PP presentation on how the Railroad Commission's rules and regulations may affect your contract.

A look at the interactions between retained acreage clauses, the respective underlying agreement (i.e., oil and gas lease, farmout, or participation agreement), and language incorporating the rules of the “governmental authority having jurisdiction”.

A look at the background and current status of the after acquired title doctrine, certain limitations on the doctrine, and its effects on purchasers.

An analysis of three issues affecting title and the rights of parties in possession: (i) adverse possession, (ii) after acquired title and (iii) the Rule Against Perpetuities.

PP presentation on the executive rights, how it affects the mineral estate, and some issues affecting executive rights holders.

PP presentation on matters involving the Mineral Interest Pooling Act and hearings at the Texas Railroad Commission

PP presentation on allocation wells and their interaction with RRC rules and regulations.

A review of ethical issues facing land personnel in the current environment.

A review of continuous development and retained acreage provisions that incorporate provisions of the “governmental authority having jurisdiction”, e.g. the Texas Railroad Commission.

A look at changes in Allocation Wells and their acceptance by the oil and gas industry, the evolution of the process, and use for “Lease Line Allocation Wells”, i.e. where an operator places the wellbore directly on the lease or unit line.

A look at the history of Allocation Wells, recent case law, and best practices through the use of production allocation agreements.

Some key topics about the Railroad Commission and its effects on title examination. Includes an overview of the Texas Railroad Commission; key aspects of regulatory authority at the Railroad Commission; and regulatory issues to consider when examining title.