Oil & Gas Energy Lawyer (Remote)

Overview

An opportunity is available for an experienced Oil & Gas Attorney based in Houston, Texas. This role involves providing expert legal advice and support to clients in the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas exploration, production, and transportation. The position includes collaborating with leading clients to shape legal strategies and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on regulatory compliance related to oil and gas activities, including environmental regulations, permitting, and land use.
• Draft and negotiate various oil and gas agreements such as leases, joint operating agreements, purchase and sale agreements, processing agreements, and pipeline contracts.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing the oil and gas industry.

Requirements

• Active bar license in the state of residence.
• Minimum of 8 years of legal practice experience, with a focus on oil and gas law, preferably within a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state laws and regulations relevant to the oil and gas industry, including the Mineral Leasing Act, Clean Air Act, and Natural Gas Act.
• Experience with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) agreements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising on upstream, midstream, and downstream oil and gas transactions and projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Experience with energy commodities, particularly pipelines and terminals, and counseling on energy compliance matters.
• Familiarity with energy-specific data center transactions, including acquisitions, leases, power purchase agreements, and utilities.
• Regulatory experience with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 per year.
• Compensation is determined based on experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.
• Additional benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities.

Location

• Houston, Texas

Candidates must have the necessary legal authorization to work and meet all licensing requirements for the role.