Robert L. Paddock
Partner
- rpaddock@buckkeenan.com
- 713.546.2447
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EDUCATION
Robert received his J.D. from South Texas College of Law, where he served as a note and comment editor for the South Texas Law Review and earned a B.A. from Southern Methodist University.
SELECTED EXPERIENCES
- In a dispute over the calculation of gathering rates under a gas gathering agreement, obtained a take-nothing award after a three-week arbitration in which the plaintiff sought damages of more than $200 million.
- Defended loan servicing company and major financial institution in a trial involving alleged misapplication of loan proceeds.
- Obtained temporary injunction against a defendant who misappropriated $2.5 million that was supposed to be used to acquire mineral interests.
- In connection with Lehman Brothers, Inc. bankruptcy, defended client against debtor’s claim to subordinate more than $40 million of his compensation; after a bankruptcy court trial, the court denied the subordination and allowed the claim.
- Represented an exploration and production company in litigation involving the interpretation and operation of a turnkey drilling contract.
- Extensive experience representing operators and non-operators in resolving joint operating agreement disputes.
- Obtained summary judgment in favor of a major energy company in its enforcement of its rights under a gas pipeline balancing agreement.
- Obtained substantial jury verdict for a client in case involving misrepresentations in a private placement memorandum submitted by a worldwide marketer of sporting goods.
- Represented building owners in lawsuits against general contractors and architects.
- As part of a massive Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceeding, represented numerous energy companies seeking recovery of claims against the debtor.
- Represented numerous owners of commercial and industrial properties in construction litigation cases against contractors, engineers, architects, and sub-contractors.
- Represented both landlords and tenants in litigation involving commercial lease enforcement issues.
- Represented a plaintiff in an arbitration proceeding involving claims of breach of fiduciary duty and breach of non-compete agreement. Our client received an award of over $9 million on its claims.
- Obtained summary judgment of over $2 million for a client in a lawsuit involving a crude oil purchase contract.
- Represented a Chapter 11 Plan Administrator to pursue preference claims. Through our efforts we collected significant funds for the post-confirmation estate.
BIOGRAPHY
Robert L. Paddock focuses his trial practice on energy-related disputes. Robert has extensive experience handling cases in almost every aspect of the upstream and midstream energy sectors. Robert has also handled a wide variety of cases involving construction disputes, corporate governance issues, joint ventures, partnerships, fraudulent transfers, real estate investments, landlord-tenant and investor fraud, among other commercial disputes. Robert has tried cases in state and federal courts, arbitration proceedings, and in bankruptcy courts. Cases Robert has handled have been featured in stories in The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Law 360, Texas Law Book, and other publications.
Prior to joining Buck Keenan LLP in 2019, Robert was a partner with Thompson & Knight LLP.
Robert is actively involved in his community through, among other things, service on the board of Agape Development Ministries, The Children’s Fund, a partner/sponsor of The Downtown Tool Box Lunch Series, president and speaker chair of Madrugadores Breakfast Club, as well as an active member of Grace Bible Church. Outside of the office, Robert is kept busy with his wife and three kids.
ACCOLADES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
From 2004 to present, Robert has been recognized by his peers year after year in various publications as both a “Rising Star” and a “Super Lawyer.”
Robert has also spoken and written on a variety of litigation related topics, including:
- “Navigating Energy Disputes: The key to U.S. Oil and Gas Growth” – May 15, 2019 –webinar with BDO.
- “The New Midstream Market: Changes in the Competitive Landscape” – October 24, 2018 presenter on litigation topics.
- “Privilege issues for In-House counsel” – February 21, 2018 presenter to in-house litigation department.
- “When Does a Defendant Prevail Under a Prevailing Party Provision?,” Texas Lawyer, September 3, 2014.
- “A Pain Free Guide to State Court Injunctions,” Advanced Business Litigation Seminar, University of Houston School of Law, September 10, 2004, September 24, 2004.
- “Utilizing E-Mail as Business Records Under the Texas Rules of Evidence,” 19 The Review of Litigation 61, 2000.
- “Attorney Liability for Opinions Letters,” note, 38 S. Tex. L. Rev. 325, 1997.
BAR ADMISSIONS
- State Bar of Texas
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
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