Regional Counsel: Land Acquisition & Development

D.R. Horton; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking an Associate Region Counsel to support land acquisition and regional legal matters. The role emphasizes drafting and negotiating contracts, reviewing development agreements, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

The candidate should have a J.D. and Arizona licensure, with 5–10 years in real estate/development law, and strong MS Office proficiency. Travel may be required to support regional activities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Juris Doctoral degree (J.D.) and be a licensed attorney in the State of Arizona.
• Five to ten years of real estate / development experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email.
• Ability to sit for majority of workday, use a computer keyboard and monitor, speak and hear.
• Preferred experience with corporate or environmental law.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice related to land acquisition, development, and disposition, including drafting contracts and related documents.
• Review and revise homebuyer contract documents.
• Provide advice regarding RESPA issues, FHA/VA compliance and other issues.
• Review, negotiate and revise subcontractor contract documents and disputes.
• Review, negotiate and revise commercial lease documents for premises leased by the divisions.
• Respond to government inquiries and complaints.
• Provide advice regarding legal issues in construction, home sales and warranty.
• Investigate, negotiate and resolve homebuyer and homeowner disputes.
• Provide advice regarding various region matters and ensure that region and division policies, procedures and contracts comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Review marketing contracts and programs and draft documentation and disclosures as necessary.
• Coordinate outside counsel as necessary.
• 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.

Skills

Real estate law

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

J.D. and Arizona license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking an Associate Region Counsel to support land acquisition and regional legal matters. The role emphasizes drafting and negotiating contracts, reviewing development agreements, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

The candidate should have a J.D. and Arizona licensure, with 5–10 years in real estate/development law, and strong MS Office proficiency. Travel may be required to support regional activities.