# General Mineral Rights Discussion **URL:** https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/c/general-mineral-rights-discussion/5.md?page=11 [Latest](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 12 --- ## [Someone with same last name claiming royalties?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/someone-with-same-last-name-claiming-royalties/82334)
**Author:** [@bredia](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/bredia)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2025, 7:39am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/someone-with-same-last-name-claiming-royalties/82334 "2025-07-11T07:39:15Z")
So what can I do if someone with my Grandfather’s last name is claiming our royalties, also the SURVEYOR has the same last name as well? Now is trying to get a plat? What does this mean? --- ## [Landman search, Oklahoma](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/landman-search-oklahoma/82326)
**Author:** [@greeandwhite](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/greeandwhite)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 3:03pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/landman-search-oklahoma/82326 "2025-07-10T15:03:48Z")
Hi, I believe I may need a Landman. I do not know much about mineral interests or exactly how much land I have that is being used. This land is in Oklahoma. Does anyone know of a Landman in Oklahoma? --- ## [Relentless offers to buy minerals for 10 months then Boom!](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/relentless-offers-to-buy-minerals-for-10-months-then-boom/81068)
**Author:** [@Chandler\_Ragsdale25](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Chandler_Ragsdale25)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 6:07pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/relentless-offers-to-buy-minerals-for-10-months-then-boom/81068 "2025-05-12T18:07:42Z")
I used to post here frequently in the late teens under a similar user name. Anyway our family has been heavily pursued since Mid 2024 by royalty buyers for our Eagle Ford interests. All the while our monthly income has p… --- ## [Looking for Alta Mesa Royalties](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/looking-for-alta-mesa-royalties/82206)
**Author:** [@Lacy\_Newman\_Humphreys](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Lacy_Newman_Humphreys)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2025, 3:44pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/looking-for-alta-mesa-royalties/82206 "2025-07-02T15:44:05Z")
My mother-in-law was receiving royalty checks from Alta Mesa 13 years ago when she passed away. I have been unable to follow the Alta Mesa acquisition trail. If anyone has a suggestion, I would deeply appreciate any info… --- ## [Mitsui in Freestone and Leon County…. A third well?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/mitsui-in-freestone-and-leon-county-a-third-well/82191)
**Author:** [@AnthonyCalifornia](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/AnthonyCalifornia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 7:01pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/mitsui-in-freestone-and-leon-county-a-third-well/82191 "2025-06-30T19:01:24Z")
Is it true that Mitsui has a third permit on a well in Leon County now in addition to the first in Freestone and the Whitaker in Leon? Description O. HENSON 1H (API# 4228932204) was first permitted on 2/21/2025 and dril… --- ## [Chevron](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/chevron/82082)
**Author:** [@fiteman](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/fiteman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2025, 5:51pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/chevron/82082 "2025-06-28T17:51:24Z")
Does anyone here have any experience with Nobel-Chevron (Reeves County, Texas)? I sent them a package with all of my details to transfer mineral rights from my deceased father to me. Their website states that because of … --- ## [Buying land without mineral rights](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/buying-land-without-mineral-rights/82055)
**Author:** [@Walkermj](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Walkermj)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2025, 2:33am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/buying-land-without-mineral-rights/82055 "2025-06-27T02:33:51Z")
Hello, We are looking at buying land in Navarro County, Texas. I know that it was the oil boom County back in the day. The seller does not want to give up mineral rights. If we did buy there would have to be a clause tha… --- ## [Any “Hush-Hush” Areas or Quiet Wells to Watch?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/any-hush-hush-areas-or-quiet-wells-to-watch/81820)
**Author:** [@Zacate](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Zacate)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2025, 7:48pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/any-hush-hush-areas-or-quiet-wells-to-watch/81820 "2025-06-24T19:48:32Z")
Curious if anyone’s been tracking any under-the-radar wells or areas that aren’t getting much attention yet but might be worth a closer look. This site always seems to catch the scent early, and I figured I’d ask before … --- ## [Probating a Will in West Virginia](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/probating-a-will-in-west-virginia/82071)
**Author:** [@CSR30srlty](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/CSR30srlty)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2025, 7:57pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/probating-a-will-in-west-virginia/82071 "2025-06-23T19:57:25Z")
In the process of creating an Heirship Affidavit for Texas mineral rights, I discovered an unprobated will from West Virginia. My Texas attorney said I need to get a referral for a West Virginia estate or probate attorne… --- ## [Mitsubishi Targeting Haynesville E&P Aethon in $8B Deal](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/mitsubishi-targeting-haynesville-e-p-aethon-in-8b-deal/81976)
