Oil & Gas Title Attorney- Texas

Oliva Gibbs PLLC • Houston, TX

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

Founded in 2013, Oliva Gibbs is a client-focused law firm that specializes in serving oil and gas companies nationwide. With offices strategically located 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. Committed to excellence, we have strategic goals and are actively seeking a highly motivated and skilled Oil and Gas Title Attorney to join our Texas team. This full-time role will play a pivotal part in ensuring that Oliva Gibbs exceeds client expectations while living out our Core Values: Unparalleled Client Experience, Passion for Learning, and Culture of Collaboration.

Are you a detail-oriented, client-focused attorney with experience working on legal projects covering lands in Texas? As our ideal candidate, you possess subject matter expertise in oil and gas law. Previous successful hires have had prior work experience as landmen, in-house legal and compliance attorneys, oil and gas finance executives, or counsel at a state regulatory agency. At Oliva Gibbs, your dedication and precision will be paramount as you collaborate with senior attorneys to consistently provide timely and accurate solutions to our clients.

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

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

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience as landmen, in-house legal and compliance attorneys, oil and gas finance executives, or counsel at a state regulatory agency.

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. Ensure that contracts protect the interests of the client 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 fostering a spirit of teamwork through honesty, hard work, and trust, while ensuring seamless execution of complex legal transactions
• Meet quarterly billable requirement of 450 hours.
• Actively pursue continuous learning opportunities.
• Support other activities and projects as assigned or dictated by business priorities.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees