TRC Services v. Liberty Lift Solutions LLC, et al.

Represented Liberty Lift Solutions, a rising leader in the artificial lift industry, and two of its employees in litigation and arbitration proceedings involving a competitor’s allegations of trade secret and non-compete violations. Successfully defeated the plaintiff’s request for a temporary restraining order in Harris County state court, then compelled the dispute to arbitration over plaintiff’s objection. After arbitration was initiated, the case settled on confidential terms.

Type of Case: Non-Compete & Trade Secrets, Energy Arbitrations

Confidential Arbitration, in the American Arbitration Association

Represented major oil and gas company in a contract dispute with a major oilfield services company over the provision of wellheads used on oil and gas wells in major shale plays. Filed arbitration demanding millions of dollars based on overcharges related to the provision of oilfield equipment. Oilfield services company counterclaimed, seeking more than $37 million in damages. Following a six-day final hearing, obtained a unanimous order from panel in favor of client. Subsequently settled case in exchange for payment of nearly 100% of contract damages and interest sought in the arbitration.

Type of Case: Oilfield Service & Vendor Litigation, Accounting & Audit Disputes, Energy Arbitrations

Confidential Arbitration, in the American Arbitration Association

Represented major oil and gas operator in an arbitration against one of its largest oilfield service providers based on disposal services provided in the Permian Basin. Sought more than $5 million for repayment of improper overcharges and defended against counterclaim seeking nearly $1.5 million in damages. Settled case in exchange for seven-figure settlement in operator’s favor.

Type of Case: Oilfield Service & Vendor Litigation, Accounting & Audit Disputes, Energy Arbitrations

Confidential Arbitration, in the American Arbitration Association

Represented oil and gas company in arbitration against major oil and gas operator related to the purchase of shale assets and associated joint interest billings (JIBs). Sought more than $30 million related to monies owed under a Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) and related Transition Services Agreement (TSA). Settled case in exchange for substantial payment in client’s favor.

Type of Case: JIB Disputes, PSA Disputes, Energy Arbitrations

Confidential Arbitration, in the American Arbitration Association

Represented nationwide provider of crane maintenance in arbitration against major refiner of petroleum products. Sought repayment of monies owed under the parties’ agreement based on repairs done at refinery. Reached favorable settlement in favor of client.

Type of Case: Contractual Dispute (Refinery), Energy Arbitrations

Confidential Arbitration, in the American Arbitration Association

Represented major offshore oil and gas operator in arbitration related to indemnity obligations based on lawsuit brought regarding offshore oil and gas operations. Filed arbitration against oilfield services company seeking indemnity based on earlier lawsuit and defended counterclaim from oilfield services provider. Settled case in exchange for payment to operator client. 

Type of Case: Indemnification Disputes, Offshore Disputes, Energy Arbitrations, Oilfield Service & Vendor Litigation