About John

Practice Areas

Energy financings, large scale exploration agreements, seismic agreements, operating agreements, farmout agreements, oil and gas leases, transportation, processing and marketing agreements.

49 years

45%

Mergers and Acquisitions 35%

Acquisitions and sales of mid-stream assets and producing properties purchase and sale of companies in the drilling, production and pipeline businesses.

49 years

35%

Banking 20%

Energy Financing

49 years

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 7 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2018

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 47 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1978

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

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John R. Bonica's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Pat | November 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

First Rate Oil and Gas Transactional Lawyer

I have known and worked with John on numerous occasions for more than three decades. He is first rate, and has handled a wide range of transactions in Texas and elsewhere. John is extremely responsive and his advice is always accurate and current in terms of legal developments.

Posted by Patricia | April 20, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

EXCELLENT "BEDSIDE MANNERS"!

If he were a doctor, he would have EXCELLENT "BEDSIDE MANNERS"! Mr. Bonica was TOP NOTCH over the phone during my FREE CONSULTATION! TRULY treated me in a respectful manner. Thoroughly answered ALL of my questions w his great knowledge and prior experience in everyday language I could easily unders...tand! During that phone conversation, I decided that I was going to hire Mr. Bonica as my legal representative. From my personal experience w Mr. Bonica, *** ALL OF THESE 5 STAR REVIEWS ARE ACCURATE !!! *** Do yourself a FAVOR and CALL HIM!

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Posted by anonymous | November 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Counsel and Professionalism

John was prompt, accurate and offered fantastic counsel for my oil and gas agreement. I highly recommend his services and plan on contacting him again.

Posted by Steven Key | November 12, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

Outstanding

Mr. Bonica was extremely professional, courteous, and most generous with his prominent expertise. I was to enlist his services but my situation changed and I no longer had need of an attorney for the occasion. Mr. Bonica was most understanding and if my need changes I will; without reservation, con...tact him in immediately.

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Posted by Kathy | December 15, 2014

Trustworthy

Mr. Bonica has been and will continue to be my first choice for an attorney when legal matters arise. Prior to retiring from the workforce I had the privilege of working with John on many corporate matters and since retirement he has worked with me on personal legal matters. I would highly recommen...d John for any corporate or personal matters. He is responsive, helps explain matters in a way that is easily understood by a lay person and is extremely knowledgeable.

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John R. Bonica's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Peissel

Oil and gas lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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 confidence of many companies in the industry."

Patrick Ottinger

Energy and utilities lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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 high level of competence with a vast knowledge of applicable law, all delivered in a timely and professonal manner. As we practice in different states (with different laws), we often consult each other on matters in the jurisdiction of the other. I recommend John without hesistation in a variety of areas, particularly including oil and gas transactional matters."

Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

John Ralls

Oil and gas lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John is an excellent oil and gas lawyer in the Houston area. He is extremely knowledgeable and understands the petroleum industry and his clients needs."

Jonathan Howell

Oil and gas lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An attorney of the highest caliber. Excellent."

David Holmes

Oil and gas lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"John Bonica is among the most knowledgeable and professional transactional attorneys with whom I've had the pleasure of working. He always looks out for the best interests of his clients, and his creativity is unsurpassed."

Frank Natoli

Intellectual property lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Robert Newton

Unknown lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Other

"John is a great contributor to the AVVO community. He provides thoughtful and complete answers to the questions posed and often cites relevant law. The experience reflected in his answers should greatly assist any client."

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Experience

Rating: 10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2016

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2015

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell® PEER REVIEW RATINGS™

2014

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2014

Rated AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell® PEER REVIEW RATINGS™

2013

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

Rated AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell® PEER REVIEW RATINGS™

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010