Chapter 42 - § 42.1 • INTRODUCTION

• Jurisdiction: Colorado

§ 42.1 • INTRODUCTION

In Colorado, mineral estate issues have become more important in a real estate or probate transaction. Generally, the legal issues surrounding the mineral estate took a back seat in such transactions because the mineral estate of the land was not the focus. However, based on the value of oil and gas, and the associated increase in production in Colorado, together with associated litigation, statutes, and regulations, the importance of a client's mineral estate in transactions has increased significantly. As a result, it is important that modern practitioners possess some knowledge of the legal issues surrounding mineral ownerships in Colorado, including methods of conveyance and the impact that mineral ownership...