M. Kristin Gerety

Counsel

Houston

T +1.713.646.1317

F +1.713.751.1717

kgerety@bakerlaw.com

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Kristin Gerety focuses her practice on complex commercial and business litigation, with a concentration on oil and gas litigation and energy-related matters. A trusted advocate, Kristin is competitive when necessary and pursues creative solutions that align with her clients' long-term business goals.

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Defended 15 working interest owners against a claim that an email exchange had bound them to a $230 million contract for the sale of their oil and gas interests. Led the BakerHostetler team in drafting the motions and appellate briefs that persuaded the trial court to grant summary judgment and the Texas Supreme Court to render judgment for the clients in Chalker Energy Partners III, LLC v. Le Norman Operating LLC, 595 S.W.3d 668 (Tex. 2020).
Obtained a summary judgment in an AAA arbitration for a leading oilfield services company in a dispute over whether the buyer or seller was responsible for certain multimillion-dollar liabilities under a stock purchase agreement. The panel’s unanimous decision for the client included an award of all attorney’s fees.
Represented a drilling contractor in multiple wrongful death and personal injury lawsuits after a well blowout. Supported all aspects of the litigation, leading to efficient resolution through settlement.

Defended 15 working interest owners against a claim that an email exchange had bound them to a $230 million contract for the sale of their oil and gas interests. Led the BakerHostetler team in drafting the motions and appellate briefs that persuaded the trial court to grant summary judgment and the Texas Supreme Court to render judgment for the clients in Chalker Energy Partners III, LLC v. Le Norman Operating LLC, 595 S.W.3d 668 (Tex. 2020).
Obtained a summary judgment in an AAA arbitration for a leading oilfield services company in a dispute over whether the buyer or seller was responsible for certain multimillion-dollar liabilities under a stock purchase agreement. The panel’s unanimous decision for the client included an award of all attorney’s fees.
Represented a drilling contractor in multiple wrongful death and personal injury lawsuits after a well blowout. Supported all aspects of the litigation, leading to efficient resolution through settlement.
Represented an oil and gas operator in a suit concerning significant personal injury on the worksite. Through a series of motions, obtained quick dismissal and severance of all claims against the client, thus avoiding unnecessary litigation costs and exposure.
Represented a drilling contractor in a dispute over an IADC Daywork Drilling Contract. Performed extensive research and drafted dispositive motions pertaining to choice-of-law and indemnification. Resulted in application of the law most favorable to client and enforcement of the operator's indemnification obligations.
Represented a manufacturer of jetways in a federal court litigation concerning products liability, negligence and breach of warranty claims. Drafted a dispositive motion that resulted in dismissal of all claims against the client without the need for oral argument.

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American Bar Association
Texas Bar Association
Houston Bar Association
Women’s Energy Network
Moms-in-Law

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12/17/2010
The New York Times reports on BakerHostetler's negotiation and settlement with the Picower Estate for $5 billion in the SIPA liquidation of Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities LLC

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Represented client through the Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program to probate an estate with multiple beneficiaries, one of whom had been deported to Mexico. Prevented impending foreclosure on client's home.
As part of the Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program, assisted various clients by drafting probate and estate planning documents.

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J.D., The University of Texas School of Law, 2010, with honors, Dean's Achievement Award in Electronic Discovery, Business Foundations Certification

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