MINERAL ROYALTY DISPUTES
Oil and gas leases generally include provisions for the payment of royalties. The operator of the well is required to pay royalties to the owner of the minerals when the well produces. The amount paid is generally a predetermined percentage based on the leases in effect and the allowable deductions.
In many cases, the landowner is entitled to payment from the operator to maintain the lease even if there is no current production. In some cases, however, the operators fail to live up to their end of the bargain.
Legal disputes over royalty payments are not uncommon. However, in many cases, the owner of the minerals is often unaware of the extent of the underpayments or improper deductions by the operator. These cases are often complex, time-consuming, and require extensive knowledge of the oil and gas industry and payment practices of operators to fully develop and litigate. Stag Liuzza can help you determine if you have been taken advantage of by an oil and gas operator and help you seek justice.
what we DO - MINERAL ROYALTY DISPUTES
Legal disputes over royalty payments are not uncommon. However, in many cases, the owner of the minerals is often unaware of the extent of the underpayments or improper deductions by the operator.
REPRESENTING LAND AND MINERAL OWNERS IN MINERAL ROYALTY DISPUTES
We represent clients involved in a range of mineral disputes:
- Underpayment of royalties
- Improper deductions
- Claims for post-production cost deductions
- Failure to appropriately market production
- Breach of contract
- Unleased mineral owner costs deductions
Our knowledge of the oil and gas industry, combined with years of experience fighting for justice against major oil and gas companies, can be of great benefit to you. Whether your dispute involves disagreements about gas and royalty terms or breach of contract, talk to an attorney from our team to learn how we can help.
OUR team
We prefer doing to talking (except in court), We take the bull by the horns and give you clear and practical advice. Personal, to the point, and in plain language. Any questions? Feel free to call or to drop by.
