Mason W. Smith

Mason W. Smith

Oil and Gas Law

3.0 (1 reviews)
Fort Worth, Texas
11+ years experience
Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP
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201 Main Street, Suite 2500, Fort Worth, TX 76102
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Bio

Mason W. Smith is an associate in the firm’s Oil & Gas/Energy section. He represents landowners, oil and gas operators, mineral/royalty owners, and surface developers in a variety of oil and gas matters. His primary area of focus is transactional work, which involves handling the buying and selling of working interest properties, mineral interests, and midstream assets. He also deals with oil and gas leases, surface use agreements, water use and disposal agreements, water leases, pipeline easements, and agreements pertaining to renewable energy projects like wind and solar initiatives. Additionally, Mr. Smith provides assistance to clients involved in energy-related disputes, particularly cases concerning oil and gas royalty matters.Beyond his regular practice, Mr. Smith dedicates his time to pro bono work, with a particular emphasis on estate planning. He actively participates in estate planning clinics organized by Tarrant County Volunteer Attorney Services.Before joining the firm, Mr. Smith served as a judicial law clerk for Justice Jeffrey S. Boyd at the Supreme Court of Texas. Mason W. Smith is an associate in the firm’s Oil & Gas/Energy section. He represents landowners, oil and gas operators, mineral/royalty owners, and surface developers in a variety of oil and gas matters. His primary area of focus is transactional work, which involves handling the buying and selling of working interest properties, mineral interests, and midstream assets. He also deals with oil and gas leases, surface use agreements, water use and disposal agreements, water leases, pipeline easements, and agreements pertaining to renewable energy projects like wind and solar initiatives. Additionally, Mr. Smith provides assistance to clients involved in energy-related disputes, particularly cases concerning oil and gas royalty matters.Beyond his regular practice, Mr. Smith dedicates his time to pro bono work, with a particular emphasis on estate planning. He actively participates in estate planning clinics organized by Tarrant County Volunteer Attorney Services.Before joining the firm, Mr. Smith served as a judicial law clerk for Justice Jeffrey S. Boyd at the Supreme Court of Texas. Mason W. Smith is an associate in the firm’s Oil & Gas/Energy section. He represents landowners, oil and gas operators, mineral/royalty owners, and surface developers in a variety of oil and gas matters. His primary area of focus is transactional work, which involves handling the buying and selling of working interest properties, mineral interests, and midstream assets. He also deals with oil and gas leases, surface use agreements, water use and disposal agreements, water leases, pipeline easements, and agreements pertaining to renewable energy projects like wind and solar initiatives. Additionally, Mr. Smith provides assistance to clients involved in energy-related disputes, particularly cases concerning oil and gas royalty matters. Beyond his regular practice, Mr. Smith dedicates his time to pro bono work, with a particular emphasis on estate planning. He actively participates in estate planning clinics organized by Tarrant County Volunteer Attorney Services. Before joining the firm, Mr.

Practice Areas

Oil and Gas Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Oil and Gas Law
  • Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, 2026Oil and Gas Law
  • Oil and Gas Law
  • Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2023-2025Energy & Resources
  • Energy & Resources
  • Top Attorney, 360 West magazine, 2021-2025Oil & Gas Law
  • Oil & Gas Law
  • TVAS Attorney Volunteer of the Year, Tarrant County Bar Foundation Pro Bono Programs, 2024
  • Top Attorney, Fort Worth Magazine, 2024

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026

Education

  • Abilene Christian University, B.B.A., graduated 2014
  • University of Oklahoma, J.D., graduated 2018

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Reviews

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James Adams

2 weeks ago

Competent on mineral rights, but communication was inconsistent

I hired Mason Smith to assist with a complex mineral rights lease negotiation for a family-owned property in the Barnett Shale. His knowledge of oil and gas law was evident, and his background representing landowners gave me confidence. He successfully navigated the key contractual terms related to pooling and royalty calculations, which was crucial. However, the experience was mixed. While the final outcome was solid, there were periods where responses to emails took several days, leaving me uncertain about the status. For a matter as time-sensitive as ours, clearer communication on timelines would have been appreciated. His recognition in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch is well-deserved for his technical skill, but the client service aspect felt just adequate. He is a capable attorney who got the job done, though the process could have been smoother.

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