J. Chuck Hudson

Member

Biography

Chuck Hudson focuses his practice on the intersection between energy, oil and gas, renewables, and commercial real estate law. With his service as a closing attorney and title agent for over 500 real estate acquisitions in West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky, and his experience in some of the most difficult counties the Appalachian Basin has to offer, Chuck has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by the rapidly evolving energy industry and how they are overcome.

Chuck is passionate about providing guidance to clients in the energy sector as an active member of the firms Division Order practice, specializing in complex title examination and the proper payment of royalties pursuant to leasehold agreements.

With his background in title insurance, real estate closings, and estates and trusts, Chuck is well-suited to guide energy clients through issues and challenges surrounding the purchase, ownership, and sale of real estate assets.

Representative Experience

Coordinated and lead a team of over 30 title examiners relating to the development of Marcellus and Utica shale plays
Drafted over 500 certified drilling opinions for clients in the Marcellus and Utica shale plays
Served as counsel for buyers in multiple commercial real estate transactions exceeding $2,000,000.00

Licensed In

West Virginia
Ohio
Kentucky

Education

J.D. Faulkner University Thomas Goode Jones School of Law

Fordham University

Memberships

Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF)
Member of Legal Committee, Gas and Oil Association of WV, Inc.
Member of Young Lawyers Division, Kentucky Bar Association
Scholarship Committee Member, Grants Committee Member, and Board of Directors for the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation (2019-Present)
Board of Directors for Downtown PKB/Mainstreet PKB (2017-2020)
Leadership West Virginia Class of 2015
Founding Member of Generation Mid-Ohio Valley (Vice President 2014)
Wood County, West Virginia, Bar Association (President 2011)

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