Oil & Gas Litigation
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Band 2
Contact number
+1 713 751 1600Chambers Review
BakerHostetler LLP offers representation to upstream companies active in all major US oil and gas basins. Particularly noted for expertise pertaining to exploration and production on public lands. Handles lease disputes, joint operating agreement issues and other contract litigation.
Work Highlights
- BakerHostetler represented Ovintiv in pursuing a federal oil and gas royalty dispute with the Office of Natural Resources Revenue.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"BakerHostetler's expertise in federal permitting issues is top notch, and the team is very responsive to varied questions and concerns of all sizes."
"BakerHostetler has excellent understanding of royalty and leasing regulations and laws and policies that impact our issues and litigation."
"BakerHostetler's expertise in federal permitting issues is top notch, and the team is very responsive to varied questions and concerns of all sizes."
"BakerHostetler has excellent understanding of royalty and leasing regulations and laws and policies that impact our issues and litigation."
Notable Practitioners
Poe Leggette has a strong track record assisting clients with disputes and class actions in connection with royalty calculation, payments and cost deductions as well as audits by state and federal agencies.
"Poe is extremely knowledgeable, well connected and knows what needs to be accomplished to get a job done."
"Not only does Mr. Leggette have a deep knowledge of the laws governing the federal leasing system, but he is also practical and candid with you about the best way to approach an issue."
"Poe is an excellent attorney and a great critical thinker."
Mark Barron focuses his practice on representing oil and gas sector clients in complex litigation. His experience includes royalty and lease disputes.
"Mr. Barron is smart, sensible and able to get to the root of an issue quickly."
"The breadth of Mark's DOJ experience gives him a strong perspective and knowledge base."
"Mark is able to distill information quickly and put a case on the path to settlement very early."
Ray Whitman is a strong choice for clients active in the oil and gas sector seeking expert representation in litigation.
"Ray Whitman is excellent from a strategy standpoint and is likable and persuasive with the court."
Ranked Lawyers at
BakerHostetler LLP
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