Head Of Litigation

D.R. Horton, Inc.

Arlington, TX, US
Not specified; not specified; excellent benefits p...
On-site
12+ years progressive litigation experience
Manage complex high-exposure legal matters
Direct all phases of litigation and claims
D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Head of Litigation to oversee all litigation, claims management, and dispute resolution activities within the company. The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience and strong leadership skills, managing a corporate litigation team and external counsel while aligning legal strategies with corporate goals

Job Summary

  • The role serves as the senior executive responsible for overseeing all litigation, claims management, and dispute-resolution activities across the enterprise.
  • Candidates must direct all phases of litigation including case assessment, strategy development, negotiations, settlement decisions, and trial oversight.
  • The position offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and employee stock purchase plans.

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D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Head of Litigation to oversee all litigation, claims management, and dispute resolution activities within the company. The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience and strong leadership skills, managing a corporate litigation team and external counsel while aligning legal strategies with corporate goals.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years progressive litigation experience
  • Manage complex high-exposure legal matters
  • Direct all phases of litigation and claims
  • Supervise 2 or more employees
  • Select and evaluate outside counsel

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in homebuilding or construction industry
  • Fortune 500 company background
  • Crisis-response and incident-management skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to travel overnight

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
  • Proven leadership experience overseeing corporate litigation teams
  • Deep command of litigation strategy and complex case management

Work Rights

Not specified

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