Job Title: Oil & Gas Attorney
Locations: Houston, TX
Compensation: $200,000 – $300,000 base (DOE) + performance-based bonuses ($50,000 – $100,000 typical range)
A highly respected, nationally recognized law firm in the energy sector is seeking an experienced Oil & Gas Attorney with 5+ years of practice to join its growing team. The firm is open to attorneys at the Of Counsel or Partner level. This is an exceptional opportunity for an Oil & Gas Attorney who thrives on handling sophisticated energy disputes at the highest level. The position calls for an attorney with proven trial experience—including substantial 1st chair work—and a strong background in arbitration, litigation, and dispute resolution involving oil and gas operations.
Qualifications & Responsibilities
5+ years of proven experience as an Oil & Gas Attorney, focusing on litigation and disputes within the energy sector.
Significant first-chair trial experience, including jury trials, bench trials, and arbitrations.
Background representing clients in complex oil and gas matters such as royalty litigation, lease disputes, joint operating agreements, and upstream/midstream contract disputes.
Ability to independently manage cases from intake through trial or resolution.
Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
Licensed and in good standing with the Texas Bar (or eligible for immediate waiver/admission).
For an accomplished Oil & Gas Attorney seeking to align with a nationally respected firm deeply embedded in the energy litigation space, this role offers both professional challenge and career advancement.
To apply, please send your resume to Brian.Farley@gogpac.com or contact him directly at 605-403-5177 for a confidential conversation.
All inquiries will be handled with the utmost discretion.
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.
