Landman
Field Landman ▪ Simmons And Associates
Field Landman for the Oil & Gas IndustryOversee Key Areas of Land Services (Surface/Mineral), including Title Work, Leasing, Curative, Contract Negotiations, In-depth Mineral Ownership, and Data Analysis/Reporting For Oil and Natural Gas Clients.Conduct extensive title research for assets that eventually progress to leasing negotiations, as well as, identify mineral ownership on assigned tracts of land. Perform extensive research and handle the logistics that supports the client’s goals used to assist with acquiring and securing the mineral rights of select assets. Leverage local resources, such as county courthouses, the Railroad Commission of Texas, and online record indexes to explore further advance ownership and negotiations in the leasing process. Identify opportunities accordingly. Outline of key skills include:Computer Land Mapping/Plotting (Deed Plot) Spreadsheet and Database/DocumentationRun Sheets, Lease Title Searches, Due Diligence Affidavits to Identity Heirship/Legal DescriptionsMineral Title ResearchDeed Interpretation for Mineral ReservationsNPRI, NEMI ORRI Searches Map/Geographical InterpretationsPlating Land TractsLease Acquisitions/Negotiations; Worked exclusively with two companies; Braden Exploration and EnerVest, LLC. Examined land titles on properties to identify rights of ownership or other issues that diminished the asset’s value. Ensured properties were not encumbered or HBP.Managed complete abstracting and title curative logistics, starting with running lease title and progressed to leasing acquisition, curative assistance, and mineral ownership reports. Worked closely with customers, crew chiefs, and project managers when handling all due diligence. Performed extensive title search and run sheets on mineral ownership for assets located within various counties throughout the State of Texas. Determined mineral ownership — subsequently used to negotiate leases on price, terms, and clauses.