Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Fundamentals of Oil & Gas Law and Governance

• Understand the legal structure of the oil & gas industry (upstream, midstream, downstream).
• Identify key stakeholders in oil & gas legal frameworks (governments, investors, regulators, contractors).
• Learn about national and international legal frameworks governing the industry.

2. Licensing, Concessions, and Production Agreements

• Explore types of oil & gas contracts, including:
• Licensing agreements.
• Production-sharing agreements (PSAs).
• Joint operating agreements (JOAs).
• Service and risk contracts.
• Understand the legal implications of exploration and production agreements.

3. Regulatory Compliance and Environmental Laws

• Ensure compliance with international and national oil & gas regulations.
• Address environmental impact assessment (EIA) and sustainability requirements.
• Learn about oil spill liability, decommissioning laws, and emissions control.

4. Contractual Risk Management in Oil & Gas

• Identify key risks in oil & gas contracts (force majeure, indemnities, liability).
• Apply risk allocation strategies in energy transactions.
• Develop dispute resolution mechanisms for contract enforcement.

5. International Energy Trade and Investment Laws

• Understand global trade regulations affecting oil & gas exports/imports.
• Explore bilateral investment treaties (BITs) and investor protections.
• Manage sanctions, embargoes, and geopolitical risks in energy trade.

6. Legal Aspects of Joint Ventures and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

• Structure joint ventures and partnerships in oil & gas projects.
• Navigate M&A transactions and due diligence processes.
• Understand anti-trust and competition laws in oil & gas markets.

7. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration in Oil & Gas

• Identify common legal disputes in oil & gas operations.
• Explore alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods (mediation, arbitration).
• Review case studies on international arbitration in oil & gas contracts.

8. Case Studies and Practical Applications

• Analyze real-world legal challenges in the oil & gas industry.
• Participate in contract review and negotiation exercises.
• Develop a legal compliance framework for an oil & gas company.

Target Audience

• Legal and compliance professionals in oil & gas
• Corporate executives and board members
• Contract managers and negotiators
• Risk management and regulatory officers
• Energy investment and M&A specialists