Legal Counsel

Lewis Resource Management • San Antonio, TX

21d

About The Position

Legal Counsel p rovides high quality operations and business-oriented legal advice to various business units in relation to the company’s U.S. leasehold position and exploration and production projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university.
• 0-3 years related experience; minimum of a Juris Doctorate; additional legal, land, and/or oil and gas industry experience will be positively considered.
• Admitted to practice law, in good standing and a member of the Texas State Bar.
• Experience with mineral leasehold agreements including joint operating agreements, production handling agreements and other related contracts.
• Pragmatic approach to legal advice, with emphasis on ensuring ethical, legal, and safe operations and contracting practices.
• Must possess a fundamental understanding Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Ability to write clearly and persuasively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects effectively and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• additional legal, land, and/or oil and gas industry experience will be positively considered.

Responsibilities

• Drafts, analyzes and interprets oil and gas leases and other contracts related to oil and gas operations such as joint operating agreements, surface use agreements, master service agreements, and commercial contracts.
• Supports various business units by managing the full lifecycle of contracts essential to oil and gas operations, ensuring compliance and mitigating operational and legal risk.
• Reviews, analyzes and interprets title opinions and title instruments.
• Assists the General Counsel with various projects and ongoing issues, including drafting, analyzing, and interpreting transaction documents, legal research and writing, and support for litigation matters.
• Represents the business unit in various meetings and committees as required.

Benefits

• Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, and more
• Retirement – 401(k) with immediate matching contribution
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for you and your dependents
• On-Site Fitness Center
• Wellness & Company Events throughout the year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees