Resources

Becoming a landman requires navigating a complex industry with limited resources. The "Landman Survival Guide" aims to provide comprehensive support for new and aspiring landmen, covering essential topics from job hunting to daily operations and career development.

Title issues in Oklahoma are numerous, with fifty-one key problems often faced by attorneys and landmen. Comprehensive discussion would be lengthy, so this article summarizes the topics in a generalized form, offering an overview of the most common title challenges encountered in the state.

This article compares significant differences in oil and gas law between Texas and Oklahoma, aimed at helping landmen and attorneys. It provides general rules and practical details, with references for further study. This format will be used to compare laws across all producing states.

This paper addresses common issues in procuring curative items for oil and gas leases on Texas onshore lands. Drawing from over twenty years of experience, the author outlines basic requirements frequently requested by examining attorneys. While unique circumstances exist, the article provides a helpful starting point for field landmen in fulfilling their curative duties.

Title attorneys and landmen in Texas have traditionally used affidavits to correct title defects. This article provides an in-depth examination of the legal and practical aspects of affidavits, exploring their history, application, and effectiveness. It assesses whether affidavits alone can resolve the complex title issues often raised in legal opinions.

This article aims to highlight the differences in the distribution of estates through testate (with a will) and intestate (without a will) processes in Oklahoma and Texas. The focus is on comparing how each state handles the transfer of assets in these scenarios.

This chart updates a previous chart that illustrated the impact of laws on Native American land rights in Oklahoma. While the original chart covered laws up to 1908, this updated version includes new charts detailing the laws enacted between 1908 and 1955, providing a comprehensive overview of legal changes over time.

This Law review article explains the history of Indian land allotment laws in Oklahoma is essential for examining land titles in the state. Even though these laws can be complex, most title issues can be handled with confidence by learning about the allotment process and the gradual lifting of restrictions on land sales.

In this article, you will find the general rules, laws, and statutes that govern oil and gas operations within the state of Texas. These regulations ensure that energy development is conducted safely and responsibly, protecting both the environment and public health. Operators must obtain permits, follow safety standards, and manage water use properly.

In this article, you will find the general rules, laws, and statutes that govern oil and gas operations within the state of Louisiana. These regulations ensure that energy development is conducted safely and responsibly, protecting both the environment and public health. Operators must obtain permits, follow safety standards, and manage water use properly.

This law review delves into the distinctions between mineral servitudes and mineral royalties in Louisiana law. A mineral servitude grants the right to enter land, extract, and develop minerals, including leasing to others. Conversely, a mineral royalty entitles the owner to a share of the production without any development or leasing rights.

In this article, you will find the general rules, laws, and statutes that govern oil and gas operations within the state of Kansas. These regulations ensure that energy development is conducted safely and responsibly, protecting both the environment and public health. Operators must obtain permits, follow safety standards, and manage water use properly.

This paper provides a framework for title attorneys and landmen to address how shifting water bodies affect ownership of adjacent land. It blends practical insights with academic analysis, offering a comprehensive understanding of the legal implications of such changes.

In this article, you'll discover the key rules, laws, and statutes governing oil and gas operations in Colorado. These regulations ensure that energy development is conducted safely and responsibly, protecting both the environment and public health.