SR. PETROLEUM LANDMAN

We collaborate with engineers, geologists, and oil and gas attorneys who are also dedicated to supporting AMCO in all aspects of due diligence. 

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A Petroleum Landman is a professional in the oil, gas, and mineral industries who specializes in managing land and mineral rights. They act as the liaison between mineral owners (individuals or entities that own the rights to underground resources) and oil and gas companies seeking to explore or produce those resources. Their work is a mix of legal, business, and negotiation tasks. Here's a breakdown:

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Main Responsibilities:

• Title Research

• Investigate who owns the mineral rights for a specific tract of land.

• Examine deeds, leases, wills, and other records to determine ownership and any encumbrances

• Lease Negotiation

• Negotiate oil and gas leases with mineral owners on behalf of oil and gas operators.

• Ensure agreements cover royalties, bonuses, and other terms beneficial to both parties.

• Due Diligence

• Ensure that the property is legally and financially clear for drilling or production.

• Check for existing leases, liens, or disputes.

• Permitting & Regulatory Compliance

• Help secure permits needed for drilling.

• Ensure operations comply with state and federal laws.

• Land Acquisition & Management

• Acquire additional land or mineral rights if needed for a drilling project.

• Manage ongoing relationships with landowners.​

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Types of Landmen:

·         Field Landman: Works on-site, meeting with landowners, negotiating leases, and researching records.

·         In-House or Office Landman: Focuses on title research, contracts, and legal documentation, often from a company office.

·         Chief or Senior Landman: Oversees teams of landmen and manages large-scale projects.

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Key Skills:

·         Knowledge of property law, especially mineral and real estate law.

·         Strong negotiation and communication skills.

·         Ability to read and interpret legal documents like deeds and leases.

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In short, a Landman connects the legal and business sides of oil and gas operations, ensuring companies can drill legally while mineral owners get fair compensation.