Headquartered in West Virginia, Bailey Glasser LLP is a national litigation firm that has a sophisticated energy practice with extensive experience helping a diverse range of clients in the oil and gas sector navigate the complex legal landscape. The firm is experienced in handling royalty disputes, Joint Operating Agreements (JOAs), Working Interest disputes, oil and gas drilling rights, lease disputes, and more. Based in the firm’s Washington DC office, Brian Glasser is a founding partner of the firm and an experienced litigator within the energy sector. Also based in DC, Nicholas Johnson leverages his experience as a former in-house counsel at some of the country’s biggest publicly traded mining and energy companies to represent clients in energy and mining litigation.

Hogan Thompson Schuelke LLP is a Houston-based litigation boutique focused on high-stakes energy disputes. The firm represents plaintiffs and defendants in state and federal courts and in arbitration, with particular strength in oil and gas, shale, royalty, and environmental litigation. Its sector experience spans upstream, midstream, and alternative energy, as well as construction and real estate matters linked to major projects, and the team is active in significant cases beyond Texas. Co-head Christopher Hogan concentrates on resolving complex disputes for oil, gas, and natural resources clients. Samantha Thompson is frequently at the forefront of Texas oil and gas case law developments, including allocation wells and production in paying quantities. James Schuelke focuses on complex upstream matters, with additional experience in midstream, construction, and petrochemical disputes.

Reed Smith LLP routinely handles a broad range of oil and gas litigation across the United States and continues to be instructed on some of the industry’s largest and most complex disputes. The team represents exploration and production companies, pipeline operators and oilfield service providers in high-value commercial, operational and regulatory conflicts, bringing national reach and deep sector familiarity to contentious mandates. Houston-based co-head Julie Hardin is an experienced lead trial counsel in high-risk commercial disputes, frequently acting for E&P companies and midstream operators. In Pittsburgh, co-head Nicolle Snyder Bagnell represents natural gas companies in a wide spectrum of litigation. Gina Kantos adds further depth in complex oil and gas disputes.

Baker McKenzie fields a multidisciplinary team delivering strategic regulatory and litigation advice across the oil and gas sector. The Houston-based group acts for developers, lenders, investors and technology providers on significant, high-profile energy matters worldwide, with particular strength in representing foreign-owned multinationals in cross-border disputes involving proceedings in the US and abroad. The team brings decades of experience in high-stakes commercial, construction defect, alternative energy, insurance and breach of contract disputes. Practice head David Baay represents multinational oil companies, pipeline operators and oilfield services companies in federal and state courts. Michelle Hartmann handles complex commercial and energy-related litigation, while Jack Massey advises international energy and infrastructure clients. Kelsey Machado further strengthens the bench in contentious energy mandates.

Beck Redden L.L.P. is a Houston-based litigation boutique with deep experience across the energy sector, from upstream production to downstream refining. The team represents leading oil and gas producers, pipeline operators and other industry participants in high-stakes disputes involving leases, farmout and joint operating agreements, and service contracts. Co-head Mark Rodriguez is a seasoned advocate for energy companies in complex litigation, alongside co-head David Beck, a highly regarded figure in commercial disputes. Fields Alexander adds depth in energy-related litigation, while Joshua Smith strengthens the practice with appellate expertise in oil and gas and complex commercial matters.

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP fields a Colorado-based team representing clients in high-stakes disputes across the oil and gas industry, including matters involving exploration, production, transportation, refining and trading. The practice covers pipeline safety, spill response, Clean Air Act enforcement, joint venture and operating agreements, indemnification and regulatory jurisdiction, combining litigation and arbitration expertise. Co-head Colin Harris brings over three decades of experience in environmental and pipeline safety compliance, representing upstream, midstream and refining companies in enforcement and spill-related matters. Fellow co-head Lawrence DeMuth applies extensive litigation experience to complex environmental and climate-related disputes affecting energy and infrastructure clients.

Holland & Knight fields a seasoned energy trial team representing major oil companies, national oil companies, independents, and other interest owners in litigation across the United States. The Dallas-based group handles a wide range of oil, gas, and broader energy disputes, bringing national reach and courtroom strength to complex commercial and industry-specific matters. Practice head Greg Binns focuses on complex litigation with a strong emphasis on oil, gas, and related energy disputes. Gregory Curry adds depth in royalty litigation, securities issues, joint operating agreement claims,, and surface use disputes.

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP represents integrated oil and gas companies, interstate and intrastate pipeline operators, and natural gas producers in complex litigation and regulatory matters. The team advises on oil and gas legislation and compliance, handles FERC enforcement proceedings, and defends clients before appellate, bankruptcy, and state courts nationwide. Co-heads Deidre Duncan in Washington DC, Michael Morfey in Houston, and Myles Reynolds in Dallas anchor the practice. Shannon Broome in San Francisco brings environmental expertise and prior chemical engineering experience. Ryan Clinton in Austin is noted for high-stakes Texas appeals, while Kerry McGrath in DC handles novel and complex energy and environmental disputes.

K&L Gates represents oil and gas clients in judicial and administrative proceedings spanning leasehold and surface use disputes, royalty payment claims, joint operating and participation agreements, gas sales contracts and asset purchase disputes. The team combines extensive US litigation experience with exposure to international markets, supported by maritime and offshore, policy, regulatory and environmental practitioners to deliver comprehensive coverage across complex energy disputes. In Dallas, Jeffrey King represents producers, marketers and pipeline companies in federal and state courts, alongside Elizabeth Tiblets, who focuses on complex sector disputes. In Pennsylvania, Thomas Ryan and Travis Bannon are noted for upstream and midstream litigation in the Appalachian basin.

