What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Counsel position at Lewis Energy Group?
Overview
WE ARE HIRING!
Legal Counsel
About Us
At Lewis Energy Group, we are a vertically integrated exploration and production (E&P) company and a leading natural gas producer in South Texas and across the nation. With operations in South Texas and Mexico, we take pride in our long-standing commitment to excellence, innovation, and community engagement.
What sets us apart is our family-oriented work culture, built over decades of dedication and teamwork. This culture drives the passion we bring to our work and the positive impact we strive to make in the communities where we operate.
Legal Counsel provides high quality operations and business-oriented legal advice to various business units in relation to the company’s U.S. leasehold position and exploration and production projects.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do:
Drafts, analyzes and interprets oil and gas leases and other contracts related to oil and gas operations such as joint operating agreements, surface use agreements, master service agreements, and commercial contracts.
Supports various business units by managing the full lifecycle of contracts essential to oil and gas operations, ensuring compliance and mitigating operational and legal risk.
Reviews, analyzes and interprets title opinions and title instruments.
Assists the General Counsel with various projects and ongoing issues, including drafting, analyzing, and interpreting transaction documents, legal research and writing, and support for litigation matters.
Represents the business unit in various meetings and committees as required.
Qualifications
About You (Qualifications & Experience)
We are looking for dedicated individuals who bring expertise, problem-solving abilities, and a strong work ethic to our team. Ideal candidates will have:
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university.
0-3 years related experience; minimum of a Juris Doctorate; additional legal, land, and/or oil and gas industry experience will be positively considered.
Admitted to practice law, in good standing and a member of the Texas State Bar.
Experience with mineral leasehold agreements including joint operating agreements, production handling agreements and other related contracts.
Pragmatic approach to legal advice, with emphasis on ensuring ethical, legal, and safe operations and contracting practices.
- Must possess a fundamental understanding Microsoft Office suite.
Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
Ability to write clearly and persuasively.
Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects effectively and meet deadlines.
Your Benefits
At Lewis Energy Group, we know our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports you and your family — inside and outside of work:
- Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, and more
- Retirement – 401(k) with immediate matching contribution
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for you and your dependents
- On-Site Fitness Center
- Wellness & Company Events throughout the year
Join Lewis Energy Group and become part of a company that values hard work, innovation, and the well-being of its team members. Apply online at www.lewisenergy.com.