I, Banyong Fonyam Jonie Jr., am a highly skilled lawyer with deep expertise in Oil and Gas (Energy) law. I provide strategic legal advisory services to upstream, midstream, and downstream players in the energy sector, including exploration companies, oilfield service providers, regulators, and investors. My work is grounded in a thorough understanding of the legal, regulatory, and commercial frameworks that shape the global and local energy landscape
What Is Oil & Gas (Energy) Law?
Oil and Gas law governs the exploration, production, transportation, sale, and distribution of petroleum and energy resources. It spans a broad legal framework covering contract negotiation, licensing, regulatory compliance, environmental law, taxation, and dispute resolution. Given the complexity and capital-intensive nature of the sector, expert legal support is essential to managing risk and ensuring project success.
My Oil & Gas Legal Services
I offer end-to-end legal support across the full energy value chain:
1. Upstream Advisory (Exploration & Production)
- Drafting and negotiating Production Sharing Contracts (PSCs), Joint Operating Agreements (JOAs), and farm-in/farm-out agreements
- Licensing, permitting, and regulatory compliance
- Due diligence and risk assessment for asset acquisition
2. Midstream Services
- Legal support for pipeline and LNG projects
- Storage, transportation, and distribution contracts
- Infrastructure development and host community agreements
3. Downstream Advisory
- Refining and petrochemical plant transactions
- Sales and marketing agreements
- Fuel import/export and retail operations compliance
4. Regulatory & Compliance Advisory
- Navigating local content laws and regulatory regimes
- Environmental, health & safety (EHS) compliance
- Government approvals, permits, and reporting obligations
5. Project Finance & Investment Structuring
- Advising on project funding, joint ventures, and foreign investment frameworks
- Drafting financing and collateral agreements
- Legal risk management for energy transactions
6. Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
- Representation in oil and gas disputes, including regulatory challenges and contract breaches
- International arbitration and mediation under ICSID, ICC, LCIA rules
Why Choose Me as Your Energy Sector Legal Advisor?
✔️ Industry Knowledge – With an in-depth understanding of the operational and legal aspects of the oil and gas industry, I provide advice that is commercially sound and strategically aligned.
✔️ Tailored Legal Solutions – I deliver customized legal strategies that match the scale and complexity of each energy project, whether local or cross-border.
✔️ Proven Track Record – I have advised on transactions and disputes involving leading exploration and production companies, infrastructure developers, and investors.
✔️ Regulatory Insight – I am well-versed in the regulatory regimes of oil-producing jurisdictions and work closely with governmental bodies and regulators to facilitate compliance.
Who I Serve
- Exploration & Production (E&P) Companies
- Oilfield Services Providers
- Multinational Energy Corporations
- Energy Sector Investors & Financiers
- Governments & Regulatory Agencies
- Infrastructure Developers
Let’s Power Your Energy Projects with Strategic Legal Support
If you’re operating or investing in the oil and gas industry, I can help you navigate the legal complexities and unlock opportunities. From contract negotiation to regulatory compliance and dispute resolution, I provide legal clarity and protection every step of the way.