*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 an *_Attorney_* for their Legal Department. The right candidate will conduct civil lawsuits, draw up legal documents, advise clients as to legal rights, and practice other phases of law by performing the following duties. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities* * Gathers evidence in cases to formulate defense or to initiate legal action * Conducts research, interviews clients, and witnesses and handles other details in preparation for trial * Prepares legal briefs, develops strategy, arguments and testimony in preparation for presentation of case * Files brief with court clerk * Represents client in court, and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government * Interprets laws, rulings, and regulations for businesses * Confers with colleagues with specialty in area of lawsuit to establish and verify basis for legal proceedings * Advises corporate clients concerning transactions of business involving internal affairs, stockholders, directors, officers and corporate relations with general public * Prepares business contracts, pays taxes, settles labor disputes, and administers other legal matters *Supervisory Responsibilities *** Directly supervises two or more employees in the Legal Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. *Education and/or Experience* * Doctoral degree (Ph. D.) or equivalent; or more than 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Licensed Attorney 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 vision, medical and dental.*/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America's Builder. #WeBuildPeople2/* Comefollowour newest Open Jobs on Twitter andlikeus on Facebook andInstagram! **Job:** **Legal* **Organization:** **Corporate* **Title:** *Litigation/ Contracts Attorney* **Location:** *TX-Arlington* **Requisition ID:** *2406084*