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Expertise in Ohio's Oil and Gas Industry
Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A., strategically located within the Utica Shale play, offers expert legal services to those involved in Ohio’s oil and gas industry. Our oil, gas and mineral law attorneys are well-positioned to provide tailored, cost-effective solutions for landowners, operators and corporations.
Comprehensive Oil and Gas Representation
Need legal advice related to mineral rights in Ohio? Our team of experienced attorneys offers a broad spectrum of services designed to navigate the unique complexities of Ohio's oil and gas sector, including:
- Lease Agreement Negotiations: Drafting and negotiating lease agreements, representing some of Ohio’s largest landowner groups.
- Mineral Sales Agreements: Assisting clients with the drafting and negotiation of agreements for the sale and transfer of mineral rights.
- Surface Use Agreements: Negotiating and drafting agreements that govern the use of land surfaces for oil, gas, and mineral extraction activities.
- Pipeline Agreement Negotiations: Securing the rights for pipeline construction, operation, and maintenance on private and public land.
- Title Reviews: Conducting comprehensive reviews of mineral title searches.
- Title and Lease Disputes: Addressing disputes regarding lease terms, property rights, and title issues.
- Litigation: Representing clients in state and federal courts, as well as before the Ohio Oil & Gas Commission.
- Regulatory Disputes: Resolving conflicts with agencies such as the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Ohio EPA, U.S. EPA, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Environmental and Regulatory Expertise
With growing energy activities in the Utica Shale region, environmental concerns are front and center. Our attorneys are experienced in legal issues related to oil and gas and mineral rights and can provide critical guidance on:
- EPA Issues and Compliance: Navigating environmental regulations related to shale drilling and hydraulic fracturing.
- Dispute Resolution: Managing disputes over regulatory compliance and environmental enforcement actions.
Ohio’s Marketable Title Act, Dormant Mineral Act, and Title Solutions As the value of Ohio's mineral rights grows, resolving title issues has become paramount. Our oil and gas attorneys offer strategic support, including:
- Preservation or Abandonment of Mineral Rights: Advising on rights protection under Ohio’s Dormant Mineral Act and lease forfeiture statute.
- Unitization and Pooling: Assisting landowners in Ohio’s mandatory pooling process and representing clients before the Ohio Oil & Gas Commission.
- Litigation: Expertise in mineral rights cases, with experience up to the Supreme Court of Ohio.
Tailored Legal Strategies for a Complex Industry
The oil and gas industry is continuously evolving, and our legal team remains at the forefront of new developments. We provide forward-looking strategies on:
- Hydraulic Fracturing/Fracking: Offering legal solutions to address the complexities of new drilling technologies.
- Oil, Gas, and Mineral Litigation: Representing clients in state, federal and Ohio Supreme Court cases.
- Administrative Representation: Advocating for clients before regulatory bodies such as the Ohio Oil & Gas Commission.
Contact Us for Oil and Gas Legal Services
At Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A., we offer the expertise, resources and legal acumen required to protect your interests in the ever-changing oil, gas and mineral landscape. Whether you’re a landowner, operator or company, our oil and gas attorneys are ready to help you secure your rights and navigate complex legal challenges.
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