Kathleen R. Begley Kindya

Associate

Biography

Kathleen supports energy clients by providing mineral title and due diligence services. Her career began as a family law practitioner, where she navigated intricate and often emotional family legal matters. Kathleen leverages her attention to detail when preparing title opinions and validating the legal, financial, and technical aspects related to acquiring or developing mineral rights.

Representative Experience

Performed oil and gas title examinations for properties within West Virginia
Analyzed well production data throughout West Virginia for title purposes and due diligence projects
Drafted numerous title opinions setting forth the legal status of oil and gas interest, while highlighting potential legal disputes or title defects in order to assist clients in acquiring desired property rights within West Virginia
Participated in a title and due diligence project for natural gas well operations in Ohio and Pennsylvania in a transaction worth over $2.5 billion

Licensed In

Colorado
Pennsylvania
West Virginia

Education

J.D. Duquesne University Kline School of Law

B.A. University of Pittsburgh

Memberships

Women’s Energy Network
El Paso County Bar Association
Colorado Bar Association
Allegheny County Bar Association
Michael Late Benedum Chapter, American Association of Professional Landmen

Achievements

The Best Lawyers in America®: Ones to Watch- Energy Law (2026)

Related Service

Mineral Title & Due Diligence Services

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