AboutDavid Traugott Expertise I can answer questions related to the technical issues associated with the drilling and completing of oil and gas wells; very familiar with the cementing process and LWD tools. Limited knowledge of mineral rights and/or royalties.
Experience Twelve years working as an engineer in the industry both in the field and in the office. Field locations include offshore, land, and overseas. Office locations include Lafayette, LA and Houston, TX.
Organizations SPE, AADE, IADC, API, IEEE
Publications SPE Drilling and Completion Magazine
Education/Credentials -Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, 1995
-Currently working on MBA, 2010 (anticipated)
Past/Present Clients Major and Independent Oil and Gas Companies.
Expert: David Traugott Date: 6/29/2008 Subject: oil/mineral rights
Question I have inherited what I believe to be oil or mineral rights in Oklahoma. I receive a small check once every quarter. I know nothing of owning mineral rights or how to find answer for the many questions I have relating to this, such as: Do I own Property as well? Am I involved in contract? Can you recommend any reading material or websites to better inform me of what I have?
Thank you
Answer If you are receiving a check then you are probably involved in a leasing contract with an oil and gas company.
You can search the records in your county courthouse for any lease recordings associated with your name and/or property description (note: this process can be quite involved so you may want to hire an independent landman or abstractor to help you with this).
Also, here is a link to the Oklahoma Corporation Commission website.
