Title

Surface Title

Whether it is for wind turbines, cell towers, pipelines, or oil and gas wells, Reagan Smith can provide Surface Ownership Reports. Various maps can also be provided to aid in project assessment and planning.

Mineral Title

Title Due Diligence

Title Due Diligence is prepared for transactions involving mineral or surface rights transfers. The Title Due Diligence is used to verify seller’s title claims and identify any title issues prior to closing. We are expert in Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Indian Affairs Title Due Diligence and Curative.

Title Curative

The Bureau of Land Management and The Bureau of Indian Affairs do not recognize assignments or other documents filed at the county courthouse. These agencies only recognize transactions filed on the correct form and approved by their office. Many operators and working interest owners overlook this fact when conducting transactions that affect BLM/BIA managed tract. Due to the massive amount of mergers and acquisitions which take place in the oil and gas industry, units that contain BIA or BLM tracts often have title deficiencies. Prior to purchasing BLM/BIA regulated lands, Reagan Smith will ensure that due diligence is performed with the proper agencies records. Also, we can prepare and file all documents to clear title discrepancies and reduce liability in future transactions.

Ownership Reports

Reagan Smith prepares mineral and surface ownership for a variety of land based projects. Understanding mineral and surface title at the beginning of a project is crucial for planning. Ownership reports can be used to acquire mineral leases, surface leases and cure title. Ownership reports also determine operating rights, mineral leasehold as well as surface incumberances.