We help our clients navigate the most complex areas of law. That’s why we make it our business to know yours. We’re here to help you build something. And we aim to help you see around corners – today and tomorrow.
Because ultimately, your success is our success.
We help our clients navigate the most complex areas of law. That’s why we make it our business to know yours. We’re here to help you build something. And we aim to help you see around corners – today and tomorrow.
Because ultimately, your success is our success.
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Vinson & Elkins advised Double Eagle IV MidCo, LLC (“Double Eagle”), a subsidiary of Double Eagle Energy Holdings IV, LLC and a private company backed by EnCap Investments L.P. (“EnCap”), in the entry into a definitive agreement whereby Double Eagle will sell certain of its subsidiaries and assets to Diamondback E&P LLC, a subsidiary of Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FANG), in exchange for approximately 6.9 million shares of FANG common stock and $3 billion of cash consideration, subject to customary adjustments.
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V&E Environmental Update
February 14, 2025
Outlook on the New Administration

The 2024 election results will lead to
substantial shifts in the legal and
regulatory landscapes, creating new risks
and opportunities in industries across the economy. The years ahead will require
companies to be agile, resourceful,
and strategic, and we are drawing on our collective knowledge and experience
to deliver the insights our clients
need to succeed.

Ron Tenpas
Partner, Environmental and Natural Resources
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