Thomas Howell has been practicing law in Texas since his graduation from Southern Methodist School of Law in 1975. He has been engaged in private practice since 1987. Prior to 1987, Mr. Howell served as in-house counsel for Mobil Oil Corporation and for two other New York Stock Exchange-listed energy companies. He was Board Certified in Oil, Gas and Mineral Law by the Texas Board of Legal Certification in 1986, the first year this certification was offered.
Practice Areas:
Oil, Gas and Mineral Law
- Purchase and sale of oil and gas properties, including minerals and working interest.
- Title due diligence regarding the purchase and sale of oil and gas properties and companies.
- Title due diligence for lenders with energy company borrowers.
- Representing independent oil and gas producers and industry professionals in a variety of areas including land, title and operational matters.
- Representing landowners leasing minerals in the Barnett Shale and elsewhere.
- Representing landowners in the negotiation of pipeline rights of way and geophysical exploration (seismic) permits.
- Title-related matters involving estates and probate.
Civic and Other Activities
Present Activities:
- Member, Park Cities Presbyterian Church
- U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association
- U. S. Naval Academy Blue & Gold Officer, assisting with admissions
Past Activities:
- Navy Reserve Judge Advocate General Corps (retired as 0-6)
- Member, Small Business Council of Greater Dallas Chamber
- Congressman Sam Johnson's Service Academy Selection Board
- Congressman Pete Session's Service Academy Selection Board
- Committee Chairman, Boy Scout Troop 777
- Board Member, Hispanic Youth Foundation