Joint Interest Billing (JIB) Disputes

Confidential Arbitration, in the American Arbitration Association

Represented oil and gas company in arbitration against major oil and gas operator related to the purchase of shale assets and associated joint interest billings (JIBs). Sought more than $30 million related to monies owed under a Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) and related Transition Services Agreement (TSA). Settled case in exchange for substantial payment in client’s favor.

Type of Case: Contractual Dispute (Joint Interest Billing, Purchase and Sale Agreement)

Atlas Operating, in the 281st Judicial District Court, Harris County, Texas

Represented Atlas Operating in lawsuit against non-operator seeking to take over as operator under a JOA governing wells in the Eagle Ford Shale. Filed, argued, and secured temporary injunction barring non-operator from proceeding before Texas Railroad Commission in effort to remove Atlas Operating as operator. Case is ongoing.

Type of Case: Joint Interest Billing Dispute, Joint Operating Agreement Dispute

Confidential Joint Interest Billing Dispute

Represented a major oil and gas company in a lawsuit to recover unpaid JIBs from non-operators on a large set of oil and gas wells in East Texas. Following limited discovery and before a summary judgment hearing, secured a settlement for 100% of the monies owed, plus interest and attorneys’ fees.

Type of Case: Joint Interest Billing Dispute