Energy Litigation

energy LITIGATION AND arbitration Lawyers in Texas

Representing Energy Industry Clients Nationwide

The energy business, particularly oil and gas exploration and development, is risky, dangerous, and very expensive. When it is successful, however, it produces enormous upside potential. This combination of cost, risk, and reward often provides fertile ground for legal disputes, which can be extremely complex and involve large sums of money.

If your energy company is the target of a lawsuit, or if you have an issue with one of your counter-parties that commercial representatives have been unable to resolve, you will need the assistance of trial attorneys who are equipped and ready to protect your interests. Our energy trial lawyers have extensive experience in state and federal courts and before arbitration tribunals. No matter what challenges your case presents, the energy trial lawyers at Hicks Thomas LLP have the diverse skillset to find a solution that minimizes your risk, maximizes your return, and protects your bottom line.

We represent energy industry clients in a broad range of disputes, including:

Area of Mutual Interest Disputes
Construction Defect, Delay and Cost Overruns
Day Rate Claims
Gas Purchase Agreement Disputes
Gas Transportation Agreements Disputes
Indemnity and Insurance Coverage Disputes
Joint Interest Accounting Disputes
Joint Operating Agreement Disputes
Joint Venture Agreement Disputes
Nonconsent Penalty Disputes
Personal Injury Claims
Preferential Rights Disputes
Production-Sharing Contract Disputes
Purchase and Sale Agreement Disputes
Property Damage Disputes
Royalty Claims
Subsurface and Mineral Trespass Claims
Surface Use and Damage Claims
Title Disputes

We represent upstream, midstream and downstream energy companies in these types of disputes, as well as in their general commercial litigation.

Our proven track record gives our clients peace of mind, no matter how high the stakes. We have the capacity and depth to handle the most complex energy disputes. At the same time, we embrace our clients’ needs for predictability in their litigation budgets. Ultimately, we are focused on providing personalized attention to serving the needs and achieving the legal and business objectives of our clients. And, most importantly, we get results.