About The Daughtrey Law Firm
At The Daughtrey Law Firm, Houston, Texas, we are redefining real estate law in Texas by combining deep legal expertise with modern, results-driven strategies designed to protect your assets through expertise of experienced real estate attorney.
Whether you're handling complex real estate transactions, resolving property disputes, or securing mineral rights, our firm ensures precision, efficiency, and peace of mind at every step.
Backed by a legacy of excellence and client-focused representation, we serve homeowners, investors, developers, and businesses across Houston and beyond.
Our mission is simple—to safeguard your real estate investments with strategic, forward-thinking legal solutions.
Experienced Houston Property Attorney & Texas Mineral Rights Lawyer
With over 18 years of experience, I have dedicated my legal practice to advocating for clients in the Texas real estate law. The complexities of real estate transactions, property disputes, and contract negotiations require careful legal guidance to ensure that property rights and investments are well-protected.
The real estate legal landscape can be challenging, with evolving regulations and unforeseen obstacles.
My focus is on providing thoughtful counsel, strategic representation, and practical solutions to help clients navigate these complexities with confidence.
N. Nixon Daughtrey, Jr.
Our Practice Areas
Mineral (Oil and Gas) Rights for Landowners
For landowners in Texas, understanding oil and gas law is crucial when dealing with mineral rights, lease agreements, and property ownership concerns. Mineral rights agreements are often complex, and failing to fully understand the terms can lead to unfavorable contracts or financial loss.
At Daughtrey Law Firm, we help landowners make informed decisions by reviewing contracts, negotiating favorable lease terms, and ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Whether you are considering leasing your land for oil or gas exploration or facing disputes over royalty payments and ownership rights, our firm provides the legal guidance needed to protect your interests.
We assist clients with oil and gas lease negotiations, title disputes, surface rights agreements, and easement concerns, ensuring that landowners receive fair compensation while maintaining control over their property.
We are committed to helping clients understand their rights and secure the best possible outcomes in oil and gas transactions.
Understand Texas mineral rights and oil & gas lease agreements
Real Estate Law Advisors
Real estate transactions and legal matters can be complex, requiring careful attention to detail to avoid costly mistakes.
At Daughtrey Law Firm, we provide comprehensive legal support for real estate developers, banks, homeowner associations, and individual property owners.
Whether you are purchasing, selling, or leasing property, our goal is to ensure your interests are fully protected through strategic contract negotiations, due diligence, and legal risk assessment.
Beyond transactions, we assist clients with property disputes, title issues, zoning regulations, and lease agreements. Homeowners and investors alike often face legal hurdles such as boundary disputes, landlord-tenant conflicts, and homeowners’ association compliance.
With a deep understanding of Texas real estate law, we work to resolve these challenges efficiently while safeguarding your property rights.
Our firm is dedicated to delivering practical legal solutions that help clients manage their real estate investments with confidence.
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Real Estate and Mineral Rights Services we offer at Daughtrey Law Firm
Oil and Gas Negotiation
Negotiating oil and gas leases, royalty agreements, and surface use rights requires careful legal oversight to protect landowners, mineral rights holders, and energy companies from potential legal and financial risks.
Our firm provides comprehensive legal representation in lease negotiations, joint operating agreements, pipeline easements, and drilling contracts to ensure that financial terms, environmental protections, and legal obligations are clearly defined, enforceable, and beneficial to our clients.
We also assist in title examination, production sharing agreements, severance tax considerations, and mineral rights disputes, helping clients navigate Texas oil and gas regulations while maximizing their financial and legal interests with confidence.
Real Estate and Mineral Due Diligence
Thorough due diligence is critical in real estate acquisitions, mineral rights transactions, and energy infrastructure projects. Our firm conducts extensive title research, land surveys, environmental assessments, and regulatory compliance reviews to identify potential risks before contracts are executed.
We evaluate ownership rights, existing encumbrances, lease obligations, mineral severance issues, and zoning regulations to safeguard investments and prevent legal disputes.
Whether you're acquiring commercial real estate, leasing mineral rights, or developing oil and gas assets, we ensure that all legal, financial, and operational aspects are carefully reviewed for a smooth and legally sound transaction.
Complete Transaction Document Preparation
Well-structured legal documentation is essential for ensuring that real estate and energy transactions are legally enforceable and aligned with contractual obligations.
Our firm drafts and reviews purchase agreements, oil and gas leases, surface use agreements, promissory notes, deeds of trust, easements, and right-of-way agreements to protect our clients' interests.
We also prepare financing agreements, royalty distribution contracts, and closing documents to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. From seller-financed real estate transactions to complex energy agreements, we provide customized legal documentation solutions that mitigate risk and facilitate successful transactions.
