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Shale Development
140 published works
The Energy Law Blog
Haynesville shale gas production is increasing again; Will Haynesville-related litigation increase again, too?
By James E. Lapeze, Jonathan J. Fox
In August 2018, dry natural gas production from the Haynesville shale averaged 6.774 billion cubic feet per day, which is the highest daily Haynesville production average since September 2012 when…
The Energy Law Blog
Five Lessons Learned from Executing Shale Drilling Transactions
Shale drilling transactions typically involve (1) a party who holds oil and gas leases with underlying shale formations but who may not have the risk capital or expertise to explore…
Energy & Environmental Law Blog
Regulation of Shale Drilling Recently Changed to Comply with Act 13
On Saturday, October 8, 2016, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection enacted its new regulations covering unconventional natural gas well pad development. The new regulations include area of review requirements…
Real Lawyers Have Blogs
Top 10 in Law Blogs: Deadly Marijuana, Sleepy Lawyers & the FCCs Wi-Fi Rules Re-Thought
Today, on LXBN we explore everything from scary marijuana death claims to disciplining lawyers sleeping on the job (don't we pay them enough to stay awake!). Check out the Top 10 for Thursday: Death…
Delaware Bankruptcy Update
Intervention Energy Holdings LLC Files for Chapter 11 Protection
Another North Dakota shale oil driller has filed for bankruptcy protection. On May 20, 2016, Intervention Energy Holdings LLC, and its affiliates (“Debtors”) sought chapter 11 protection from the United…
Ohio Environmental Law Blog
Water Rights & Regulation in the Utica and Marcellus Shale Plays- Part 2 of 3
This is the second post in a three part series which discusses water rights & regulation in the Utica and Marcellus Shale regions. The first post discussed how oil &…
In Solvency
Swift Energy Co., Shale Oil Driller, Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Delaware
Swift Energy Co. (“Swift”) has become the latest U.S. shale driller to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, filing a voluntary petition on December 31, 2015. Swift pumps oil in the…
Delaware Bankruptcy Update
Swift Energy Co., Shale Oil Driller, Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Delaware
Swift Energy Co. (“Swift”) has become the latest U.S. shale driller to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, filing a voluntary petition on December 31, 2015. Swift pumps oil in the…
Keeping It Real Estate
Some thoughts from the European Shale Gas and Oil Summit 2015
By David Moss
Early engagement with the community and the planning authority is key. It helps to bring order and information to the process. It can prevent issues mushrooming, with some careful explanation of…
Keeping It Real Estate
Shale Gas: Plan for a bumpy road ahead
Time is money. The shale gas sector wants quicker planning decisions. Local Planning Authorities are chronically under resourced. How can the industry navigate a planning process which has integrity without…