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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 for more information.
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Litigation Attorney. The right candidate will support the company’s business objectives, defend and pursue its legal interests. Pursue alternative resolution methods using arbitration or mediation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Manage litigation matters, including oversight and collaboration with outside counsel
Perform initial Case Investigation and Assessment
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents, respond to discovery requests, and prepare for hearings, trials, and arbitrations
Advise internal stakeholders and senior management on legal risks associated with business activities and proposed courses of action
Work collaboratively with other members of the legal team, as well as cross-functional teams across the organization, to achieve strategic objectives, manage legal risks effectively, and effect resolution among all parties
Locate and take preliminary statements from witnesses, reviewing documents, client interviews and investigation of relevant events leading up to the dispute
In an attempt to eliminate the risk and cost of going to trial, engage in pre-litigation settlement discussions to resolve the conflict before going to court
Draft Pre-trial motions to strike or dismiss evidence or to change the venue or location of the trial
Participate in the Case Management Conferences to ensure both parties fully understand all issues and provide a timetable for the events leading up to the trial and the trial itself. Present a disclosure report detailing relevant documents
Participate in Pre-Trial Review to ensure both parties have complied with the previously agreed timetable and confirm the trial date
Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits required to maintain licensure
Maintain current knowledge of legal developments, trends, and best practices relevant to the organization’s business
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 (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and current license to practice law is required
Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience practicing law
Ability to negotiate and litigate cases effectively
Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective representation and the ability to provide clear and concise business-focused legal advice
Proficiency in legal drafting for the preparation of contracts, pleadings, and briefs
Attention to detail and strong analytical skills for case analysis
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team of attorneys
Ability to multitask, work independently and carry out important projects with limited oversight
Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and a desire for learning new areas of law and regulation in a variety of jurisdictions
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
First Chair trial experience
Experience handling mediations and arbitrations
Construction Law experience
Handled at least one jury trial
Handled an active litigation docket
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
Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder.#WeBuildPeopleToo
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