Remote Oil and Gas Title Attorney

Summary

Join our team as an Oil and Gas Title Attorney at Oliva Gibbs law firm. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled attorney with experience working on legal projects covering lands in Texas. As our ideal candidate, you will possess subject matter expertise in oil and gas law and collaborate with senior attorneys to provide timely and accurate solutions to clients.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license with at least one year of experience drafting title opinions covering lands in Texas
• Familiarity 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, actively pursuing avenues for professional development and skill enhancement
• Strong organizational skills, proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, analyze, organize, attend to detail, and follow through

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
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements and contracts including leases, joint operating agreements, purchase, and sale agreements
• Stay updated on relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Collaborate with litigation attorneys if legal action becomes necessary
• Meet quarterly billable requirement of 450 hours
• Actively pursue continuous learning opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Excellent benefits including healthcare (health, dental, vision and more) and additional insurance options
• Flex holidays
• 401K match program
• Quarterly, team-based bonus system