Natural Gas and NGLs
In an industry as expansive as natural gas, there’s a lot to manage. Our natural gas expertise covers pipeline natural gas, LNG, compressed natural gas, and natural gas liquids so that the weight on your shoulders feels lighter than air.
We often apply our technical expertise to the construction and operation of production and processing facilities, and to establish the causes of major pipeline and processing incidents.
On the commercial side, we advise clients and provide expert testimony on the terms of natural gas contracts, and evaluate acquisitions and divestitures of natural gas and natural gas liquids gathering, processing, treating and transportation facilities.
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Case Studies
Common Industry Knowledge or Proprietary Documents?
October 28, 2024
Introduction: An engineering services contractor alleged that an employee had unlawfully obtained confidential information and trade secrets to his benefit when he established a competing company. Baker & O’Brien addressed the allegations by reviewing the documents allegedly taken and classifying them according to common industry knowledge or company proprietary. We estimated their value, if any, for allegedly unauthorized use and gave testimony in mediation, deposition, and a court trial.
Problems with Sulfur Removal Unit Causes a Stink
October 12, 2022
An abrupt natural gas plant shutdown due to a power outage caused major equipment damage, and a faulty repair followed. The failed repair required additional material replacement and repairs. Baker & O’Brien was retained to assess the circumstances of the initial equipment failure and evaluate the cause of damages during the repair. Our expert report was used during the mediation hearing, and the parties settled the claim.
Construction Dispute Arises Over Interpretation of "RAGAGEP"
July 1, 2015