Shale | BakerHostetler

“When the issues are broader or involve multistate jurisdictions, the firm’s size and networking firepower have been incredibly helpful.”

The oil and gas industry in the United States is thriving and shale formations across the country, accessible using hydraulic fracturing techniques, have been driving the boom.

Represented an oil field services provider in a dispute arising out of an uncontrolled release of fracturing fluid during a 15-stage fracturing job in the Marcellus Shale. The litigation involved products liability, regulatory compliance, and environmental issues.
Represented an energy company in its securities matters in the U.S. relating to its activities in shale-producing plays and patenting its technology relating to increased drainage of highly viscous oil.
Represented producers in the assignment of leasehold deed rights in the Utica Shale, as well as representing clients in acquiring oil and gas leases in Ohio and joint venturing the drilling of wells.
Represented groups in the acquisition of options on tens of thousands of acres in the Utica Shale play in Ohio. This work involves negotiation of the options and the terms of the joint venture that would apply if the options are exercised.