Who We Represent

Independent Operators

Navigating complex industry regulations and contracts for independent oil and gas operators.

Investors

Comprehensive counsel on tax, corporate, and securities structures for oil and gas transactions.

Landowners

Securing favorable terms and protecting rights for landowners leasing oil and gas interests.

Our Practice Areas

Specialized expertise across the full spectrum of oil and gas law.

  • Contract Negotiations

    Experienced negotiation to enhance favorable terms in your oil and gas contracts.

  • Debt Financing

    Assistance for both creditors and debtors in energy sector financing.

  • Equity Financing

    Legal services for private placement securities offerings for oil and gas transactions.

  • Mergers & Acquisitions

    Strategic legal guidance for M&A in the oil and gas sector.

  • Joint Operating Agreements

    Drafting JOAs among working interest owners and COPAS Accounting Procedures.

  • Exploration Agreements

    Customized agreements for joint exploration, including AMI and Farmout agreements.

  • Tax Structure

    Efficient income, gift, and estate tax planning for oil and gas ownership.

  • Assignments & Conveyances

    Professional services for assignment and conveyance of oil and gas rights.

  • Estate Planning

    Utilizing unique aspects of oil and gas property law to plan for future generations.

  • Lease Negotiations

    Optimizing oil and gas leases based upon your specific needs and wants.

  • Pooling & Unitization

    Agreements for owners of working interests and royalty interests.

  • Farmout Agreements

    Tailored farmout agreements to meet your exploration and production goals.

  • Mineral Rights

    Compliance with Michigan's Dormant Mineral Act and planning opportunities.

  • Surface & Subsurface Rights

    Detailed guidance on managing surface and subsurface rights.

  • Division Orders

    Assisting clients in understanding calculation and legal effect.

  • Surface Use Agreements

    Negotiation and drafting of surface use agreements to protect land interests.

  • Salt Water Disposal

    Negotiating salt water disposal agreements.

Expert Legal Guidance

Contact us today to navigate industry regulations, transactions, and contracts with confidence. Let us help you achieve favorable terms and protect your interests.

Contact Us Today

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