Division Counsel (Smyrna)

Description

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.

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D.R. Horton, Inc.

is currently looking for a

Division Counsel

. The right candidate will o

versee and coordinate all division legal matters, with an emphasis on land acquisition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

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