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Biography

Kate Underwood assists clients with a wide range of oil and gas transactional matters, including acquisitions, sales, leasing, operations, title examination, and due diligence. With more than 12 years of experience, she has worked with independent landowners, publicly traded companies, and privately held companies on projects throughout Texas and New Mexico.

Kate’s practice focuses on preparing title opinions, negotiating and drafting contracts, preparing curative instruments, and guiding clients through the due diligence process. She is dedicated to providing practical, clear, and thorough support to help clients achieve their goals in every stage of a transaction.

Bar admissions

New Mexico, Texas

Education

J.D., St. Mary’s University School of Law

B.S., Biomedical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin

Recognition

2024
Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star, by Super Lawyers, a division of Thomson Reuters

Memberships & affiliations

  • Midland Bar Association
  • Permian Basin Landman's Association (PBLA)
  • State Bar of New Mexico Oil, Gas & Energy Resources Lew Section, Member
  • State Bar of Texas Oil, Gas & Energy Resources Law Section, Member
  • Texas Exes, Life Member
  • Women in Energy
  • Young Professionals in Energy (YPE)

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