Oil & Gas Attorney

Position: Oil & Gas AttorneyLocation: Houston, TXI am partnering directly with leadership at a well-respected, energy-focused law firm with deep roots in Texas oil and gas law. The firm is seeking an Oil & Gas Attorney for its Houston office to handle complex energy and real property disputes for operators, working interest owners, and other industry participants. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with highly respected trial lawyers on high-stakes energy litigation, arbitration, and commercial disputes, with a clear path for long-term growth in an industry-focused practice.The salary for this role is market-competitive and commensurate with experience, with generous performance-based bonuses.What We Need3-7 years of experience with a primary focus on oil and gas litigation preferredPrevious oil and gas litigation experience is requiredStrong litigation skills, including motion practice, written discovery, depositions, and case strategyExperience handling lease, royalty, contract, and related real property disputes in the energy contextAbility to manage matters independently while collaborating with senior energy litigatorsActive Texas Bar license in good standingStrong written and oral advocacy skillsWhat You'll DoHandle oil and gas and related energy litigation matters from inception through resolutionDraft pleadings, motions, and discovery in complex commercial and real property disputesParticipate in depositions, hearings, mediations, trials, and arbitrations as part of a focused energy litigation teamWork directly with firm leadership on strategy for significant client matters, including operators and working interest ownersCoordinate with transactional and title attorneys where needed to support litigation strategy in disputes involving title, leasehold rights, and mineral ownershipWhat You'll GetPay is competitive at the top of the market for an individual with similar experience.Employee healthcare premiums paid for by the firmLife insurance coverage and long-term disability coverage401(k) retirement plan with immediate contribution eligibility3 weeks of paid time off annuallyFirm-paid licensing fees, industry memberships, and CLE expenses (including travel)Professional, organized, and collaborative environment with mentorship from experienced board-certified energy trial lawyersIf you are an experienced oil and gas attorney seeking meaningful, energy-focused work within a supportive, growth-oriented firm, I welcome a confidential discussion. Please submit your resume in confidence to Brian Farley at Brian.Farley@gogpac.com or call 605-403-5177; all communication will be treated as strictly confidential.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.GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.