Paul Brown has been with Flowers Davis since November 2020, focusing his practice on oil and gas title opinions, real estate law, and estate planning. With a strong background in the oil and gas industry, Paul brings extensive experience in land title research and real estate transactions, making him a trusted advisor for clients across multiple jurisdictions.

Oil & Gas Law Expertise

Paul has rendered drilling, division order, and acquisition title opinions across East Texas, South Texas, the Permian Basin, Ohio, New Mexico, and North Dakota, giving him a holistic view of the oil and gas industry. His knowledge extends to:

• Drafting joint operating agreements, farmout agreements, pooling and unitization agreements, lease addenda, mineral reservations, and assignments
• Assisting oil and gas companies in acquisition and divestiture of assets
• Drafting lien documents for bankruptcy filings on behalf of oil and gas operators
• Understanding and applying Texas Railroad Commission regulations and other play-specific drilling permit requirements
• Researching producing well data, HBP acreage, and proration units

Additionally, Paul shares his knowledge by teaching Introduction to Texas Oil and Gas Law to landmen and industry professionals at Kilgore College on a quarterly basis.

Real Estate & Business Law

Real estate law frequently intersects with oil and gas law and business law, and Paul’s practice covers:

• Drafting promissory notes, mortgages, and deeds of trust for residential real estate closings
• Preparing UCC documents, employment dissolution agreements, and demand letters

Personal Interests

Outside of work, Paul is a travel enthusiast and an avid hiker of America’s National Parks.