The Right Attorney Makes a Difference when selling or leasing your mineral rights. New Martinsville, WV and Wetzel County land and mineral owners trust the law firm of Gold, Khourey & Turak with their future. Negotiating with big oil and gas companies requires experience and insight. If you want more compensation and better protection, you need Gold, Khourey & Turak.
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Trust GKT to negotiate an agreement that benefits you. Let our team provide peace of mind knowing your property and family legacy are protected for the future.
GKT has a proven track record of representing landowners in New Martinsville and Wetzel County. We’ve helped hundreds of clients secure millions of dollars in compensation. Gold, Khourey & Turak negotiated the largest group lease agreement in the Northern Panhandle—valued at over $100 million. Our experience—and your decision to work with a local Ohio Valley law firm—can help you negotiate and obtain up to 5 times more compensation*.
Gold, Khourey & Turak have the experience. Our lawyers have the knowledge. We deliver results. We are local attorneys who know your backyard. We know oil and gas. We understand you.
*Many landowners who hired our attorneys have obtained up to 5 times more in compensation than they were initially offered for pipeline easements and right-of-way agreements. Results may vary depending on the specific facts and legal circumstances of each case.
Big oil and gas companies are looking to lease your land while offering the lowest compensation possible. When you negotiate alone, you’re up against a team of attorneys and land agents who work for the oil and gas company—not for you. Don’t enter negotiations by yourself. Team up with a successful, experienced law firm – Gold, Khourey & Turak. We have a dedicated team focused solely on oil and gas issues for landowners like you.
More importantly – we have a home-field advantage.
We know the true value of your land. We’re local lawyers—we live here, walk the same streets, and drive the same roads through Wetzel County that you do. A national law firm might see just a parcel on paper—we see your home, your family, and your legacy. We fight to protect land and mineral rights and work hard to secure better compensation and stronger protections. If oil and gas companies want access to your land, they should pay top dollar for that privilege.
The oil and gas industry has brought new opportunities to our region, but those opportunities come with serious risks for New Martinsville residents and Wetzel County landowners. When pipeline projects threaten your land, your home, or your way of life—we step in. We’re not just your attorneys—we’re your neighbors. And we fight for your rights like they’re our own—because this is our community, too.
Individual landowners can’t match the resources of big oil and gas companies on their own. It takes a community. It takes proud Eagles standing together. We’re a local law firm working with you and your neighbors to build a stronger future. Land agents don’t have your best interests in mind—but WE DO. We care about New Martinsville, Paden City, Pine Grove, and every road, business, and resident that makes Wetzel County home.
The phones will ring, the mailers will come, and agents will start knocking on your door. Residents of New Martinsville have already seen—or will soon see—land agents trying to make new “friends.” Don’t be fooled. These agents are trained negotiators, and their job is to get landowners to sign agreements that benefit the oil and gas company. These rights-of-way offers may seem fair—but they’re not. We’ve seen it far too many times. Oil and gas companies are in business to make money off your land. GKT is in business to get you the most compensation possible. If you’ve received an agreement, don’t go it alone—call us today at (304) 845-9750 for a free consultation.
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Our attorneys represent one party—you, the landowner. Having an attorney from GKT review your offer is a smart, proactive move. When a land agent says, “everyone’s getting the same deal,” don’t buy it. It’s simply not true. Landowners who work with an attorney often walk away with better offers, stronger protections, and more peace of mind. We know—because we’ve helped thousands of landowners throughout the Ohio Valley secure better results, even after being told the same thing you’re hearing now.
At GKT, we specialize in oil and gas law—but we also specialize in listening. Our conversations help uncover key details that could cost you thousands of dollars if missed. Before you sign anything, let’s talk.
There are plenty of energy and oil and gas attorneys to choose from in Wetzel County. We understand that choosing the right lawyer can feel overwhelming. But this decision matters—your financial future depends on it. At Gold, Khourey & Turak, we work to make that choice easy and impactful.
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GKT stands out as the preferred law firm in the Ohio Valley because we stand by our values.
Our staff is experienced, knowledgeable, and driven. Gold, Khourey & Turak lawyers have over 100 combined years of service and trial experience. We have delivered millions in results and have earned the trust of West Virginia residents since 1978.
You put your trust in us and we value your time. There is never an upfront cost to retain us, and your consultation is free. We know we can deliver you results and successfully represent you against the oil and gas companies.
Don’t be fooled by regional attorneys with remote offices in Wetzel County. Selecting a local attorney can be crucial in the success of your case. We represent New Martinsville residents because we are Ohio Valley locals.
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The Law Offices of Gold, Khourey & Turak successfully negotiate for thousands of landowners each year – all with unique cases and personalized requests. Our lawyers are supported by the most dedicated, detail-oriented staff. We have practice area specialists to ensure that every guideline, restriction, and law is interpreted correctly.
Our pipeline lawyers have successfully negotiated the financial and operational terms of pipeline projects on behalf of landowners throughout West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Our experienced pipeline easement lawyers have helped hundreds of landowners collect millions of dollars in compensation. There is no local oil and gas law firm that matches our results.
If you find yourself working alone against a big oil and gas company, you are at a disadvantage. Give our local office a call at (304) 845-9750 and allow us to review your agreement before you sign anything. We have seen it all and can help you obtain more compensation and better protection. Put yourself on even ground with the oil and gas company so you are not taken advantage of. We are here to help and get you your royalty payments on time and in full.
We value a strong local economy in New Martinsville. With nearby attractions like Bruce Park, the Wetzel County Museum, and community events along the Ohio River, we know people are committed to supporting and growing this area. We want you to benefit too—by earning more compensation from the oil and gas companies. Our lease negotiation attorneys can help you get what your land is truly worth. Let’s fill our local businesses with landowners who are finally getting what they deserve from big oil and gas.
We help local residents decide if selling their oil and gas minerals is the right decision. Selling now rather than waiting for royalties could mean the difference of thousands, if not millions of dollars. We have specialists ready to talk to you about the difficult decision – sell or lease. We strive to understand your personal situation and what is best for YOU. Selecting GKT, a local attorney, helps put you at an advantage.
GKT has been a trusted community law firm since 1978. We were on the front lines when the oil and gas boom reached the Ohio Valley—and we continue to be the go-to legal team for landowners in New Martinsville and Wetzel County. Over the years, we’ve represented thousands of landowners across the region and helped recover millions of dollars for their families. When it comes to Trust, Communication, and Results, Gold, Khourey & Turak is the Ohio Valley’s top oil and gas law firm.
We offer free consultations on all oil and gas cases. Our attorneys will talk with you about your options and help determine the best course of action for your situation.
Most of our cases are handled on a contingency fee basis—meaning we don’t charge a fee unless we obtain compensation for you.
If you think you have a case, we’re ready to help. Contact your New Martinsville oil and gas attorneys today at (304) 845-9750 or (800) 388-2529, or complete our online form, and someone from our team will contact you as soon as possible.
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