The law pertaining to natural resources and oil and gas in California is closely tied to real estate, energy law, and property law, but can also pertain to environmental law. Frequently at dispute are mineral rights. Oil, natural gas, coal, precious metals and drinking water are all usually found under the ground. Therefore, legal disputes litigated in natural resources and oil and gas law include who has the rights to such materials, which can involve complicated matters of use and ownership. When choosing a transactional attorney for nature resources (oil and gas) law in or around California, pay particular attention to the attorneys training and experience in leasing, exchange and development, and right of way acquisitions.
Beverly Hills Lawyer Referral Service - Since 1976, this community based non-profit service has been sponsored by the Beverly Hills Bar Association. The Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) has more than 100 participating attorneys. The BHBA LRIS helps thousands of individuals and businesses each year find a qualified attorney throughout Beverly Hills and Los Angeles County, CA.