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Five Lessons Learned from Executing Shale Drilling Transactions

The Energy Law

In these cases, when designing the drilling and earning transaction, consider packaging one or more conventional formations with an unconventional shale formation to create a designated “earning zone”. The Five Lessons 1. Take advantage of the geology.

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Louisiana Second Circuit Provides Guidance as to Good Faith Required When Conducting Operations Necessary to Interrupt Prescription of Mineral Servitude

The Energy Law

A well was spud on March 28, 2006. Moreover, prior to drilling the March 2006 well, the mineral servitude owner consulted with multiple professionals. While the long-term fallout from the recent decline in oil prices and the COVID-19 pandemic remains unclear, it is clear that drilling activity has already started to decline.