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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...

Sarah A. Kirkpatrick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Energy Law. Sarah A. practices law in Shreveport, Louisiana Best Lawyers has recognized Sarah A. Kirkpatrick since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Sarah A. Kirkpatrick is held by other lawyers.

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.

Dannye Malone is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Municipal. Dannye practices law in Shreveport, Louisiana Best Lawyers has recognized Dannye Malone since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Dannye Malone is held by other lawyers.

John Reeks has worked with small independents, medium and large oil and gas companies in most phases of the energy and oil and gas industry including title work, mergers and acquisitions, litigation of landowner and royalty owner demands, matters involving gas contracts, oil, gas and mineral leases, development of oil and gas leases and title issues, disputes between operators and non-operators and lawsuits concerning environmental damages to property. He also has significant insurance defens...

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...

Curtis Shelton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Litigation - Banking and Finance and Litigation - Bankruptcy. Curtis practices law in Shreveport, Louisiana Best Lawyers has recognized Curtis Shelton since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice ...

Leland G. Horton primarily practices in the areas of business and property litigation; with particular experience in oil and gas, right of way and servitude, property, contracting, expropriation issues, real estate litigation, and other general business matters. Leland has provided assistance and advice to many businesses and individuals in these areas, including for business disputes, lawsuits, alternative dispute resolution; real estate and property disputes, business advice, contracts, and...

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...

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...