At Ohio Energy Advocates (OEA), our goal is simple:
Help landowners secure fair, transparent, and profitable oil and gas agreements, while removing confusion and hidden clauses.
We make the negotiation process seamless so you can focus on protecting your land, your legacy, and your financial future.
Transparency – We believe in open, honest communication and clear agreements. Landowners deserve to fully understand every clause before signing.
Education – Knowledge is power. OEA provides personalized guidance and industry insights so you can make informed, confident decisions about your property.
Together, these values empower Ohio lan
Transparency – We believe in open, honest communication and clear agreements. Landowners deserve to fully understand every clause before signing.
Education – Knowledge is power. OEA provides personalized guidance and industry insights so you can make informed, confident decisions about your property.
Together, these values empower Ohio landowners to secure strong, sustainable agreements that protect their interests today and for generations to come.
OEA was founded by Ohio land and mineral owners with deep roots in Eastern Ohio.
After decades of seeing neighbors sign unfair leases, we decided to level the playing field.
With experience negotiating oil and gas leases, right-of-way agreements, and mineral sales across the state, we bring insider knowledge of how operators work — and h
OEA was founded by Ohio land and mineral owners with deep roots in Eastern Ohio.
After decades of seeing neighbors sign unfair leases, we decided to level the playing field.
With experience negotiating oil and gas leases, right-of-way agreements, and mineral sales across the state, we bring insider knowledge of how operators work — and how to ensure landowners get what they deserve.
We’re not attorneys or brokers. We’re advocates — working solely for you.
Too often, individual landowners face complex contracts and powerful companies with deep legal teams.
OEA unites landowners to create collective strength, knowledge, and leverage.
We believe every Ohio property owner deserves:
A family of proud members of the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL) . This affiliation reflects our commitment to the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, and industry best practices. By aligning with AAPL, we ensure that our work on behalf of landowners is guided by nationally recognized principles of transparency, fairness, and integrity in oil and gas negotiations.
Our members registration demonstrates compliance with state oversight and reinforces our dedication to operating as a trusted, transparent advocate for landowners. This official recognition provides added assurance that OEA conducts business responsibly and with accountability to both our neighbors and regulatory authorities.
Published: January 14, 2026 Ohio’s shale industry is accelerating again, with $3.5 billion in new investment flowing into the state in the second half of 2025. According to the latest analysis from Cleveland State University, total shale‑related spending has now surpassed $114 billion since development began.
Much of this growth is drive
Published: January 14, 2026 Ohio’s shale industry is accelerating again, with $3.5 billion in new investment flowing into the state in the second half of 2025. According to the latest analysis from Cleveland State University, total shale‑related spending has now surpassed $114 billion since development began.
Much of this growth is driven by renewed drilling in the Utica’s oil window, where operators developed 191 new wells — the highest six‑month total since 2017. Belmont and Guernsey counties continue to lead the state in new activity.
For landowners, this surge means:
As operators expand development, ensuring your royalties are accurate becomes more important than ever. OEA helps landowners verify payments, identify improper deductions, and recover what they’re owed — with no upfront cost.
Ohio’s energy growth should benefit the people who own the minerals. We’re here to make sure it does.
EOG’s 2026 Gas Strategy: What It Means for Ohio Landowners
EOG Resources is making a major shift toward natural gas, and the Utica Shale in Ohio is now a key part of its long‑term plan. With global LNG demand rising and AI‑driven data centers creating huge new electricity needs, Utica gas is becoming more valuable than ever.
EOG’s multi‑
EOG’s 2026 Gas Strategy: What It Means for Ohio Landowners
EOG Resources is making a major shift toward natural gas, and the Utica Shale in Ohio is now a key part of its long‑term plan. With global LNG demand rising and AI‑driven data centers creating huge new electricity needs, Utica gas is becoming more valuable than ever.
EOG’s multi‑billion‑dollar investment in Ohio signals steady development, stronger long‑term demand, and renewed focus on the region’s mineral potential. Their strategy includes:
For landowners, this shift could mean:
OEA continues to monitor these trends and advocate for landowners as Ohio becomes a central player in America’s next chapter of natural gas
Published: December 16, 2025 URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-investor-group-kimmeridge-offers-6-billion-gas-driller-ascent-resources-ft-2025-12-16/
A U.S. investment group led by Kimmeridge Energy has made a $6 billion offer to acquire Ascent Resources, one of the largest private natural gas producers in the Appalachian B
Published: December 16, 2025 URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-investor-group-kimmeridge-offers-6-billion-gas-driller-ascent-resources-ft-2025-12-16/
A U.S. investment group led by Kimmeridge Energy has made a $6 billion offer to acquire Ascent Resources, one of the largest private natural gas producers in the Appalachian Basin. The bid exceeds the valuation proposed by Ascent’s majority owner, Energy & Minerals Group, which has been pursuing a continuation‑fund structure that sparked significant investor pushback.
