Hiring: Head of Litigation Company: D.R. Horton Location: Arlington, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:22:12 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office, Workday About the job Experience: •Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction •12+ years of progressive litigation experience, including significant experience managing complex, high-exposure matters •Proven leadership experience overseeing corporate litigation teams or serving as lead counsel •Demonstrated experience managing outside counsel, budgets, and litigation operations •Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. Required Skills: •D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Head of Litigation •Set and execute litigation strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate goals, risk posture, and regulatory obligations •Direct all phases of litigation and claims management, including case assessment, strategy development, negotiations, settlement decisions, and trial oversight •Provide expert legal counsel to executive, region and division leadership on high-risk legal matters and emerging litigation trends •Partner cross-functionally with and provide regular updates to region and division leadership on active and potential litigation matters, ensuring alignment on risk assessments, strategy, and resolution planning •Establish and enforce legal governance standards, litigation protocols, and documentation practices that strengthen defensibility and reduce exposure to operational, contractual, and regulatory risk •Oversee internal investigations related to litigation, claims, and significant incidents, ensuring timely, accurate, and legally sound findings •Select, manage, and evaluate outside counsel, ensuring effective legal representation, cost control, and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives Qualifications: •Previous in-house litigation leadership experience in homebuilding, construction, or a similarly regulated and high-risk industry •Deep command of litigation strategy, complex case management, and dispute resolution •Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays •Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits •Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!