John Stavinoha is a partner in Bracewell’s Houston office, where he is a member of the oil & gas projects group.

John regularly advises private equity firms and public and private companies on a broad range of sophisticated transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and project development. With a deep understanding of the energy industry, John provides strategic counsel across the upstream and midstream sectors, helping clients navigate complex legal landscapes to achieve their business objectives. His experience spans various asset classes, from conventional and unconventional oil and gas plays to critical midstream infrastructure.

In addition to transactional matters, John drafts and negotiates a wide variety of complex commercial agreements. He has extensive experience with gas processing and fractionation agreements, gathering agreements, sequestration agreements, surface use agreements, farmout agreements, joint operating agreements, water midstream agreements, and other essential oil and gas commercial contracts, helping clients manage operational risks and maximize the value of their assets.