The South Texas College of Law\/Houston recently announced the launch of the Oil & Gas Law Institute. The goal of the program is to give students comprehensive training in oil and gas law, turning out practice-ready graduates with cutting-edge knowledge of the field.<\/p>\n
The Institute plans to ensure that graduates are practice-ready by making the third year specialty-focused and practice-oriented. Initially, the Institute will offer intensive training in petroleum transactions, petroleum title issues and regulatory practice. In the coming years, the Institute plans to add specializations in a wide range of additional areas, including international transactions, mid- and downstream activities, and alternative energy.<\/p>\n
Students with advanced standing will have the opportunity to be placed in Houston-area law firms, providing practical training and a context to help them better understand what they learn in the classroom.<\/p>\n
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