Atty. Nirav Patel

Atty. Nirav Patel

Nirav N. Patel focuses his practice on oil, gas and energy litigation and transactions.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 10 Years Experience 10 year
Call (817) 332-2500

Profile Summary

About Nirav Patel at a glance

Nirav Patel is a environmental and energy attorney based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas (2016). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 2016) and Texas Tech University (B.A., 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law (2026). Serves clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nirav N. Patel focuses his practice on oil, gas and energy litigation and transactions
  • His litigation practice includes claims and disputes related to termination of oil and gas leases, post-production costs, royalty underpayment, joint operating agreements, and purchase and sale agreements
  • Mr. Patel also represents clients in title disputes involving mineral and royalty interests, including litigation involving fixed versus floating royalty interests, adverse possession, and deed reformation
  • Mr. Patel has significant experience in oil and gas disputes throughout the Permian Basin, the Barnett Shale, and the Eagle Ford Shale

Practice Areas Explained

Nirav Patel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nirav Patel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Worth are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nirav Patel

Where is Nirav Patel's law office located?
Nirav Patel's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nirav Patel handle?
Nirav Patel focuses on environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Nirav Patel practiced law?
Nirav Patel has 10+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2016.
Where did Nirav Patel go to law school?
Nirav Patel earned their education at (J.D., 2016); (B.A., 2013).
How can I contact Nirav Patel for a consultation?
You can contact Nirav Patel directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Nirav Patel received?
Nirav Patel's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law; Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law; Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2020-2025.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 2016
B.A.
Texas Tech University
- 2013

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2020-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy & Resources
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 360 West
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — magazine, 2023-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Oil & Gas Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney less than five years in practice,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — magazine, 2018-2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fort Worth Magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2018-2020, 2022-2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 50 Multicultural Lawyer in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, Texas Diversity Council, 2017
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas
Admitted: 2016

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