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Rhodes Hamilton and Clif Squibb are pleased to announce that Bryan Shores is elevated to a name partner of the firm. In recognition of his skill, hard work, and leadership, the firm will now be named Hamilton Squibb & Shores, LLP.

The Institute for Energy Law (IEL) has chosen Amanda Hale to participate in its third annual Leadership Class. Ms. Hale was selected from a nationwide pool of applicants for this year’s class, which comprises 42 people from 10 states and India, the majority of which...

Partner Clif Squibb presented a paper, Title Issues in Mineral and Royalty Transactions, at the 2020 Oil, Gas & Mineral Title Examination Course sponsored by the State Bar of Texas. The paper discusses key considerations for buyers and sellers when entering into...

As you may be aware, the Railroad Commission of Texas has taken up consideration of prorationing. Commissioner Ryan Sitton, sympathetic to the view that organic supply cuts do not adequately address overproduction, has proposed an order that would require operators to...

In a 7-2 ruling last week, the Supreme Court of Texas issued an opinion in favor of Piranha Partners, et al., reversing the court of appeals and providing a win for the “all right, title, and interest” camp. Piranha[1] concerns the scope of a conveyance when an...

Malissa Perkins has joined the firm as an associate. Bringing thirteen years of experience in oil and gas matters, Malissa will be assisting with the firm’s title practice. We are thrilled to have Malissa aboard. Back to News and...

The Dallas office of Hamilton & Squibb has moved to a new location. Our office is now on the 11th floor of Campbell Center, just one floor above the prior location. With a fresh buildout and the same convenient location, we look forward to serving our clients from our...

Grant Chumlea joined the firm as of counsel in September. Licensed in Texas and New Mexico, Grant will be focusing on title examination and related oil and gas matters. We are excited to have Grant join the team. Back to News and...

Hamilton & Squibb, LLP is pleased to announce the expansion of the firm to Fort Worth, Texas. Joining the firm to open the office are John Doumany, Amanda Hale, and Garrett Bradshaw. John Doumany is joining the firm as Of Counsel and Amanda Hale and Garrett...