Oil and Gas Attorney

A law firm in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Oil and Gas Attorney with a focus on providing strategic legal counsel to clients in the industry. The candidate will serve as a trusted advisor, maintain client relationships, oversee a team of attorneys, and collaborate with leadership to enhance operational efficiency and support business growth.

Duties:

• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients in the oil and gas industry, ensuring a nuanced understanding of their unique legal needs.
• Cultivate and maintain client relationships, acting as a dependable and responsive partner.
• Conduct regular client service calls and audits to ensure client satisfaction and exceed expectations.
• Oversee a team of attorneys, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of legal projects.
• Hold team members accountable for meeting productivity metrics and firm core values.
• Collaborate with all team members to foster a spirit of teamwork and ensure seamless execution of complex legal transactions.
• Identify and prioritize firm needs to enhance operational efficiency and support business growth.
• Actively pursue client growth and expansion opportunities.
• Provide subject matter expertise on legal best practices, staying current with legal developments, industry trends, and regulatory changes.
• Meet quarterly billable requirement of 350 hours.
• Support other activities and projects as assigned or dictated by business priorities.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active Bar membership.
• 10+ years of experience in oil and gas law, specializing in drafting title opinions and navigating complex legal matters within the industry.
• Strong organization skills and business acumen.
• Demonstrated proficiency in preparing large, unit-wide divisions of interest and understanding overlapping space units.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Active Bar membership.

Skills:

• Expertise in oil and gas law.
• Effective project management skills.
• Consulting mentality.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain client relationships.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Benefits offered:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Excellent benefits including healthcare (health, dental, vision, and more) and additional insurance options.