The 24th Annual Energy Litigation Conference, organized by the Institute for Energy Law (IEL), is a premier event that convenes leading in-house and private practice energy litigators to discuss emerging trends, significant case law, and strategies for enhancing energy litigation practices. This conference serves as a vital platform for professionals to stay abreast of developments in the energy sector.
Key topics at the conference include recent developments in energy law, with a focus on oil and gas issues, and the impact of artificial intelligence on litigation practices. Sessions also explore emerging opportunities and legal uncertainties surrounding lithium extraction from produced water in oil and gas operations.
The event features networking opportunities, including a reception sponsored by Charles River Associates, facilitating connections among industry peers. Notable speakers include Keith B. Hall, Director of the John P. Laborde Energy Law Center at Louisiana State University, and Hon. Xavier Rodriguez, U.S. District Court Judge for the Western District of Texas.
This conference is ideal for energy litigators, in-house counsel, and legal professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of current challenges and advancements in energy litigation. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical knowledge to navigate the evolving legal landscape of the energy industry.
Speakers(3)
Brett R. Sheneman
General Counsel, ExxonMobil Risk Management, Inc. at Exxon Mobil Corporation
Brett R. Sheneman is the General Counsel for ExxonMobil Risk Management, Inc. at Exxon Mobil Corporation in Spring, Texas, and served as a co-chair for the 24th Annual Energy Litigation Conference.
Kimberly R. Phillips
General Counsel—Projects, Technology & Intellectual Property at Shell USA, Inc.
Kimberly Phillips is the General Counsel for Projects, Technology & Intellectual Property at Shell USA, Inc., and was honored with the Lifetime Achievement in Energy Litigation Award at the conference.
Persis Dean
Partner at Hicks Johnson PLLC
Persis Dean is a partner at Hicks Johnson PLLC in Houston, Texas, and served as a co-chair for the 24th Annual Energy Litigation Conference.
Event Details
- Date
- November 6, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Houston, United States
- Four Seasons Hotel Houston
- Pricing
- $100 - $550
- Audience
- Energy litigators, in-house counsel, legal professionals
- CLE Credits
- 6.5 CLE hours, including 1.0 ethics