Oil & Gas Title Attorney - National Energy Law Firm - Remote

Overview

A well-established oil & gas law firm is expanding its team and hiring permanent attorneys to support a consistently strong workflow across multiple basins. The firm is recognized for exceptional quality, partner accessibility, and a collaborative, lifestyle-balanced culture.

Responsibilities

• Handle oil & gas title work, including opinions and curative matters.
• Work across multiple basins including Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, North Dakota, with additional work in Utah and Oklahoma, and limited matters in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
• Occasionally review joint operating agreements (JOA) or contracts (approximately 5% transactional work).
• For probate attorney role: manage probate matters related to oil & gas.

Requirements

• Preferably 3+ years of oil & gas title experience, with required Texas experience.
• Candidates with 2.5+ years of experience will be considered, especially those seeking Texas basin exposure.
• Landman experience is a plus but not required.
• Strong legal writing skills; a writing assessment is part of the hiring process.
• Highly detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable using technology.
• Open to candidates located anywhere or barred in any jurisdiction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in probate matters related to oil & gas for dedicated probate attorney position.

Compensation & Benefits

• Permanent remote positions with option for in-office work.
• Flexible billable goals tailored to preferred workload.
• Steady work volume with opportunities to take on more responsibility.
• Supportive culture with accessible partners, training, and multi-basin exposure.
• Clear path to advancement based on performance and value.

Location

• Flexible location; remote work available with option for office presence.
• Work involves multiple basins primarily in Texas and North Dakota, Bakken, Permian, Rockies, and surrounding regions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.