“Having worked with Chris for a number of years as a Landman and a Title Attorney, I can state with
confidence that he is one of the best in the business. He has a thorough knowledge of oil and gas
law and a desire to constantly learn more. Using his extensive expertise, Chris is able to view and
interpret issues from every perspective as he continually exceeds his clients’ goals. Chris’s
ambition and drive coupled with his friendly, personable demeanor will enable him to succeed in
every endeavor he pursues.”
Land Manager, Fortune 500 Energy Company
“When you have been examining title for 33 years you can recognize quickly who has what it takes
to be a very good title attorney. Chris has what it takes! I recommend him highly to anyone looking
for a very good title attorney.”
Texas Attorney, Board Certified in Oil, Gas and Mineral Law
“Chris is a bright attorney and has a rare blend of analytical and inter personal skills. He also has a
meticulous approach in problem solving.”
Vice President of Land and Legal
“Chris is a brilliant person. He works hard at all his work endeavors and performs all beyond need.
He worked in the field to get hands on experience in the abstracting of title to give him the personal
knowledge of the challenges that exist in the field for preparation of runsheets for title examination.
Based on Chris’s work ethic and knowledge I highly recommend him.”
Certified Professional landman
Christopher T. (Chris) Shannon is the founding member and lead counsel of the Shannon Law Firm, PLLC. Chris has worked in the oil and gas industry since 2008 as a field landman, an in-house attorney/landman, a title attorney, and a shareholder for a leading oil and gas firm.
Chris received his undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University in 1998 and his JD from the University of Houston Law Center in 2005. Chris began his legal career as a patent attorney, prior to paving his path in the energy sector.
He started his oil and gas journey as a field landman, assembling runsheets, performing courthouse research, leasing and due diligence in various counties throughout Texas. After nearly two years of field land experience, Chris began working as a title attorney where he examined title documents, wrote hundreds of title opinions, assisted in due diligence projects, and managed teams of attorneys.
In 2013 Chris joined a publicly-traded exploration and production company as an in-house landman and attorney where he managed large-scale leasing projects, acquisitions, and operated and non-operated joint-venture drilling programs.
Prior to starting the Shannon Law Firm, Chirs worked as an
attorney and a shareholder of a specialized oil and gas firm where he generated significant growth, sourced acquisition projects from major oil and gas companies, examined title, and drafted title opinions for tracts of land in various counties throughout Texas, New Mexico
and North Dakota. Additionally, he advised and drafted legal memorandums on complex issues including overriding royalty washouts, working interest washouts, assignment/deed interpretation, acknowledgements, and powers of trustees.
Chris is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Oil, Gas and Mineral Law, is a Certified Professional Landman, and is a member of several Professional Associations, including; the Oil, Gas and Mineral Law Section, Houston Bar Association; the Houston Association of Petroleum Landmen; and the American Association of Professional Landmen. He is licensed to practice law in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania.
In addition to providing strategic and tailored legal counsel to his diverse client base, Chris is passionate about education and fostering the growth and advancement of the industry. He is a regular volunteer for the Houston Association of Professional Landman’s (HAPL) mentor/mentee program, where he leads and advises up-and-coming professionals as they navigate the complexities of building a career in the energy sector. Throughout his career, Chris has given several presentations to mineral owners, engineers, landmen, attorneys, accountants, analysts, and executives in effort to further the education of his clients and colleagues – both experienced and those new to the oil and gas arena. Additionally, he has served as a HAPL board member, and is in his fifth year as Chariman of the HAPL annual Saltwater Fishing Tournament. Through these efforts, Chris takes pride in sharing his expertise with clients and other industry stakeholders and serving as a steward for his colleagues and professional organizations.
