The specialized area of Oil and Gas law deals with the legal and regulatory issues related to the exploration, production, transportation, and sale of oil and natural gas. Exploration and production companies, oilfield services companies, and pipeline and transportation companies often require legal advice and representation.

Sheraz has assisted Oil and Gas companies throughout the upstream, midstream and downstream segments, dealing extensively with exploration, production, storage, transportation, refining, production and distribution, in line with the international industry standards. With comprehensive transactional and regulatory experience, he is able to come up with innovative solutions when dealing with disputes, negotiations between parties, and incorporating pre-emptive regulatory checks into deal structures. Sheraz ensures his are clients are compliant and follow best-industry practices.

Sheraz actively participates in the development of regulations affecting the oil and gas industry and collaborates with stakeholders in the industry and government to fulfil the sector’s growing global, technical, and economic needs. We also regularly review and advise on legislation governing the petroleum business, and we are frequently involved in the acquisition of various petroleum licenses and gas allocations.

Services:

Lease and contract negotiation, drilling contracts, and other agreements related to exploration and production.

Advice on compliance with state and federal environmental regulations, including regulations related to air and water pollution, waste disposal, and endangered species.

Land use and zoning issues, including acquiring and protecting the rights to explore and develop mineral resources, and resolving disputes with landowners.

Review and examine oil and gas title documents, including deeds, leases, and other instruments, to ensure that their clients have the rights to explore, produce and transport oil and gas.

Acquisition and sale of oil and gas assets and companies.

Litigation matters relating to contract disputes, regulatory enforcement actions, and eminent domain proceedings.

Mediation, Arbitration and Expert Witness support in international forums.

Advice on the transportation and infrastructure issues related to oil and gas industry, such as permits, rights-of-way, and pipeline construction.

Regulatory, compliance and due diligence matter relating to the main processes in Oil and Gas, including exploration, production, storage, transportation, refining, production and distribution.`