This section contains basic documents concerning oil and gas law.

1. It is intended for a general practitioner with a limited knowledge of oil and gas law.

2. The forms are designed for a general practitioner who may be required to review or draft basic oil and gas documents.

3. Oil and gas law is quite complicated due to heavy federal and state regulation and tax implications. Accordingly, a general practitioner should seek assistance from a qualified specialist if his or her needs are beyond the simple forms contained in this chapter.

4. This chapter does not discuss environmental issues or state and federal regulation of oil and gas interests.