The Journal of the Energy Law Practitioner is a student-run publication at Texas Tech University School of Law.

Our purpose is to publish content related to issues relevant and useful to those interested in the area of energy law and provide practical articles, which discuss current trends and inspire new ideas to address today’s complex challenges.

About Us

Founded in 2022

JELP is committed to the publication of impactful energy-related articles by knowledgeable scholars and practicing attorneys in the field, as well as emerging scholars and attorneys, who will advance discussion and analysis of timely issues in energy law.

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The Journal

2 issues per year – Spring & Fall 

Spring Journal

Spring Journal

Volume 5, Issue 2 – June 2026

Fall Journal

Fall Journal

Volume 5, Issue 1 – January 2026

Spring Journal

Spring Journal

Volume 4, Issue 2 – May 2025

Fall Journal

Fall Journal

Volume 4, Issue 1 – Dec. 2024

Spring Journal

Spring Journal

Volume 3, Issue 1 – June 2024

Spring Journal

Spring Journal

Volume 2, Issue 1 – May 2023

Spring Journal

Spring Journal

Volume 1, Issue 1 – July 2022

INSIDE THE PROGRAM

Beyond the Journal

Hear from students, alumni, faculty, and industry leaders as they share how Texas Tech’s Energy Law Program combines classroom learning with real-world experience to prepare the next generation of energy lawyers.

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Industry Related

Explore our Industry Related page to find websites relating to Texas Tech and the energy industry.

  • TTU - School of Law

    Giants in the Field article.

  • TIPRO

     Texas Independent Producers & Royalty Owners Association website.

  • OGERL

    The Oil, Gas and Energy Resources Law (OGERL) Section of the State Bar of Texas website.

  • PBLA

    Permian Basin Landmen’s Association website.

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Gallery Page

See photos from guest lectures and field trips relating to the Energy Law Program at Texas Tech University School of Law.

For CLE credit with the State Bar of Texas, the course # is 174293253

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