Robert Woods at Yetter Coleman LLP has recently led several significant energy litigation matters. He represented Great Western Drilling and Davoil in a $100 million lease dispute against Pioneer Natural Resources, which settled on the eve of trial. He also secured summary judgment for Southwestern Energy in a class action alleging “well bashing” in West Virginia. For Mewbourne Oil, Woods is currently litigating a hydraulic fracturing dispute involving jurisdictional challenges and competing claims with North Fork Operating in New Mexico.
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  • Venoco Liquidating Trust
  • Chevron

Work highlights

Represented Great Western Drilling and Davoil Inc. in a $100 million lawsuit against Pioneer Natural Resources in Midland County, Texas, over alleged breach of farmout agreements.