Douglas C. "Doug" Atnipp
About Douglas C. Atnipp
Douglas C. Atnipp is a lawyer based in Houston, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. Douglas C. Atnipp is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Houston, Texas
- Natural Resources Law
- Oil and Gas Law
Current Firm: Egan Nelson LLP
Education: Texas Tech University, JD, graduated 1985, Vanderbilt University, graduated 1982, and Vanderbilt University, Bachelor of Arts, graduated 1982
Location: Houston, TX
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