Schedule a Strategy Session
We understand that legal matters require careful analysis and strategic planning. That’s why we offer strategy sessions for prospective clients to assess their case, explore legal options, and determine the best course of action.
During your Strategy Session, you and the attorney will:
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Identify the type of case you may have
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Discuss key legal issues and possible solutions
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Review your options under the law
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Outline potential strategies and resolutions
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Determine if The Daughtrey Law Firm is the right fit for your legal needs
In-Person Strategy Session
$750
- 55 Minutes Session
Virtual Strategy Session
$550
- 55 Minutes Session
Why Choose The Daughtrey Law Firm?
N. Nixon Daughtrey, Jr. has nearly twenty years of experience guiding real estate developers, landowners, and mineral rights owners in Texas. He helps clients handle real estate and oil and gas transactions with confidence and care.
His work covers residential and commercial real estate deals, property disputes, and land development rules. He also protects mineral rights and advises on oil and gas law across Texas.
The laws around real estate and mineral rights change often. Our firm stays ahead so clients are ready for any challenge. We help people review real estate contracts, negotiate leases, solve title problems, and protect their investments.
Clients trust us to protect their property and secure the best results under Texas law.
Every real estate deal is different. Every contract dispute is different too. Mineral rights deals are never the same. That’s why we listen first. We learn what you want and what you need. Then we build a plan that fits you.
We help close real estate deals. We fix title problems. We make sure you get a fair oil and gas lease. We work to protect your best interests every step of the way.
We speak clearly. We keep you informed. You always know what your choices mean. We write strong contracts. We handle hard disputes. We find smart answers that protect you now and later.
Real estate and mineral rights law keeps changing. We keep up with new rules and cases. We help you handle contracts, leases, and title issues. We work hard to protect your investment and your property.
At The Daughtrey Law Firm, we help clients all over Houston and Texas. We solve tough real estate disputes. We handle mineral rights conflicts. We close complex property deals. We focus on good results. We protect what matters to you.
Our team knows real estate and mineral rights law well. We watch every detail. We fight for our clients’ interests. We solve title problems. We handle property rights cases in court. We negotiate oil and gas leases that are fair.
We review every contract. We use smart legal steps to get the best outcome. That is why clients trust us. They know we deliver strong results.
Real estate and mineral rights law keeps changing in Texas. We stay ahead. We help you with contracts, leases, title problems, and protecting your investments. We help you move forward with confidence.
Our firm provides a full range of legal services designed to meet the needs of real estate professionals, landowners, and mineral rights holders. Whether you are buying, selling, leasing, or developing property, our legal expertise ensures compliance, risk mitigation, and optimal contract terms.
✔ Real Estate Transactions & Contract Negotiation – Ensuring legally sound agreements that protect your interests.
✔ Land Use & Zoning Law Compliance – Advising developers and landowners on building regulations.
✔ Property Dispute Resolution – Handling title conflicts, boundary disputes, and HOA matters.
✔ Mineral Rights & Oil & Gas Law – Assisting landowners in securing fair lease terms and protecting property interests.
✔ Easements & Surface Use Agreements – Helping clients understand and negotiate access rights.
No matter the complexity of your real estate or mineral rights issue, we provide practical legal solutions that safeguard your assets and support your long-term success.
At The Daughtrey Law Firm, we uphold the highest standards of integrity, diligence, and professionalism in every case. Real estate and mineral law require precision, experience, and a commitment to detail, and we strive to deliver top-tier legal services that exceed client expectations.
Our approach is built on:
- Thorough Legal Analysis: Every contract, transaction, and dispute is reviewed with meticulous attention to detail.
- Proactive Risk Management: We help clients avoid legal pitfalls and anticipate potential challenges.
- Client-Centered Advocacy: We prioritize your best interests while working toward effective and efficient resolutions.
With a strong foundation in Texas real estate and oil & gas law, our firm is dedicated to ensuring that clients receive sound legal guidance, reliable representation, and solutions tailored to their unique needs.
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What Client's Say?
“Nixon really cares about the details and the process was easy to understand after he explained everything. I recommend him as best real estate attorney in Texas for legal consultation. ”
Michael LaRose
“Nixon really cares about the details in mineral rights and the process was easy to understand after he explained everything. Delighted to work with such co-operative mineral rights lawyer.”
Moe A.
“Nixon accurately predicted what the buyers would say and do during the course of the sale, So I could focus on MY goals and avoid distractions that would have delayed the deal. ”
Robert Mitchiner
“I felt like a highly valued client even though my project was not a large project. ”
Vanessa Hunter
“The Daughtrey Law Firm helped me to protect myself and my business! It is one of the best Houston TX law firm which provides awesome Houston residential real estate attorney service.”
Stephen M.
