The coal, oil and gas industries are significant contributors to the economy of southern and south central Illinois and will remain so for the foreseeable future. The exploitation and transportation of those resources raises a number of issues and opportunities for landowners, industry and local governments. Of course, oil, coal and gas are not the only natural resources of importance to local residents. For many area landowners, one of the most valuable natural resources is the timber on their property. The provision of water for growing populations and the expansion of industry is also an ongoing concern.
The Law Office of Douglas J. McCarty, LLC has the knowledge and expertise to assist landowners, industry, and local government with the complicated issues that arise with oil and gas contracts, mineral deeds, pipeline projects, timber contracts and water resource management. We can assist you with title research and opinion, mineral deeds, farm out/farm in agreements, oil and gas leases, timber contracts, water resource management and water projects, among others. If litigation is required, we can help as well. The firm’s principle, Doug McCarty, has experience litigating suits involving natural resources issues, including coal bed methane extraction rights and pipeline easement encroachment. Regardless of your requirements, if you have a natural resources issue, we can open doors for you. Contact us today.