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Onshore or offshore, domestic or international, we have the experience to handle any oil and gas dispute. We can provide an early risk assessment to avoid litigation, successfully argue to an appellate court, and anything in between. Our ability to find the right solution comes from a keen understanding of the oil and gas industry and our team’s dedication to excellent client service.
Led by Chambers USA ranked attorneys with decades of experience handling complex high-end commercial litigation, our team members knows how to navigate intricate legal issues and are frequently hired to help turn around and/or try cases that suffered setbacks. Haynes Boone’s core teamwork philosophy also means our oil and gas clients gain immediate access to attorneys that best fit their needs.
Our clients include the largest publicly traded corporations, independent producers (including international oil company “majors”), individuals, operators, non-operators, buyers and sellers of oil and gas properties, lenders and borrowers, and oilfield service companies of every kind.
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Haynes and Boone, LLP is a respected Texas firm recognized for representing large energy companies in high-stakes litigation. It deftly handles royalty class actions, breach of contract disputes and other contentious issues arising in the exploration and production sector.
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Haynes and Boone, LLP successfully acted for Marathon Oil Company in the jury trial and subsequent appeal against Koch Energy in a force majeure case arising from Winter Storm Uri.
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Haynes and Boone has great advocates and legal thinkers.
The team at Haynes and Boone is very wel versed in oil and gas.
Haynes and Boone has the expertise and experience to handle a wide range of complex matters.
The attorneys have deep understanding, knowledge and an appreciation for what our business folks do. They are able to digest complex models and translate and work with experts to formulate legal strategy that leads to wins.
Haynes and Boone's knowledge of the energy industry and litigation matters related to the industry is top-notch.
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Craig Stahl is a great advocate in front of judges; he's a very seasoned trial lawyer.
Craig is respected as a top attorney in this space.
We greatly value Craig's advice and strategy. He is one of the sharpest attorneys we have ever worked with.
David Ammons is a tremendous technical lawyer.
David is an expert. He is a go-to for midstream issues.
D.J. Beaty of Haynes and Boone LLP is a go-to for clients seeking representation in litigation relating to the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry.
D.J. Beaty is thoughtful, thorough and balances academic legal advice with practical guidance, which ultimately produces very sophisticated advice.
D.J. is detail-oriented, knowledgeable of the practice area and responsive.
Not only is D.J. Beaty great with clients, he is phenomenal in the courtroom. His ability to explain complex information and his connection with jury members is unmatched.
Garrett Martin is a partner with experience across an array of litigation in the oil and gas sector. He advises clients engaged in both the upstream and midstream sectors.
Garrett has very good client service skills.
Garrett is excellent. He is a good strategic thinker, and he's detailed in both his thinking and work product.
Oil & Gas Litigation
Oil & Gas Litigation
Oil & Gas Litigation
Oil & Gas Litigation
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D.J. Beaty
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