Oil & Gas Leasing & Land Use
Real Estate
Energy Leasing, Land Use, and Development Matters Involving Oil and Gas Assets
WH Burkley advises landowners, developers, and energy companies on oil and gas leasing, land use, and development matters. We provide practical, business-focused counsel to help clients structure agreements, navigate regulatory requirements, and manage the risks associated with energy-related real estate.
Oil and gas development often involves complex ownership structures, regulatory frameworks, and competing land use considerations. We work closely with clients to align leasing and development strategies with broader operational and investment objectives.
Oil and Gas Leasing
• Drafting and negotiating oil and gas leases and related agreements
• Advising landowners and developers on lease terms and royalty structures
• Structuring agreements to address long-term development and operational needs
• Negotiating amendments, extensions, and assignments
Land Use and Development
• Advising on land use issues related to energy development
• Coordinating leasing strategies with broader real estate and development plans
• Addressing surface use, access, and infrastructure considerations
• Aligning energy development with existing property uses
Regulatory and Compliance Matters
• Navigating federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks
• Advising on permitting and compliance requirements
• Coordinating with governmental authorities and regulatory agencies
• Addressing environmental and operational considerations
Agreements and Operational Issues
• Drafting and negotiating easements, rights-of-way, and surface use agreements
• Advising on infrastructure development, including pipelines and access routes
• Addressing disputes or issues arising from operational activities
• Supporting long-term land and resource management strategies
Integration with Real Estate and Investment Strategy
• Coordinating energy-related leasing with broader real estate portfolios
• Aligning agreements with financing and development plans
• Integrating land use strategy with long-term asset management considerations
• Supporting transactions involving energy-related property interests
Our Approach
- Align leasing and land use strategies with each client’s operational and investment objectives
- Move matters forward efficiently from negotiation through implementation
- Coordinate across real estate, regulatory, and operational considerations
- Focus on managing risk while supporting development and long-term value
- Prioritize responsiveness, clear communication, and practical execution
Why WH Burkley
- Experience representing landowners, developers, and energy companies in oil and gas leasing and land use matters
- Strong understanding of the intersection between energy development, property rights, and long-term asset management
- Ability to negotiate and structure leases, easements, rights-of-way, and related agreements
- Integration with real estate, environmental, regulatory, and transactional capabilities
- Responsive, partner-level service focused on practical solutions and long-term value
Recognition
Chambers & Partners | USA
- Band 2 – Real Estate (Ohio)
Best Law Firms | Cleveland
- Band 1 – Construction Law
- Band 1 – Real Estate Law
- Band 2 – Banking and Finance Law
- Band 2 – Litigation – Real Estate
- Band 3 – Litigation – Construction
- Band 3 – Litigation – Environmental
Best Law Firms | Pittsburgh
- Band 1 – Real Estate Law
Best Law Firms | US
- Band 3 – Banking and Finance Law
- Band 3 – Litigation – Real Estate
*Certain recognitions displayed on this page were earned prior to the formation of WH Burkley LLP and may reflect the accomplishments of our legacy firms, Walter Haverfield LLP and Bernstein-Burkley, P.C.