In-House Legal Counsel at David Weekley Homes

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Labor Law, Litigation Preparation, Regulatory Compliance, Contracting Issues, Team Collaboration, Integrity, Excellence, Vendor Disputes, Subcontractor Agreements, Discovery Requests, Marketing Compliance, OSHA Compliance, EPA Compliance, Legal Research, Claim Management, Strategic Planning

Industry

Construction

Description

Job Description David Weekley Homes is seeking an In-House Attorney in our Legal Department, who will report directly to the General Counsel. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Investigating and managing labor law claims and outlining recommended strategies Handling lien claims and vendor disputes Working with in-house lawyers and legal assistants, as well as outside counsel on discovery requests and other litigation preparation Preparing and reviewing subcontractor labor agreements Assisting with management of regulatory compliance issues (OSHA, EPA, etc.) Reviewing sales and marketing materials for FTC and other compliance Qualifications Licensed to practice law in Texas and is in good standing No less than 4-7 years of relevant experience practicing law in Texas Relevant experience includes legal issues specifically involving construction, labor, marketing or contracting issues Committed to act with integrity and strive for excellence Team player who is dedicated to the success of the team and company Additional Information . What We Offer: Come build your future with our winning team, recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" 19 times! David Weekley Homes builds in 19 markets across the U.S. and is one of the largest private home builders in America. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes: Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision 401k and discretionary 8% match Employee Stock Ownership Plan Profit Sharing Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO New Home Discount for Team Member and Family College Scholarship Program Community Outreach Sabbaticals And more! David Weekley Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law. Note to Job Seekers: No telephone calls or walk-ins please. Interviews are by appointment only. Your resume will be reviewed and qualified candidates may be contacted in the event of a potential job match, or if further information is needed. State: Texas Job Category: Business Operations City: Houston - Corporate

Responsibilities

The In-House Attorney will investigate and manage labor law claims, handle lien claims, and work with both in-house and outside counsel on litigation preparation. Additional responsibilities include preparing subcontractor agreements and assisting with regulatory compliance issues.