Best Lawyers in Texas, United States for Energy Law

Ashleigh Myers is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law and Natural Resources Law. Ashleigh, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ashleigh is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jackie Furlow is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Energy Law. Jackie, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jacqueline is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Known for her strategic approach to litigation, Jackie excels in forecasting cases from the outset, determini...

Andrew P. Mintz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Oil and Gas Law. Andrew P., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Andrew P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nirav N. Patel focuses his practice on oil, gas and energy litigation and transactions. His litigation practice includes claims and disputes related to termination of oil and gas leases, post-production costs, royalty underpayment, joint operating agreements, and purchase and sale agreements. Mr. Patel also represents clients in title disputes involving mineral and royalty interests, including litigation involving fixed versus floating royalty interests, adverse possession, and deed reformati...

Emily Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Energy Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Emily, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Emily is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Ross Sutherland is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Energy Law and Oil and Gas Law. Ross, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ross is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Conrad J. Coutinho is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Energy Law. Conrad J., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Conrad J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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

Natalie R. Tribble is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Natalie R., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Natalie R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kevin R. Carson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law. Kevin R., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kevin R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Shannon R. McKay is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Oil and Gas Law. Shannon R., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Shannon R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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

Madison Young Moore is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Energy Law. Madison, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Madison is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. A trial lawyer with a background in economics, Madison is a systematic problem solver who recognizes the ...

Ernesto Danache IV is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Energy Law and Oil and Gas Law. Ernesto, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ernesto is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Cassie Maneen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Energy Law and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Cassie, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Cassie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. A natural trial strategist, Cassie has the instincts, quick wit, and v...

Thomas McCall is a partner in the Litigation Practice Group, where he handles a wide range of complex litigation, with a focus on energy-related matters and commercial disputes. Thomas advises and represents energy and other industry clients in a variety of complex litigation matters. He represents plaintiffs and defendants and draws on this experience on both sides of cases to help clients make effective, strategic decisions at every stage of a dispute: from early strategy development, throu...