Blake & Smith is an energy law firm formed specifically to serve our clients’ needs for title examination and energy transactions. With our many years of experience, we understand the unique needs of landmen, oil and gas professionals and in-house counsel with exploration and production companies. We strive to deliver high quality and cost-effective title opinions in a timely fashion. In addition to title opinions, we are experienced in analyzing and drafting a variety of oil and gas transactional agreements and documents.

Our attorneys are licensed in Texas, Ohio, and Louisiana. We have examined mineral title throughout most areas of Texas, including the Permian Basin, Eagle Ford Shale, the Haynesville Shale, and the Barnett Shale and also have extensive experience in the Utica Shale, among other areas.

We are predominately focused on oil and gas title opinions, which include:

• Original Drilling and Supplemental Title Opinions

• Division Order Title Opinions

• Acquisition Title Opinions

In addition to title opinions, we are experienced in analyzing and drafting a variety of oil and gas transactional agreements and documents.

Personalized service. Exceptional value.

Our vision is to create a client-centered oil and gas firm with an emphasis on direct communication, responsiveness, flexibility and strong relationships. Without the layers of administration and bureaucracy typical in many law firms, our attorneys are able to work directly with clients and respond quickly to requests. Blake & Smith was formed to deliver personal attention, quality work and exceptional value to its oil and gas clientele.