**Author:** [@Alan\_Herrington](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Alan_Herrington)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2025, 5:03pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/mitsubishi-targeting-haynesville-e-p-aethon-in-8b-deal/81976 "2025-06-23T17:03:55Z")
Japan’s Mitsubishi is reportedly in talks to acquire Aethon Energy’s Haynesville assets in a deal that could be worth $8 billion. Source: Hart Energy Newsletter I assume this would include Aethon’s Bossier/Haynesville … --- ## [L3 and L4](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/l3-and-l4/81979)
**Author:** [@Terra\_Lally](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Terra_Lally)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2025, 8:09pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/l3-and-l4/81979 "2025-06-19T20:09:47Z")
2 of my section descriptions contain an L3 and an L4 at the end. After the Range. Would someone please explain what these are? --- ## [Noble Chevron](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/noble-chevron/82011)
**Author:** [@fiteman](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/fiteman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2025, 3:12pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/noble-chevron/82011 "2025-06-19T15:12:36Z")
Is there some secret to contacting Noble Chevron? I have written them several emails and never received an answer (over several months). I am trying to find my deceased father’s mineral rights which someone is offering t… --- ## [Search sites for Mineral Rights](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/search-sites-for-mineral-rights/81971)
**Author:** [@ShellyM](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/ShellyM)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2025, 2:29am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/search-sites-for-mineral-rights/81971 "2025-06-18T02:29:19Z")
How can I find out if my lots are being drilled and who is doing the drilling? --- ## [Lease memorandum](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-memorandum/81980)
**Author:** [@Mike6127](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Mike6127)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2025, 12:41pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-memorandum/81980 "2025-06-17T12:41:42Z")
Can this type lease be changed to include “a no cost” addendum? --- ## [CR offer on marion cty mineral rights](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/cr-offer-on-marion-cty-mineral-rights/81965)
**Author:** [@user68](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/user68)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2025, 10:48am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/cr-offer-on-marion-cty-mineral-rights/81965 "2025-06-16T10:48:31Z")
My mother (90) got an offer for her inherited 1 acre on Flat Run Rd in Marion County, West Virginia that she didn’t know she had. On the phone they offered $1500 then sent a letter for $1122. Is this a good offer? Any he… --- ## [Shouldn't a 'lot' be listed on the lease?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/shouldnt-a-lot-be-listed-on-the-lease/81800)
**Author:** [@Iam2bear](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Iam2bear)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2025, 4:50pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/shouldnt-a-lot-be-listed-on-the-lease/81800 "2025-06-15T16:50:02Z")
I have a lease for consideration via a private landman. The Township 162N, Range 102W of 5th, Section 6: SE4 in North Dakota. Is the SE4 the lot? Or does this not contain a lot number? This ‘landman’ sent so many red fl… --- ## [Funds in suspense - operator not replying to my emails](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/funds-in-suspense-operator-not-replying-to-my-emails/81869)
**Author:** [@kya0730](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/kya0730)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2025, 4:43pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/funds-in-suspense-operator-not-replying-to-my-emails/81869 "2025-06-10T16:43:45Z")
I have been trying to connect with TGNR regarding some funds in suspense. When I send an email I get an automated response with an ID assigned to it and acknowledging receipt of my request. No answers to my emails. I sta… --- ## [Oil activity](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/oil-activity/81924)
**Author:** [@Gregory\_Boyles](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Gregory_Boyles)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2025, 1:59pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/oil-activity/81924 "2025-06-13T13:59:16Z")
Oil drilling activity Grady County, OK Section 36 Does anyone know if anyone has done anything on this land? --- ## [Depth Clause - Williams County at the Bakken](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/depth-clause-williams-county-at-the-bakken/81754)
**Author:** [@4theRightChild](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/4theRightChild)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2025, 10:55pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/depth-clause-williams-county-at-the-bakken/81754 "2025-06-10T22:55:56Z")
(For adding a depth clause) - Any suggestions as to what might be a proper depth to request on an oil and gas lease? 5-year term on a 63 net acre space. --- ## ["New rig" on site query Texas Railroad commission](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/new-rig-on-site-query-texas-railroad-commission/81778)
**Author:** [@Randle\_David](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Randle_David)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2025, 4:15pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/new-rig-on-site-query-texas-railroad-commission/81778 "2025-06-10T16:15:35Z")
Learning to do searches on the TX RR site and understand how to do the new permit search. I’m now trying to determine how to find out when a new rig has moved on site. Anyone familiar? Thanks. --- ## [Re-fracture newly drilled wells?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/re-fracture-newly-drilled-wells/81362)
