Debra J. Villarreal

Recognized by Best Lawyers^® since 2010.

One Arts Plaza, Suite 1500, 1722 Routh Street Dallas, Texas 75201

(214) 969-1700

debra.villarreal@tklaw.com

Firm: Thompson & Knight LLP

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Overview

Firm

Thompson & Knight LLP

Years In Practice

Phone Number (214) 969-1700

Debra Villarreal is an experienced oil and gas attorney who counsels her clients to maximize gains while minimizing risks in joint ventures and the purchase and sale of oil and gas properties. She has closed acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures in the Eagle Ford, the Barnett, the Haynesville, and the Marcellus. She has also represented companies in the acquisition of interests in federal leases offshore Gulf of Mexico, including negotiating unit participation and offshore operating agreements. Debra's experience extends to all facets of the energy industry, including joint operating agreements, leases, drilling rig contracts, exploration agreements, participation agreements, farmouts, title review, and due diligence. With her strong financial background, she has represented numerous borrowers and lenders in financings secured by oil and gas assets, including plants, pipelines, undeveloped acreage, and producing properties.

What legal services does this lawyer offer?

Energy Law

Natural Resources Law

Oil and Gas Law

Awards

Lawyer of the Year recognition for Debra J. Villarreal

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers^® for:

Oil and Gas Law, Dallas/Fort Worth (2017)

Oil and Gas Law, Dallas (2014)

The Best Lawyers in America® by Woodward/White Inc. (Oil and Gas Law); 2010-2014
Dallas Oil & Gas Law "Lawyer of the Year," The Best Lawyers in America® by Woodward/White Inc.; 2014

Education

University of Kansas, J.D.

Graduated 1989

Washburn University, BBA

Graduated 1981

Contact Details and Office Locations

Office: (214) 969-1700

debra.villarreal@tklaw.com

One Arts Plaza, Suite 1500, 1722 Routh Street
Dallas, Texas 75201

Dallas, Texas 75201

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