*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 atwww.drhorton.comfor more information. *D.R. Horton, Inc.*is currently looking for a*_Region Counsel_*. The right candidate will oversee and coordinate all region’s legal matters with emphasis on land acquisition. Advise the Region President on all acquisition matters involving the divisions within the region. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Provide legal advice related to land acquisition and development, including drafting contracts and related documents, working with division personnel, handling closings, consulting with and coordinating outside counsel as necessary * Review and revise homebuyer contract documents; advise regarding RESPA issues and other issues * Review and revise subcontractor contract documents, handle disputes * Review safety programs, review and revise manual and written policies, handle safety issues including OSHA * Review marketing contract and programs; draft documentation as necessary * Provide advice regarding employment matters and issues; assist in drafting job descriptions; handle disputes, draft policies, involve 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 * Coordinate outside counsel as necessary * Provide advice regarding legal issues in construction and warranty * Provide advice regarding various other region matters *Supervisory Responsibilities* * May have supervisory responsibilities *Required Qualifications* * Jurist Doctoral degree (J.D.) or equivalent * More than ten years of related experience and/or training * Licensed attorney * 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 to finger, 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* * 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, Vision and Dental * 401(K) * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Flex Spending Accounts * Life Insurance * Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays *Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder.* *#WeBuildPeople2* Followus on social media @hortoncareers for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up to date job listings! LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram **Job:** **Legal* **Organization:** **Home Builder* **Title:** *Region Counsel* **Location:** *TX-Richmond* **Requisition ID:** *2405669*