John R. Bonica

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John R. Bonica
5.0 star rating
Best oil & gas attorney in Houston
- Gordon Sorrells, a Energy client
5.0 star rating
John R. Bonica - Extraordinary Value
- a Oil & Gas client

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Hourly ($350-$500/hour)

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Contact Information

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  • 713-659-6500

  • 1322 Dart Street
    Houston, TX 77007
    Office: 713-659-6500
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Languages Spoken

  • Italian

About Me

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John was among the first group of Texas lawyers to earn Board Certification in Oil, Gas and Mineral Law in 1986 from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.... more

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5 star rating

“Best oil & gas attorney in Houston”

Posted by: Gordon Sorrells, 3 months ago.

Client Review: John is the best oil and gas lawyer in town. He knows and understands the industry and will identify and focus on the important issues. When I had a... more
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5 star rating

“John R. Bonica - Extraordinary Value”

Posted by: a Oil & Gas client, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: Of the many attorneys I have dealt with over the last 30 years, Mr. Bonica proved to be the best value proposition of them all. He listened well... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

2 endorsements


Patrick S. Ottinger

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with John on numerous occasions over the past twenty or so years. John demonstrates the rare attributes of a... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Patrick Ottinger , Lafayette (LA), 12 days ago
Charles R. Peissel

John is an outstanding lawyer and has unique expertise in the area of oil and gas matters. He has completed numerous major transactions and has the... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Charles Peissel , Austin (TX), 12 days ago

Résumé

 

License

34 years since John R. Bonica was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Texas Eligible To Practice In Texas 1978 05/15/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
President at John R Bonica, PC 2003–present
Partner at Honigman Miller Schwartz & Cohn 1990–2003
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Rutgers-the State University: Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) law 1977
Amherst College Philosophy BA - Bachelor of Arts 1974

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Rated AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Martindale-Hubbell® PEER REVIEW RATINGS™ 2012
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Martindale-Hubbell® CLIENT REVIEW RATINGS™ 2012
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Houston Bar Association, Mergers and Acquisitions Section 2010-present
Member Texas Association of Bank Counsel 1994-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 4
Answers: 3 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers - chosen by asker
1 Answer marked "I agree" by other lawyers
1 Answer marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
A Re-examination of the Computer Inquiry Rutgers Journal of Computers, Technology, and the Law 1979

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Natural Gas Contracts Gas Contracts 1996
Gas Balancing Case Update Natural Gas Marketing Course 1993
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