do not need to obtain agreements from the owners of those adjacent mineral estates unless they plan to open or bottom out their wellbores in, or otherwise produce oil or gas from, the adjacent mineral estates. ___________________________ These materials reflect only the personal views of the authors and are not individualized legal advice. It is understood that each case is fact-specific, and that the appropriate solution in any case will vary. Therefore, these materials may or may not be relevant to any particular situation. Thus, the authors and Kiefaber & Oliva LLP cannot be bound either philosophically or as representatives of their various present and future clients to the comments expressed in these materials. The presentation of these materials does not establish any form of attorney-client relationship with the authors or Kiefaber & Oliva LLP. While every attempt was made to insure that these materials are accurate, errors or omissions may be contained therein, for which any liability is disclaimed.
unitization issues. Eli is licensed to practice law in Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado and Ohio, is a regular speaker on issues relating to the development of unconventional shale plays and has given a variety of presentations regarding legal issues relating to oil and gas development. Eli earned his B.A from Kenyon College and his J.D., with honors, from Marquette University Law School. Zachary Oliva is a partner with
Kiefaber & Oliva LLP. Zack focuses his practice on energy and corporate law. He regularly assists clients in the drafting of oil and gas title opinions, purchase and sale agreements and contract interpretation. Additionally,
he assists clients with the negotiation, drafting and review of business formations, contracts and service agreements. Zack earned his B.A. from The Ohio State University and his J.D. from Capital University Law School. He is licensed to practice in New Mexico, Ohio and Texas.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Eli Kiefaber is a partner with Kiefaber & Oliva LLP. Eli focuses his practice on oil and gas matters, including acquisition and divestiture of oil and gas assets, title opinions, joint operating agreements, federal leases, pooling and
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