Eight Texas-Based Attorneys From Burleson LLP Named Among The Who's Who In Energy

HOUSTON, Oct. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Burleson LLP, a full-service law firm devoted primarily to the oil and gas industry, announced that eight Texas-based attorneys have been named among The American City Business Journals' 2014 Who's Who in Energy. 

The announcement marks the fourth consecutive year Burleson attorneys have earned a spot in the prestigious ranking, which honors the top 100 prominent industry influencers in seven major U.S. markets where energy is shaping the local economy.  The lists are published by the Columbus Business Journal, Dallas Business Journal, Denver Business Journal, Houston Business Journal, Pittsburgh Business Times, San Antonio Business Journal, and St. Louis Business Journal. 

Rick Burleson, managing partner of the firm, said the news underscores the broad-based impact Burleson attorneys are making on the oil and gas sector. 

"Since opening our doors nearly 10 years ago, we've remained focused on attracting some of the most seasoned attorneys in the industry to deliver our clients the experience, expertise, and depth of legal services they need to be successful," explained Burleson.  "This recognition by The American City Business Journals is a strong indicator of that commitment and the value we bring to the greater oil and gas sector.  I couldn't be more humbled and proud of the achievement." 

The eight Texas-based attorneys included in the ranking are listed below under the business journal in which they were featured: 

Houston Business Journal

• Rick Burleson, who founded Burleson in 2005 with a handful of seasoned energy lawyers.  Today, the firm has five locations and attorneys on the ground in every major oil and gas producing region in the United States, serving clients in both traditional and unconventional shale plays as well as the Permian Basin.  
• Bob Ballentine, who leads Burleson's Midstream Practice Group. He has an extensive background representing companies in complex commercial disputes and experience in class action suits in both state and federal courts, as well as litigation over state, federal, and private mineral royalty claims. 
• Randy Burton, a partner who has practiced commercial litigation for three decades. He has successfully litigated on behalf of numerous exploration and production, service, and midstream companies. 
• Ward Adkins, a partner who heads the firm's Oil and Gas Title Practice Group. With more than 40 years of experience representing oil and gas producers, he is Board Certified in Oil, Gas, and Mineral Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. 

San Antonio Business Journal

• Michael Browning, a partner who is Board Certified in Oil, Gas, and Mineral Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has practiced law for more than a decade, focusing primarily on oil, gas, and mineral title examination. 
• Tom Ciarlone, a partner who practices oil and gas litigation and dispute resolution. He represents a wide range of clients, including Fortune 500 and other large corporations, in a number of matters related to high-profile securities, class actions, and other complex commercial litigation.
• Alex Perez, managing partner of the firm's San Antonio location.  He is well versed in representing U.S. and non-U.S. businesses in connection with domestic and international matters involving corporate law, finance, tax, and mergers and acquisitions. 
• Armando Sanudo-Trueba, a partner and seasoned corporate and international business lawyer who is licensed in Mexico.  He has a broad background in Latin American local and cross-border matters related to corporate, finance, and commercial law, as well as contracting with PEMEX. 

Individuals are selected for inclusion in the annual Who's Who in Energy listing through internal research, industry outreach, and an open-nomination process conducted by the business journals of their respective cities. 

For more information, visit www.bizjournals.com.

About Burleson LLP
Burleson LLP is a full-service law firm devoted primarily to the oil and gas industry. Burleson has a presence in every major North American producing region – with unique experience in shale plays – and serves clients in the upstream, downstream, and midstream sectors. Many of the firm's attorneys have worked in the energy industry, including backgrounds as corporate general counsel, enabling Burleson to bring extensive understanding, knowledge, and insight to the companies and individuals it serves. With deep roots in oil and gas, complemented by broad-based corporate capabilities and mid-market rates, Burleson LLP is truly the law firm where energy matters. For further information, visit www.burlesonllp.com.

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