Michael E. Riddick

Paul A. Strickland is an oil and gas attorney based in Shreveport, Louisiana with more than four decades of experience advising clients in the energy industry. His practice focuses on Energy Law, with work that includes oil and gas projects, upstream transactions, and mineral title matters across Louisiana. Paul represents energy companies, E&P operators, mineral buyers, and other industry participants in matters involving exploration and production, mineral rights, and complex energy dev...

Ashley Gable works with oil and gas companies in most phases of the energy and oil and gas industry, including title work, litigation of landowner and royalty owner demands, pipeline right-of-way expropriation, matters involving mineral leases and other related contracts, disputes between operators and non-operators, and suits concerning environmental damage to property. Ashley additionally handles general commercial litigation matters, including breach of contract cases, business disputes, a...

Brian Carnie focuses his practice on representing management in litigation and counseling matters involving labor and employment law. Based in Shreveport, Louisiana, he works with employers across a wide range of industries to address workforce challenges that affect daily operations, compliance, and long-term business objectives. At Kean Miller , Brian provides practical legal guidance designed to help employers plan for, anticipate, and respond to both routine and unexpected human resources...

Michael Lowe is a business counselor, advocate, and litigator who represents companies in complex commercial disputes and provides legal guidance on construction , labor and employment , and related business matters. Based in Shreveport, Louisiana, Michael practices with Kean Miller and is recognized in Louisiana by Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America . Clients value his practical approach, thoughtful analysis, and focus on efficient resolution while serving as outside legal counsel...

Sarah A. Kirkpatrick is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law. Sarah A., who practices law in Shreveport, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sarah A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Malcolm S. Murchison is licensed to practice in Louisiana and Texas and enjoys a broad based commercial law practice. His variety of skills equip him to handle a wide range of legal issues for his clients, including oil and gas, real estate, corporate formations/mergers/dissolutions, commercial lending and financing arrangements, state/local tax disputes, and land-use issues. He has significant experience in handling Louisiana mineral interest issues ranging from acquisitions, title examinati...

Haller Jackson’s practice includes estate planning, trusts, wills, probate, powers of attorney and associated documents needed to plan a person’s estate. He has represented three generations of multiple families in the Shreveport area consisting of estate planning and wealth transfer. He typically works with insurance agents, CPAs, financial planners, and other family representatives to achieve the overall best plan for each family. Haller has been recognized by Best Lawyers in Am...

Kay Medlin’s practice focuses on natural resources and public utility law, commercial litigation, and mediation. She has done extensive work in negotiating, drafting and reviewing gas supply contracts, gathering agreements and gas processing agreements. She also has mediation experience in complex commercial litigation, personal injury, employment disputes, real estate, and natural gas issues. Kay is one of the founding members of the firm.

Stephen Fortson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law. Stephen, who practices law in Shreveport, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Larry Shea works primarily in the energy industry representing oil and gas producers and pipeline companies. He has handled numerous matters involving legacy litigation, environmental issues, oil and gas leasing rights, and operations. He commonly represents defendants, including the defense of clients in class actions and mass joinder litigation. Larry has played an integral role in landmark cases, such as AmCom v. Patterson, one of the first modern era decisions of the Louisiana Supreme Cou...