Kuiper Law Firm PLLC

Bresee Carlson serves as a Partner at Kuiper Law Firm and manages the firm’s Denver office, where she oversees all Colorado matters. In this leadership role, she guides the firm’s regional operations, ensuring that Colorado projects meet Kuiper Law Firm’s standards of excellence, efficiency, and client-focused service. With extensive experience in oil, gas, and natural resources law, Bresee leads a multidisciplinary team of attorneys and land professionals handling title examination, due diligence, regulatory, and transactional work throughout the Rocky Mountain region. She plays an integral role in maintaining consistency and quality across the firm’s Colorado practice, while also advising clients on complex ownership, leasing, and development issues unique to the state. As the Denver Partner, Bresee combines strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in client matters, fostering collaboration between the Colorado team and the firm’s offices in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. Her leadership and technical acumen help strengthen Kuiper Law Firm’s presence in the western U.S. energy market.

Lori Ferguson serves as Partner and General Counsel at Kuiper Law Firm, where she also leads the firm’s litigation department. In this dual role, she directs strategic oversight of the firm’s legal operations while guiding complex litigation matters from inception through resolution. With more than a decade of legal experience, Lori brings deep strength in both transactional and dispute-resolution arenas. Her practice encompasses commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, commercial collections, and oil and gas title matters, balanced with an ability to litigate contractual and commercial disputes. As head of litigation, Lori ensures that the firm’s strategies align with client objectives, exercising day-to-day leadership over case planning, resource allocation, and trial preparation. Her leadership as General Counsel further extends to providing in-house counsel for the firm itself—steering internal legal risk management, compliance, and governance. Lori is licensed to practice in Texas, Montana, and Mississippi, as well as in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas. She earned a B.A. from Tulane University and her J.D. from South Texas College of Law.

Alexander Kuiper

Alexander Kuiper is the Managing Partner and Owner of Kuiper Law Firm. In this leadership capacity, he oversees the firm’s strategic direction, business operations, and long-term vision while maintaining an active role in legal practice. With a hands-on approach, Alexander balances client representation with executive responsibilities. His practice spans corporate law, commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and other complex legal matters. Under his guidance, the firm maintains its emphasis on delivering high-quality, client-focused solutions. As Managing Partner, Alexander ensures that policies, procedures, and firm culture align with core values and ethical standards. He leads efforts in business development, talent management, and strategic growth, fostering a collaborative environment that supports both legal excellence and client satisfaction. Beyond his operational leadership, Alexander remains deeply engaged in key client matters, leveraging his legal expertise to support the firm’s reputation for responsiveness, integrity, and results.

Steven Lehrbass

Steven Lehrbass serves as a Partner at Kuiper Law Firm, based in the firm’s Houston office. In his role, he works closely with fellow Partner Diana Woodcock to oversee and manage the firm’s matters across New Mexico, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency in all client deliverables. Steven provides leadership and oversight for the firm’s title and transactional teams handling New Mexico work, coordinating efforts between attorneys, landmen, and clients to maintain the firm’s high standards of accuracy and responsiveness. He also plays a key role in developing workflow processes and quality control measures that support the firm’s growing regional practice. With a strong background in oil and gas law, Steven’s practice encompasses mineral title examination, due diligence, and regulatory compliance. His practical understanding of both legal and operational aspects of energy development allows him to anticipate client needs and provide solutions that are both strategic and efficient. As a Partner, Steven continues to contribute to Kuiper Law Firm’s reputation for excellence in the energy sector, combining technical precision with collaborative leadership to guide the firm’s New Mexico operations.

Laura Bennett Schwarz serves as Partner and Managing Attorney of Kuiper Law Firm’s Oklahoma City office. In this role, she oversees the firm’s operations across Oklahoma, ensuring that the office upholds Kuiper Law Firm’s standards of excellence, collaboration, and client-focused service. With nearly two decades of experience in the oil and gas industry, Laura brings a strong background in title examination, due diligence, asset management, and complex land and regulatory matters. Her leadership is instrumental in guiding the Oklahoma City team’s work across multiple jurisdictions, supporting operators, landmen, and energy companies with precision and efficiency. As the Oklahoma City Partner, Laura provides both strategic oversight and hands-on mentorship—bridging the firm’s regional and national operations while maintaining close client relationships. She is licensed to practice in Oklahoma and North Dakota and is a Certified Professional Landman (CPL), active in professional associations including the AAPL, OCAPL, and the Oklahoma Bar Association. Laura’s deep industry knowledge and commitment to client service make her a cornerstone of Kuiper Law Firm’s presence in Oklahoma and the surrounding region.

ChatGPT said: Diana Woodcock is a Partner based in Kuiper Law Firm’s Houston office. In her role, she collaborates closely with Alexander Kuiper and Steven Lehrbass to oversee and manage the firm’s legal work across New Mexico and Texas. Diana brings comprehensive expertise in energy, commercial, and real estate law, and she plays a central role in coordinating cross-jurisdictional matters between the Houston, Midland, Fort Worth, and regional offices. She helps ensure consistency in legal strategy, client service, and operational standards throughout the firm’s footprint in Texas and New Mexico. Beyond her regional oversight, Diana remains actively involved in significant client engagements, serving as counsel in transactional, regulatory, and litigation matters. Her partnership role places her at the intersection of practice leadership and client advocacy, reinforcing Kuiper Law Firm’s commitment to high-quality, responsive legal services in the region.