Oil & Gas Title Attorney

About the role

We represent clients throughout Texas in various practice areas. This position offers a low billable hour requirement, a lucrative bonus structure, and a defined path to shareholder status.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough title examinations and prepare title opinions for oil and gas transactions.
• Provide legal advice regarding land ownership, leasehold interests, and title issues.
• Review and negotiate oil and gas leases, rights of way, and other agreements.
• Collaborate with landmen, geologists, and other professionals in the oil and gas industry.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, if necessary.
• Stay updated with changes in laws and regulations affecting the oil and gas industry.
• Manage relationships with external counsel, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Texas.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Oil & Gas Title Attorney.
• Proficient in title examination within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong understanding of oil and gas law, including leases, contracts, property rights, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in using legal research tools and software.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Low billable hour requirement
• Lucrative bonus opportunity
• Defined path to shareholder status
• Retirement plan
• True work/life balance

Pay

$120,000 – $160,000 per year