Oil & Gas Title Attorney- Texas

About Us

Founded in 2013, Oliva Gibbs is a client-focused law firm specializing in serving oil and gas companies nationwide. With offices in Houston, Columbus, Lafayette, Midland, San Antonio, and Oklahoma City, we advise a diverse range of clients—from Fortune 500 integrated oil and gas companies to private equity-backed startups and mineral rights companies. We are committed to excellence and actively seeking a highly motivated and skilled Oil and Gas Title Attorney to join our Texas team.

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented, client-focused attorney with experience in oil and gas law, particularly in Texas. Ideal candidates have prior experience as landmen, in-house legal and compliance attorneys, oil and gas finance executives, or counsel at a state regulatory agency. This full-time role will play a pivotal part in ensuring Oliva Gibbs exceeds client expectations while upholding our Core Values: Unparalleled Client Experience, Passion for Learning, and Culture of Collaboration.

Candidates with less than three years of relevant work experience may be required to report to an Oliva Gibbs office on a hybrid schedule. We offer opportunities for in-office and hybrid work environments if you live in close proximity to one of our offices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct title examinations to determine ownership related to oil and gas properties.
• Identify and analyze relevant documents such as deeds, leases, and contracts to establish ownership rights.
• Draft title opinions highlighting any defects, liens, or other issues that may impact the ownership or use of the property.
• Conduct due diligence reviews for clients involved in oil and gas transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
• Provide guidance on legal risks, potential liabilities, and strategies for mitigating legal issues related to oil and gas transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements and contracts, including leases, joint operating agreements, purchase, and sale agreements.
• Ensure contracts protect client interests and comply with relevant laws.
• Stay updated on relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with litigation attorneys if legal action becomes necessary.
• Work collaboratively with all team members to ensure seamless execution of complex legal transactions.
• Meet a quarterly billable requirement of 450 hours.
• Actively pursue continuous learning opportunities.
• Support other activities and projects as assigned or dictated by business priorities.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active law license.
• At least one year of experience drafting title opinions covering lands in Texas.
• Familiarity with preparing large, unit-wide division order ownerships with tract and allocation factors.
• Exceptional commitment to ethical practice and client confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Passion for embracing a growth mindset and pursuing professional development.
• Strong organizational skills, with a proven ability to multitask, prioritize, analyze, and attend to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Excellent benefits, including healthcare (health, dental, vision), additional insurance options, flex holidays, and a 401K match program.
• Team-based bonus system.
• Hybrid/remote work environment options.
• Progressive PTO policy.

Core Values

Our core values include an unparalleled client experience, a passion for learning, and a culture of collaboration. These values are embraced by every team member and woven into the fabric of our daily operations. We uphold these values to define who we are as a firm and shape the impact we aspire to make for both our clients and colleagues.