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Permalink Reply by Skip Peel - Mineral Consultant on July 26, 2017 at 1:20

Lacking specific language to the contrary, all oil & gas leases are assignable.  The lessee does not require the permission of the lessor.  It is good business practice to send notice letters to lessors as it appears Encana did although you did not receive yours.

Other members have reported that they haven't received royalty payments from Australis.  If you were receiving royalty payments from Encana then your ownership interest should be recognized in the pay deck.  I'm not familiar with MS regulations regarding timely payment of royalty when there is a change in the operator of a well.  I suggest you contact the MS Oil & Gas Board office and inquire what the rule states and to get contact information for Australis.  If you have a royalty statement from Encana reference your payee number.

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