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Position: Oil & Gas Attorney

Location: Houston or San Antonio

I am partnering directly with leadership at a well-respected energy-focused litigation firm known for representing sophisticated clients in complex energy disputes, including trials and arbitration. The firm is looking for an oil & gas attorney in either the Houston or San Antonio office. This firm offers attorneys direct exposure to substantive energy litigation matters, a collegial and supportive culture, and a clear opportunity to build a long-term career within a respected, industry-focused litigation practice.

Relocation assistance will be available for qualified candidates upon acceptance of the position

The salary for this role is market-competitive and commensurate with experience, with generous performance-based bonuses.

What We Need

• 3–7 years of experience with a primary focus on oil and gas litigation preferred

• Previous oil and gas litigation experience is required

• Strong litigation skills, including motion practice, discovery, and case strategy

• Ability to manage matters independently and collaborate with senior litigators

• Active Texas Bar license in good standing

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills

What You'll Do

• Handle oil and gas litigation matters from inception through resolution

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery in complex energy disputes

• Support trial and arbitration preparation alongside experienced energy litigators

• Work directly with firm leadership on strategy for significant client matters

What You'll Get

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience plus performance-based bonus

• Full health care coverage

• Life insurance coverage and Long-term disability coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan with immediate contribution eligibility

• 3 weeks of paid time off annually

• Firm-paid licensing fees, industry memberships, and CLE expenses (including travel)

• Professional, organized, and collaborative

If you are an experienced oil & gas attorney seeking meaningful energy-focused work within a supportive, growth-oriented firm, I welcome a confidential discussion. Please submit your resume in confidence to Brian Farley at Brian.Farley@gogpac.com or call 605-403-5177; all communication will be treated as strictly confidential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.