About
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The Crowe & Dunlevy Energy, Environmental & Natural Resources Practice Group is a full-service energy and natural resources team with a very deep bench of energy lawyers, and with an emphasis on litigation. The Energy Group handles matters involving all aspects of the oil and gas industry, from the wellhead (upstream) through midstream (gathering and treating) through downstream (processing and refining). The Energy Group also handles administrative and regulatory proceedings and hearings before the government agencies which regulate the industry, including the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. In addition to handling all types of energy-related litigation, including national and state-wide class actions and multi-district litigation in federal court, the team also includes energy transactional lawyers who handle the negotiation and drafting of all types of energy-related agreements, including mergers and acquisitions and purchase and sale agreements. We understand the unique needs of the energy industry and recognize the importance of incorporating corporate philosophies and policies into our legal representation.
Chambers Review
Crowe & Dunlevy is highly reputed for its handling of key litigation mandates, including royalty payment, title and fracking-related disputes for energy sector clients. The law firm also provides extensive transactional support, particularly on wind projects. The team is equipped to advise on joint developments and other agreements and attracts an impressive roster of national and global energy companies, advising on Oklahoma-based mandates and those further afield.
Work Highlights
- Crowe & Dunlevy represented Devon Energy Production Company in induced seismicity litigation in Oklahoma.
Strengths
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"We are very impressed with the firm's knowledge and capabilities with regard to complex matters."
"They bring technical expertise in the oil and gas arena that is second to none in our market."
"They quickly respond with a breadth of information in regard to any question or need."
"We are very impressed with the firm's knowledge and capabilities with regard to complex matters."
"They bring technical expertise in the oil and gas arena that is second to none in our market."
"They quickly respond with a breadth of information in regard to any question or need."
Notable Practitioners
Dale Cottingham is known for his ability to handle complex energy and natural resources disputes, including earthquake litigation and gas-related concerns. This is bolstered by his expertise in environmental law and his in-depth understanding of groundwater pollution.
"He is diligent and plugged in, with a wealth of experience he brings to bear. Dale is ticking every box."
"He has a strong technical background and is very strategic when it comes to litigation."
Ranked Lawyers at
Crowe & Dunlevy, a Professional Corporation
Oklahoma
Members
Provided by Crowe & Dunlevy, a Professional Corporation
Anthony Hendricks
Christopher M. Staine
Head of Department
Evan G.E. Vincent
Head of Department
Michael J. Gibbens
Scott Butcher
Industries
Provided by Crowe & Dunlevy, a Professional Corporation
Aerospace & Defence
Chemicals
Construction & Materials
Energy
Food & Drink Producers
Forestry & Paper
Government
Health Care
Mining & Metals
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate
Telecommunications
Transportation
Utilities