Vinson & Elkins LLP‘s energy litigation team continues to enjoy a leading position in the oil and gas litigation industry, advising clients across the country on a range of matters including energy contract and royalty disputes, class actions and oil and gas transportation disputes. Matthew Stammel heads the energy litigation department in Dallas, and is the point of contact for a number of oil and gas companies and private equity firms on complex disputes. From Houston, fellow co-head Jim Thompson advises on the full spectrum of energy-related litigation in several state and federal courts. The team also includes Houston’s Nicholas Shum, whose broad practice spans energy litigation and contract disputes involving upstream, midstream and oilfield service companies, and Stephanie Noble, known for her considerable experience in commercial litigation in state and federal courts throughout the US.
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- 'This team is a highly professional, cohesive, well functioning team that delivers a very high quality of product.'
- 'What made me choose this team is quality of work and industry knowledge.'
- 'While always responsive and professional, communication is clear, concise and personable.'
- 'Jim Thompson and Nicholas Shum make a great team.'
Key clients
- Antero Resources Corporation
- Denbury Resources Inc.
- Anadarko
- Vitol Inc.
- Apache Corporation
- Magellan Midstream Partners L.P.
- Gavilan Resources, LLC
- CNOOC Energy U.S.A. LLC
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Nicholas Shum
Vinson & Elkins LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jim Thompson, Matt Stammel