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In this episode of A Crude Bit of Humor, Buffie and Coby sit down with attorney Melissa Gardner to explore how major legal decisions, title opinions, and real‑world mineral ownership challenges shape today’s oil & gas landscape. From Oklahoma and Texas jurisdiction questions to surprising situations that land on a title attorney’s desk, this conversation highlights the unique risks and realities faced across the industry.

In this episode you will hear: 

• How a major Supreme Court decision reshaped jurisdiction and risk in Oklahoma’s oil & gas industry
• What title attorneys really look for, and why affidavits of heirship can create major surprises
• A real‑life mineral ownership story that takes an unexpected turn

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