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K&L Gates Wins Defense Verdict for Range Resources, Breaks 21-Year Record

In a case involving natural gas production royalties, a jury in Caddo County, Oklahoma has returned a complete defense verdict for Fort Worth-based Range Resources.

The unanimous verdict, issued last Monday, marks the first win in 21 years for a producer in a case tied to Oklahoma’s marketable product rule. The plaintiffs were asking $17.5 million from Ranger for what they were claiming involved fraud. 

Natalie Posgate

Natalie Posgate covers pro bono work, public service and diversity within the Texas legal community.

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