REMOTE Oil and Gas Title Attorney

Overview

Remote interim Oil & Gas Title Attorney position with an established law firm. This role focuses on researching and drafting oil and gas title opinions involving Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed title and real estate research involving oil and gas properties.
• Draft original, supplemental, division order, acquisition, and/or drilling title opinions.
• Analyze deeds, leases, easements, assignments, mortgages, probate records, and other instruments affecting mineral and surface ownership.
• Identify ownership interests, title defects, exceptions, liens, encumbrances, and curative requirements.
• Review and interpret oil and gas leases and related agreements.
• Work with landmen, clients, title examiners, and other attorneys to resolve title issues.
• Apply state-specific oil and gas title laws and requirements in PA, OH, and WV.

Work Schedule

Will consider candidates who can provide 10, 20, or 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Experienced Oil & Gas Title Attorney with strong experience researching and drafting title opinions involving Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.