Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Land Services Solutions
MAO Professional Land Services has been a trusted leader in the land services industry for over four decades. Founded on principles of accuracy, efficiency, and client satisfaction, we specialize in delivering comprehensive solutions for oil and gas companies and governmental agencies across the United States. Our expertise spans title and abstracting, leasing and acquisition, right-of-way/surface services, GIS/CADD mapping, due diligence, and renewable energy projects. With operations in the Mid-Atlantic, Gulf Coast, Marcellus Shale, Mid-Continent, and Rocky Mountain regions, our team of certified professionals leverages cutting-edge technology and deep industry experience to complete projects on time and within budget.We prioritize client needs through tailored services, maintaining a reputation for ethical practices and technical excellence. Our nationwide presence and decades of experience position us to address complex land service challenges while upholding cost-effectiveness and operational flexibility.
Services
Title & Abstracting
Leasing & Acquisition
GIS/CADD Mapping
Due Diligence
Renewable Energy Services
Right-of-Way/Surface Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized expertise in oil and gas land services.
- Our team includes Certified Professional Landmen with nationwide experience.
- We provide end-to-end solutions from title abstracting to renewable energy projects.
- Our proprietary GIS technology ensures precise, real-time mapping capabilities.
- We maintain a proven track record of completing complex projects on time and within budget.
Services
Title & Abstracting
Our title team produces mineral ownership reports and patent abstracts across all major U.S. basins. With thousands of completed abstracts, we combine accuracy and efficiency to meet clients' title needs through experienced personnel and proven processes.
Leasing & Acquisition
Specializing in mineral leasing and purchase agreements, we've secured over a million acres nationwide. Our expertise in closing deals quickly ensures clients maximize opportunities while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements in diverse geographic regions.
GIS/CADD Mapping
Our in-house GIS analysts create interactive digital maps for lease and drill site management. Using client data, we deliver customizable shape files compatible with existing systems, providing real-time visual tools for decision-making and reporting purposes.
Due Diligence
We conduct comprehensive pre-acquisition analysis including title verification, contract review, and revenue audits. Our team identifies defects and encumbrances while verifying acreage metrics, supporting clients in billion-dollar transactions across multiple basins.
Renewable Energy Services
Applying decades of land procurement expertise to renewable projects, we streamline solar and wind development through efficient land securement. Our proven processes address project challenges while maintaining the same accuracy standards as traditional energy projects.
People
John Bullock
Chief Executive Officer
Certified Professional Landman with 10+ years' experience managing oil and gas projects across seven states. Oversees daily operations while maintaining memberships in five professional landman associations.
Roger Goudeau
Abstract Department Manager
23-year industry veteran specializing in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas title work. Trains new abstractors and maintains client databases while holding a degree in Industrial Technology from University of Louisiana.
Brian E. Kraus
Project Manager
12-year title and acquisitions expert with Appalachian Basin experience. Former project manager for natural gas operators, holding paralegal certification and serving on Baton Rouge petroleum landmen association boards.
Zachary S. Buck
Leasing Department Manager
15-year oil and gas land services professional specializing in lease acquisition. Certified by AAPL with a degree in Natural Resource Management from Louisiana State University, managing leasing teams nationwide.
Questions
What industries does MAO serve?
We primarily serve oil and gas companies and governmental agencies requiring land services across major U.S. energy basins.
What geographic areas do you cover?
Our operations span the Mid-Atlantic, Gulf Coast, Marcellus Shale, Mid-Continent, and Rocky Mountain regions with multiple field offices.
What mapping technologies do you use?
Our in-house GIS team utilizes advanced digital mapping tools to create interactive, customizable solutions compatible with client systems.
How does MAO handle urban environment challenges?
We specialize in navigating complex ownership issues and regulatory requirements in urban areas through experienced personnel and proven methodologies.
What due diligence services are offered?
We provide title analysis, contract review, defect reporting, revenue audits, and acreage verification for billion-dollar transactions nationwide.
