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Whitaker Thomas Chisam
About Whitaker
Biography
Whitaker started at the ground level of the oil and gas business. After graduating from the University of Texas in 2001 and South Texas College of Law in 2004, Whitaker has been involved in every step of the industry. Whitaker examined title, negotiated leases, and determined mineral ownership for landowners in courthouses and counties all over Texas. Whitaker also conducted due-diligence for high profile companies such as ExxonMobil. Whitaker either composed or contributed to Drilling and Division Order Title Opinions in Texas, North Dakota, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio for numerous nationwide law firms. Whitaker is currently the Manager of the Oil and Gas Division for Bailey and Galyen. Whitaker is Board Certified in Oil and Gas Law in Texas and is also licensed in Kansas.
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Licensed in Florida for 8 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 20 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 12 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Bailey and Galyen
1300 Summitt Ave., Suite 650, Fort Worth, TX, 76102-6666
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Whitaker Thomas Chisam's Reviews
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Posted by Rachel | December 22, 2015 | Consulted Attorney
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Non-Profit Organization
Whitaker was prompt in responding to the unanticipated situation our new non-profit organization faced in regards to a contract question. He was professional in communicating with us and with the opposing counsel. We are so grateful for his expertise and his guidance in successfully resolving this is...
Posted by Susan | May 14, 2015
Mineral Lease
I consulted with Whit concerning a mineral lease. He efficiently reviewed my proposed lease and consulted with the land man. He is very knowledgeable and constructed the best lease for me. He communicated with me in every step of the process. I highly recommend Whitaker.
Posted by Michael | May 1, 2015
First Rate Young Oil & Gas Attorney
Whit is a young attorney but he makes up for limited years in practice with great research and communication skills. His status as a Board Certified Oil & Gas Attorney is well deserved. I give this attorney high marks for focus, problem solving and client attention, at a reasonable rate. Definitel...
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Experience
Honors
2015
BOARD CERTIFICATION IN OIL, GAS & MINERAL LAW, BOARD CERTIFICATION IN OIL, GAS & MINERAL LAW BY THE TEXAS BOARD OF LEGAL SPECIALIZATION
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Bailey & Galyen
2005 - 2015
Attorney, Law Offices of Whitaker Chisam
Associations
2015 - Present
Energy Bar Association
2014 - Present
Tarrant County Bar Association
2013 - Present
Kansas Bar Association
2005 - Present
State Bar of Texas
Sample of Legal Cases
Exxon Mobile Due Diligence
Education
2004
South Texas College of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2001
University of Texas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Free Oil & Gas Clinic
Free Oil & Gas Clinic
Publications
2015
www.galyen.com
COMPREHENSIVE MINERAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Am I entitled to mineral royalties for an oil well nearby?
26 Aug 2015
Q&A
I'm on probation for DWI and have intoxalock in my car to which i blew .010 bac but it started car. Will it be a violation?
04 Aug 2015
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Pulled over and arrested for DWI in Carrollton, Tx.
08 Apr 2015