Jones Gill Porter Crawford and Crawford LLP actively represents clients in domestic and international mergers and acquisitions. Our attorneys have represented buyers, sellers, investors, and financial advisors in transactions involving proved developed producing (PDP), proved developed non-producing (PDNP), proved un-developed (PUD), probable, and possible oil and gas producing properties. We understand that deals come in all shapes and sizes, having worked on behalf of producers, midstream operators and energy service companies in all phases of the oil and gas industry. Whether an acquisition involves a single producing property or an entire integrated oil and gas company, Jones Gill offers complete and strategic representation.
We understand the complexities of transactions, and understand the end goal. We add value throughout a transaction by assisting in structuring, negotiating, performing due diligence, and preparing the appropriate filings, including providing ongoing advice to management, issuing legal opinions, and resolving employment issues. With our experience and focus solely on the oil and gas industry, we have been met with a high degree of client confidence and satisfaction.
We routinely assist our clients in all phases of acquisitions, including:
- Finalizing details of deal structure, transfer of title, indemnification, confidentiality, and lien priority;
- Negotiating and drafting transaction documents, such as letter of intent, confidentiality agreements, purchase and sale agreements, title defects, closing documents, and title curative;
- Ensuring that due diligence, title, and contract issues are handled smoothly and pragmatically;
- Obtaining third-party consents and waivers, such as consents to assign and waiver of preferential purchase rights.