oil-gas-management

Legal and Tax Frameworks in Oil and Gas Operations -OGM 8004

London: £6,250.00 (Excl. VAT) per delegate for 2 weeks. Dubai: $8,500.00 (Excl. VAT) per delegate for 2 weeks. Houston: $8,500.00 (Excl. VAT) per delegate for 2 weeks.

8th-19th December 2025 (Houston, Texas, USA.), 4th-15th August 2025 (London, UK), 12th-23rd May 2025 (Dubai, UAE),

Course Overview

    This course is designed for oil and gas professionals, including legal advisors, compliance officers, project managers, financial analysts, and anyone involved in contract negotiation and regulatory compliance The course provides a comprehensive exploration of the legal and taxation frameworks governing the oil and gas industry. Participants will gain insights into the regulatory environment, contractual obligations, compliance issues, and tax implications that affect oil and gas operations. The course aims to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of legal and tax matters in this dynamic sector.

     

Learning Outcome

    • Understand the key legal principles and regulations governing the oil and gas industry.

    • Analyze the implications of contracts and agreements in oil and gas operations.

    • Identify compliance requirements and risk management strategies.

    • Assess the impact of taxation on oil and gas projects and investments.

    • Navigate international legal frameworks and their influence on local operations.

    • Develop strategies for effective legal and tax planning.

     

     

Indicative Contents

    • Introduction to Oil and Gas Law

    • Overview of the legal framework in the industry

    • Joint ventures and strategic alliance

    • Memorandum of understanding

    • Key stakeholder National and international regulations s and their roles

    • Licensing, permitting, and environmental regulations

    • Contracts and Agreements

    • Types of contracts in oil and gas (joint ventures, production sharing agreements, etc.)

    • Key clauses and negotiation strategies

    • Compliance frameworks and best practices

    • Identifying and mitigating legal risks

    • Overview of taxation structures (royalties, income tax, etc.)

    • Tax incentives and credits for oil and gas projects

    • Comparative analysis of legal and tax frameworks in different jurisdictions

    • Cross-border transactions and challenges

    • Types of agreement-Joint operating agreements, joint bidding agreement, confidentiality agreements, farm in and farm outs agreement and crude oil sales agreement.

    • Common features of host government contracts e.g Production sharing contracts, service contracts, carry agreements

    • Mechanisms for resolving legal disputes in oil and gas

    • Arbitration and mediation processes

    • Case Studies and Best Practices

More Detail
Duration This is a two-week programme spread over 10 working days.
Certification A certificate of completion is granted on successful completion of the programme.
Location (Houston, Texas, USA.), (London, UK), (Dubai, UAE)
Travel and accommodation Travel and accommodation to be paid for at source by delegates.
Fees

London: £6,250.00 (Excl. VAT) per delegate for 2 weeks. Dubai: $8,500.00 (Excl. VAT) per delegate for 2 weeks. Houston: $8,500.00 (Excl. VAT) per delegate for 2 weeks.