Bracewell LLP

Bracewell LLP is a go-to firm for oil and gas transactions, advising on upstream, midstream, and downstream matters, including acquisitions, project development, and regulatory issues. A popular choice for energy companies, financial sponsors, and financial institutions, Alan Rafte leads the practice and is highly experienced across a broad range of assets, with a standout track record in carbon capture and sequestration. Co-head James McAnelly maintains a broad transactional practice, advising on the acquisition and disposal of mineral and royalty interests, oil and gas assets, and commercial leases. Jason Jean and Austin Lee are key figures in the upstream and midstream sectors; Jean is skilled in M&A, joint ventures, and capital markets, while Lee is a go-to adviser for operational matters. Parker Lee is frequently engaged by private equity firms and infrastructure funds for large-scale investments, and Lytch Gutmann advises major energy players such as TC Energy and Phillips 66. Benjamin Martin also comes recommended. All individuals are based in Houston except Austin and Parker Lee who act out of New York.