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Mineral Rights For Landowners

Inside Oil & Gas: Why Landowners Need Legal Help

I Spent 10 Years as an Oil Company Landman Here’s Why You Can’t Negotiate Your Own Lease Look. For a decade, I worked as a landman negotiating leases and other agreements for major oil companies and independent operators. I negotiated with hundreds of landowners across Texas. And I’ll tell you exactly what happened when landowners tried to negotiate their own

Nixon Daughtrey November 11, 2025

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Cell Tower Leasing

Why Texas Landowners Need Attorneys for Cell Tower Leases

Cell tower lease agreements represent significant long-term commitments that impact property value for decades. Many Houston landowners face critical decisions when operators approach them with lease proposals or renegotiation opportunities. The financial stakes often reach hundreds of thousands of dollars over the life of these agreements. Yet some property owners attempt to navigate these complex negotiations alone, believing professional guidance

Nixon Daughtrey November 2, 2025

Estate Planning & Probate

Real Cost of Probate: Complications No One Warns You About

When families lose a loved one in Texas, settling their estate through probate or an affidavit of heirship often seems straightforward. However, numerous complications can arise that significantly increase both the time and cost involved. Understanding these potential issues, especially those unique to Texas property and mineral rights, helps families prepare financially and emotionally for the process ahead. In This

Nixon Daughtrey August 18, 2025

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Case Studies

Easement Success Case Study: Complex Dispute Resolved

The Daughtrey Law Firm, a Houston-based law firm specializing in real estate and oil & gas law, was recently retained to represent landowners in a complex negotiation involving the expansion of an near Lake Amistad, located close to Del Rio, Texas. The project involved negotiating with AEP Texas, a major electric utility company, which sought to expand a nearly 100-year-old

Nixon Daughtrey April 24, 2025

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Real Estate Financing

Wrap Deal in Real Estate: How It Works

Buying or selling real estate can create financial challenges. Traditional loans do not always meet everyone’s needs. This is where a creative solution known as a “wraparound mortgages” steps in. In Texas real estate, wraparound financing, or “wraps,” is popular. It lets sellers avoid traditional banks. Instead, they act as lenders. While this can benefit both buyers and sellers, wraps

Nixon Daughtrey January 24, 2025

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Mineral Rights For Landowners

Midstream Infrastructure: Guide for Oil and Gas Investor

Midstream infrastructure is essential for the oil and gas industry. It helps transport, store, and process resources efficiently. This process moves resources from extraction sites to end-users. Imagine pipelines and storage facilities as the highways and rest stops that keep traffic flowing smoothly. For real estate professionals, investors, and landowners in Texas, it is important to understand midstream infrastructure. Knowing

Nixon Daughtrey January 4, 2025

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Financial & Real Estate Law

Key Elements and Benefits of Right of First Refusal in Texas

The Right of First Refusal (ROFR) is an important legal tool in Texas real estate. It impacts property deals and ownership relationships. If you own a property, you may want to control future sales. If you are a buyer, you might want first access to a property you desire. Understanding how a Right of First Refusal (ROFR) works can be

Nixon Daughtrey January 2, 2025

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Mineral, Water, and Wind Rights & Closing/Post-Closing Processes

Understanding Tax Incentives for Renewable Energy in Rural Texas

Rural Texas has become a hotspot for renewable energy projects, particularly in the realms of wind and solar energy. These initiatives help promote clean energy. They also provide significant financial benefits through different tax incentives. The world of tax credits can be confusing. This leaves landowners, real estate professionals, and investors with many questions. They want to know how to

Nixon Daughtrey December 19, 2024

Estate Planning

Understanding Due Diligence in Texas Land Transactions

When buying or selling land in Texas, especially for farmers and ranchers, doing “due diligence” is very important. This thorough examination ensures informed decisions by understanding the land in question deeply.

Nixon Daughtrey December 10, 2024

Legal Service

When and Why Lawyers Charge for Consultations

Navigating the legal landscape can be daunting. One of the first hurdles is understanding why lawyers charge for consultations. You might wonder, “Why isn’t my real estate lawyer consultation free?” or “Why does my lawyer charge me for a consultation?” These are valid questions. The truth is, not all lawyers charge for consultations. Some offer free initial meetings, while others

Nixon Daughtrey December 10, 2024

Our Services

Real Estate Law Advisors

Representation for real estate developers, banks, homeowner associations, and individuals as clients who I regularly assist with their real estate related legal needs.

Mineral Rights for Landowners

Oil and gas documents are complex and unique to every parcel. You need to understand the documents that you are being asked to sign. Get the guidance you deserve before signing.

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