Even for those landowners who are experienced in negotiations and business, negotiating an oil and gas lease is its own animal with its own unique set of challenges. And, if you don’t ensure that appropriate provisions are included in your lease from the get-go, you may not be fairly compensated, and your property may not be adequately protected. If you are approached by an oil and gas exploration company about leasing your oil and gas rights, the first call you should make is to the experienced and trusted oil and gas attorneys at Plakas Mannos. Our oil and gas lawyers will make sure your rights are protected and that you receive the full value of your agreement.
The oil and gas exploration companies are looking out for their own interests- not yours. There are so many facets of negotiating oil and gas leases that it is important to have a trusted advocate on your side. This is especially true due to how many of these leases ultimately end up being litigated in Ohio courts. Our experienced team of oil and gas lawyers and mineral rights attorneys is actively involved in assisting landowners in navigating the opportunities and challenges presented by today’s frequently changing energy market. Plakas Mannos’ landowner representation focuses on:
Our attorneys are prepared to guide landowners through the complexities they face when presented with oil and gas legal issues. And, in the event your lease results in litigation, you are in good hands.
Depending on the situation, oftentimes, rather than requiring a landowner to pay an upfront retainer and be billed monthly for attorney fees, we are able to enter into contingent fee agreements with our clients. This gives you the ability to have a lawyer working on your behalf without paying money out of pocket, and gives you the peace of mind that your interests will be protected with minimal out-of-pocket financial investment.
Plakas Mannos has handled oil and gas and mineral leases in Stark, Summit, Jefferson, Carroll, Noble, Belmont, Harrison, Monroe, Guernsey, and Columbiana Counties, and beyond. We have handled oil and gas-related litigation in countless Ohio State Courts, as well as the Ohio Federal District Courts.
Because of the complexity of oil and gas lease terms and the generational impact an oil and gas lease can have on your property and your family, you are well-advised to seek professional guidance when considering an oil and gas lease. Plakas Mannos has decades of experience negotiating oil and gas leases, and also litigating these cases when necessary. Our oil and gas team is spearheaded by Attorney Gary Corroto, who was recently named Best Lawyers, “Lawyer of the Year” 2026 edition in the area of Oil and Gas Law in Akron, Ohio. Attorney Corroto was also selected for this same honor in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers, “Lawyer of the Year,” and has been selected as a “Best Lawyers in America” from 2014 to 2026 in the areas of Commercial Litigation, Oil and Gas Law, and Corporate Law. If you would like to retain one of our experienced oil and gas attorneys to assist you in negotiating your oil and gas lease, please call Plakas Mannos at 330-784-5466 or request a consultation online.