Oil & Gas Title Attorney

Jobot; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Schedule

Bonus Opportunities

401(k) Match

Inclusive Benefits

Job summary

Jobot, a leading Texas law firm, seeks an Oil & Gas Title Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of title opinion experience and be licensed in TX. We will consider Associate, Senior Attorney, and Shareholder levels.

The role offers hybrid + remote options and a competitive compensation package. This position involves conducting title examinations, preparing opinions and curative documents, and performing due diligence for acquisitions and divestitures.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in TX.
• 3+ years of oil & gas title opinion experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough title examinations for oil and gas properties.
• Prepare title opinions and curative documents.
• Perform due diligence for acquisitions and divestitures.
• Provide legal counsel on leasehold, pooling, unitization, and title defects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Hybrid + Remote Options, Bonuses, Retirement Match, and more

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Katie Griffith

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a highly respected, midsize law firm with offices across Texas and Colorado. They provide their clients with services ranging from real estate and labor & employment to energy & natural resources.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Opportunities
• 401(k) Match
• Inclusive Benefits
• Hybrid Schedule
• Accelerated Path to Shareholder

Job Details:

We are seeking an experienced Oil & Gas Title Attorney to join our dynamic legal team.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of title opinion experience and be licensed in TX.

We will consider Associate, Senior Attorney, and Shareholder levels.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough title examinations for oil and gas properties, including analysis of deeds, leases, probate documents, and other relevant documents.
• Prepare title opinions and curative documents based on findings from title examinations.
• Perform due diligence for acquisitions and divestitures, including review of purchase and sale agreements, joint operating agreements, and other transaction documents.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on issues related to oil and gas title, including leasehold and royalty interests, pooling and unitization, and title defects.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in TX.
• 3+ years of oil & gas title opinion experience
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex legal documents and identify potential issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to clients and team members.
• Strong negotiation skills, with a proven track record of successful outcomes.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.