**Author:** [@tedthehead](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/tedthehead)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2025, 7:29pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/re-fracture-newly-drilled-wells/81362 "2025-06-09T19:29:35Z")
I’m anticipating royalties from 15 lateral wells being drilled under my (and others’) property. In February 2025 they posted (via a Field Operations Notice) that they were fracking and would expect flowback to begin in M… --- ## [Mineral Owner Liability for abandoned wells](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/mineral-owner-liability-for-abandoned-wells/81748)
**Author:** [@zeke\_abercrombie](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/zeke_abercrombie)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2025, 8:30pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/mineral-owner-liability-for-abandoned-wells/81748 "2025-06-07T20:30:41Z")
I’ve seen some discussion, but what is the liability of a mineral owner if an operator fails to plug a well or causes an environmental problem in Colorado? I’m looking to lease some inherited rights but it’s not enough t… --- ## [Looking for information on a lot my father bought in 2020](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/looking-for-information-on-a-lot-my-father-bought-in-2020/81269)
**Author:** [@b0724](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/b0724)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2025, 2:21pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/looking-for-information-on-a-lot-my-father-bought-in-2020/81269 "2025-06-05T14:21:59Z")
Hello, my dad randomly gave me what looks like paperwork for 20 acres in Blue Quail II, units 514, tract 29, Section 28, Block 39, Survey PSL, acres 20. Any information would be great. --- ## [How can I find Mineral Rights and Values](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/how-can-i-find-mineral-rights-and-values/80793)
**Author:** [@becky1](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/becky1)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2025, 1:43am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/how-can-i-find-mineral-rights-and-values/80793 "2025-06-04T01:43:32Z")
Good afternoon. I am at my wits end. I have spent the last 2 weeks trying to locate my father’s mineral rights and I have found nothing except heartache and phone tag. My father recently passed. He lived in Oregon, I liv… --- ## [Pursuing minerals from a deceased relateive - is it worth it](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/pursuing-minerals-from-a-deceased-relateive-is-it-worth-it/81656)
**Author:** [@94NDTA](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/94NDTA)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2025, 8:29pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/pursuing-minerals-from-a-deceased-relateive-is-it-worth-it/81656 "2025-06-03T20:29:48Z")
My 2nd cousin, who my wife and I were very close with, passed away last week. He did not make a will as he had no kids. My wife was his financial beneficiary and health directive; we were the closest thing to his kids. H… --- ## [Just inherited...where do I start to learn and what do I have?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/just-inherited-where-do-i-start-to-learn-and-what-do-i-have/81687)
**Author:** [@theotheralford](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/theotheralford)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2025, 4:53pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/just-inherited-where-do-i-start-to-learn-and-what-do-i-have/81687 "2025-05-31T16:53:52Z")
This is what was given to me. Where do I start? How do I find out if anything is being used? Or owed? What is the first thing? Everything has legally been transferred and listed with the counties. --- ## [Where to start for Researching more minerals in Texas](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/where-to-start-for-researching-more-minerals-in-texas/81673)
**Author:** [@SHeath](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/SHeath)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2025, 11:17pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/where-to-start-for-researching-more-minerals-in-texas/81673 "2025-05-30T23:17:16Z")
I just started messaging on this forum, as I was looking into selling. I then remembered we had at least 10 others that have never been leased or at least it’s been many years ago. My question is how do I go about findin… --- ## [Getting ghosted by over 11 oil Operators in OK](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/getting-ghosted-by-over-11-oil-operators-in-ok/81668)
**Author:** [@khross](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/khross)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2025, 3:11pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/getting-ghosted-by-over-11-oil-operators-in-ok/81668 "2025-05-30T15:11:33Z")
I hired Bass Law to notify 11 producers in 8 separate counties in Oklahoma regarding the fact that although I have clear title to and have notified all producers of my whereabouts, they will not, nor have they paid ANY r… --- ## [Transfering fields](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/transfering-fields/80637)
**Author:** [@bredia](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/bredia)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2025, 6:10pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/transfering-fields/80637 "2025-05-29T18:10:05Z")
Can they transfer fields if you don’t know about it? --- ## [New drilling pad on my property](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/new-drilling-pad-on-my-property/81575)
**Author:** [@steve\_keller](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/steve_keller)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2025, 12:38pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/new-drilling-pad-on-my-property/81575 "2025-05-26T12:38:50Z")
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