracts and related legal negotiations with seller’s counsel.
• Establish strong relationship(s) with Region/Corporate counsel; assist Division in the internal contract approval process.
• Assist with title and land development documents, as well as 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.
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in corporate or environmental law
• Ability to multi-task and attention to detail

Benefits

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
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

Salary Range: $150,000 - $250,000

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