Kimmeridge’s proposal would give existing Ascent investors the option to retain up to 49% ownership in the combined entity. The offer also arrives amid an ongoing legal dispute involving Abu Dhabi Investment Council, which has accused EMG of attempting to force through a lower‑valuation deal.
For Ohio landowners and stakeholders, the move signals continued high‑value interest in Utica assets, with potential implications for future development pace, capital deployment, and operator strategy across the region.
Industry Update: Major Utica Acquisition Announced (Dec. 10, 2025)
Northern Oil & Gas has announced a $1.2 billion joint acquisition of Utica Shale assets in eastern Ohio, partnering with Infinity Natural Resources. The deal includes 35,000 net acres, more than 100 future drilling locations, and a fully built midstream system with 140+ m
Industry Update: Major Utica Acquisition Announced (Dec. 10, 2025)
Northern Oil & Gas has announced a $1.2 billion joint acquisition of Utica Shale assets in eastern Ohio, partnering with Infinity Natural Resources. The deal includes 35,000 net acres, more than 100 future drilling locations, and a fully built midstream system with 140+ miles of gathering lines and 90 miles of water infrastructure.
NOG will take a 49% ownership stake, expecting production to grow more than 30% annually through the end of the decade. The assets are projected to generate over $100 million in 2026 cash flow, supported by low breakeven prices and strong midstream integration.
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Infinity Natural Resources Pursues Major Utica Expansion
Published: December 2, 2025
West Virginia‑based Infinity Natural Resources, already Ohio’s No. 3 oil producer, is preparing for a new wave of Utica Shale acquisitions. Armed with $304 million in liquidity and only $71 million in net debt, the company announced plans to repurchase
Infinity Natural Resources Pursues Major Utica Expansion
Published: December 2, 2025
West Virginia‑based Infinity Natural Resources, already Ohio’s No. 3 oil producer, is preparing for a new wave of Utica Shale acquisitions. Armed with $304 million in liquidity and only $71 million in net debt, the company announced plans to repurchase 40% of its IPO shares while continuing its hunt for a “big bolt‑on” deal.
Infinity’s aggressive growth strategy could reshape Utica unit structures, impact lease negotiations, and alter royalty streams for landowners across eastern Ohio.
Published: November 6, 2025
Gulfport Energy, one of Ohio’s largest Utica Shale operators, announced strong third-quarter results and an aggressive drilling expansion across eastern Ohio. The company nearly tripled its Marcellus inventory and confirmed new Utica test wells,
Published: November 6, 2025
Gulfport Energy, one of Ohio’s largest Utica Shale operators, announced strong third-quarter results and an aggressive drilling expansion across eastern Ohio. The company nearly tripled its Marcellus inventory and confirmed new Utica test wells, signaling more drilling activity and lease development statewide.
Published: October 16, 2025
Ohio lawmakers have introduced Senate Bill 219, a comprehensive reform package addressing orphaned wells, pooling rules, and landowner notice requirements.
The bill could reshape how leases are managed and how long landowners have to challenge expired agreements.
Published: May 30, 2025
EOG Resources has acquired Encino Acquisition Partners, gaining over 675,000 acres and solidifying its position as a major Utica Shale operator. The consolidation could bring new drilling activity, operator changes, and updated pooling units across eastern Ohio.
Published: October 30, 2025
Expand Energy’s recent purchase of 7,500 net acres in Ohio and West Virginia signals growing drilling and development activity in the Marcellus play — meaning adjoining landowners may see new unit formation or lease renewal opportunities.
Published: October 26, 2025
Energy private-equity giant EnCap Investments closed a $2 billion continuation fund to expand PennEnergy’s Marcellus and Appalachian drilling program. The move signals new capital flow into the region — and potential impacts for Ohio mineral owners as investment accelerates.
Published: November 4, 2025
Antero Resources has confirmed plans to sell its Ohio Utica assets while returning to dry-gas drilling. The move could reshape leasing activity across Eastern Ohio — and create new leverage for landowners with existing or expiring oil & gas agreements.
Published: October 21, 2025
Ohio issued 13 new drilling permits last week as Utica Shale development continues to expand across Carroll, Belmont, and Jefferson Counties. The increase signals growing operator activity and potential new pooling or surface-use notices for area landowners.