Winston & Strawn LLP

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Winston & Strawn LLP’s oil and gas litigation practice is known for handling high-profile, high-stakes, and complex cases, with a team of seasoned litigators skilled in trial and arbitration. The practice continues to expand, regularly managing disputes involving contracts, commercial issues, business torts, securities, and royalty class actions. The firm also represents major energy corporations in international arbitrations. The practice is led by Houston-based Michael Murphy, an accomplished trial lawyer with extensive experience in energy disputes, complex commercial litigation, toxic torts, and environmental claims. Dallas-based Tom Walsh, a seasoned trial attorney, represents clients in high-stakes commercial disputes, particularly within the energy sector. Paula Hinton has departed the team.
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Key clients

  • Pioneer Natural Resources USA, Inc.
  • U.S. Well Services, Inc.

Work highlights

Secured a Fifth Circuit affirmance on behalf of Pioneer Natural Resources related to force majeure contract provisions during Winter Storm Uri.