Zachary Long
Attorney at Law
Texas
TX
About
Mr. Long obtained a B.A. in Political Science and a B.A. in History from Texas Tech University; an M.S. in Financial Planning from Texas Tech University Graduate School; and a J.D.… read more from Texas Tech University School of Law.
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Client Reviews
"Zach drafted the terms of service and privacy policy for my new website, and also helped me with copyrighting my works of art and related IP. He crafted an extremely thorough letter to explain everything in clear language, and was always available by telephone to answer and discuss any questions that I had. I couldn't have done any of it, or gotten to where I am now, without him!"
"Zach was tremendous in getting us a thorough and accurate mineral and surface title opinion in a timely fashion that allowed us to acquire a major and productive asset for our company."
Work History
Field, Manning, Stone, Hawthorne & Aycock, P.C.
Attorney at Law
Aug 2015 - Present
Associate attorney in a private practice law firm focused on real estate, oil and gas, business matters and entities, contracts, commercial loans, collections, and general transactional matters.
Independent Landman
Landman and Attorney at Law
Sep 2014 - Jul 2015
Performed extensive title research related to oil and gas exploration.
Created runsheets, chain of title, and mineral & leasehold takeoffs.
Interpreted and applied complex legal instruments for oil & gas purposes.
Worked with complex depth severances, surface issues, working interests, royalties, and title curative.
Counseled on and drew up estate plans and real estate and business documents.
Texas Attorney General
Assistant Attorney General (Temporary)
Apr 2014 - Sep 2014
Served a temporary assignment litigating issues involving establishment, enforcement, and modification of child support obligations.
Drafted pleadings and responded to discovery, motions, and correspondence from private attorneys.
Provided legal counsel to office staff.
Solo Practitioner
Attorney at Law
Jan 2014 - Mar 2014
Performed research and writing services for other Texas lawyers.
Crafted comprehensive estate plans.
Provided counsel on issues related to business formation, probate, estate planning, and family law.
Office of the Governor, State of Texas, General Counsel
Legal Fellow
Sep 2013 - Dec 2013
Served in the Office of the General Counsel for Governor Rick Perry in the Texas Governor's Fellowship Program.
Examined and revised State contracts.
Interpreted and summarized laws, rules, regulations, and bills.
Provided advice and review on pardons and capital punishment.
Created new agency rules under the Texas Administrative Code.
Legislative hearing analysis.
Group NIRE
Associate Project Developer & Legal Intern
Oct 2012 - May 2013
Created and monitored contracts between NIRE and third parties.
Point person in leasing 2000+ acres of land from many different landowners.
Met with and explained to landowners the lease agreement, construction process, payment provisions, and general wind energy questions.
Analyzed and edited land lease agreements, business proposals, and presentations related to alternative energy projects.
Field, Manning, Stone, Hawthorne & Aycock, P.C.
Law Clerk
May 2012 - Jul 2012
Drafted pleadings, memos, and correspondences on various legal issues, including real estate, probate, debt collection, landlord-tenant disputes, tax issues, DTPA litigation, workers' compensation, gun trusts, and expert testimony related to police officers and accident reconstruction.
Composed release and settlement agreement, apartment complex lease addendum, and transfer of title.
Texas Tech University System, Office of the General Counsel
Law Clerk
May 2011 - Jul 2011
Wrote memos on a wide range of legal issues after conducting thorough research, including public vs. private entity activities, employment discrimination, mental anguish damages, First Amendment, and intellectual property.
Corresponded with state agencies and university personnel regarding various legal issues.
Analyzed Texas Tech University and Angelo State University Operating Policies.