McGuireWoods LLP provides representation across the oil and gas sector, advising on complex, high-profile litigation and catastrophic incident response. The team combines deep industry knowledge with regulatory, environmental and investigations expertise, supporting clients across upstream, midstream and downstream operations. Virginia-based practice head Jonathan Blank is a seasoned litigator handling high-stakes disputes in the energy and natural resources sectors. Brian Jackson is a key adviser on natural gas transmission and distribution matters for pipeline operators and construction companies. In Washington DC, Shannon Kasley represents multinational clients in complex commercial litigation and appeals.

Steptoe LLP maintains an active oil and gas disputes practice from Washington DC, with a strong focus on defending pipeline companies before FERC and the appellate courts. The team handles complex regulatory and litigation matters, including pipeline transactions, project development, safety and accident response, and FERC enforcement proceedings. It also advises on presidential permits for cross-border pipelines and other specialised permitting issues, reflecting its depth in federal regulatory frameworks. Energy group chair Daniel Mullen counsels clients on commodities enforcement, investigations and related litigation. Head of oil and gas Daniel Poynor regularly represents pipeline operators before FERC and on appeal. Joshua Runyan advises on the construction and operation of major energy and infrastructure projects.

Venable LLP has distinguished itself as regulatory and litigation counsel to shippers in crude oil, petroleum product and NGL pipeline matters before FERC. The team, based in Washington DC, regularly handles complex issues including market-based rates, competition in transportation markets, return on equity development, tax treatment, cost allocation and other significant pipeline revenue and pricing disputes. Practice head Richard Powers brings extensive experience across administrative, judicial and transactional matters in the oil and gas sector. Steven Adducci focuses on crude oil, petroleum products and NGL proceedings before FERC. Matthew Field litigates market-based rate, discrimination and jurisdictional disputes, while Gregory Wagner adds depth in regulated crude oil and natural gas litigation and transactions.

White & Case LLP brings extensive experience to energy industry disputes, representing operators, service companies, financiers, and joint venture partners across the oil and gas value chain. The team handles matters ranging from upstream operations and royalty disputes to complex contractual conflicts and regularly advises oil and gas companies, power generators, and renewable energy providers on environmental, construction, and IP-related litigation. The practice is led by New York-based co-heads Glenn Kurtz, David Hille, and Jonathan Polkes, alongside Miami-based Jim Robinson. In Houston, Andrew Zeve represents clients in complex energy disputes, while Sean Gorman is recognized for handling high-risk, high-value litigation across the energy and petrochemical sectors.

Yetter Coleman LLP is a Houston-based litigation boutique with a strong focus on the energy sector, regularly trying cases before courts and arbitrators across the US. The team brings broad industry expertise, handling disputes involving sale and purchase agreements, oil and gas leases, royalty agreements and farmout arrangements. Co-head Tim McConn advises on disputes relating to leases, joint operating agreements and royalties. Fellow co-head Robert Woods is experienced in royalty, lease termination, subsurface trespass and environmental disputes. Tracy LeRoy handles high-stakes upstream and midstream litigation, including matters involving exploration, production and transportation.

Arnold & Porter represents leading participants across the oil, gas, LNG, and petrochemicals value chain, advising upstream, midstream, and downstream operators; oilfield service companies; private equity sponsors; and other stakeholders on a broad range of complex disputes. The team handles breach of contract claims, pipeline and plant delivery interruptions, personal injury and environmental litigation, EPC and green energy matters, as well as disputes involving refineries, petrochemical facilities, power plants, and offshore drilling. Alongside strong trial capabilities, the group emphasizes proactive risk management and alternative dispute resolution to resolve issues early and minimize exposure. Co-head Ryan Hartman frequently represents companies and executives in lawsuits, arbitrations, and regulatory investigations. Thomas Kruse brings deep experience in complex commercial, contractual, and engineering disputes across the sector. Colin O’Brien adds substantial courtroom and arbitration experience, coupled with strategic pre-litigation counseling for major energy clients.

GableGotwals fields an Oklahoma-based team with a strong track record representing companies across the energy, oil and gas sectors. The group advises downstream, midstream and upstream clients, including producers, explorers, gatherers, marketers and pipeline operators, in complex commercial disputes nationwide. Co-head Tim Sullivan focuses on complex civil and commercial litigation, regularly representing publicly traded energy companies in state and federal courts. Fellow co-head Brooks Richardson handles class actions and energy disputes. Craig Fitzgerald and Amelia Stipe further strengthen the bench in high-stakes oil and gas matters.

Gordon Arata is an experienced Gulf Coast firm advising global and independent energy clients, including producers, operators, pipeline companies, and oilfield services providers. From its Louisiana base, the team handles oil, gas, and energy litigation and arbitration, alongside regulatory and transactional matters across the sector. Practice head Scott O’Connor represents both multinational and independent energy companies, leading complex and routine disputes. Samuel Masur focuses on oil and gas litigation and title issues, further strengthening the firm’s capabilities in core industry matters.

Headquartered in Houston with a strong presence across Texas, McGinnis Lochridge represents large oil and gas clients in a range of onshore and offshore litigation matters in state and federal court, including Joint Operating Agreement conflicts, lease terminations, pipeline construction disputes, and regulatory enforcement. Jonathan Baughman chairs the firm’s oil and gas practice group out of the firm’s Houston office and has extensive experience in disputes involving processing and purchase agreements, lease covenants, and bankruptcies. Baughman also has experience handling matters related to the Council of Petroleum Accountants Societies, Inc, (COPAS).