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A non-profit Professional Association organized to further the knowledge and interest of Professional Landmen.

https://www.instagram.com/p/ByRGz_NhgF0/?igshid=1a81yw5ecztmv The Lafayette Association of Professional Landmen, Inc. is a non-profit Professional Association organized to further the knowledge and interest of Professional Landmen, and to better acquaint the public with the industry and with the scope of the Landman's work. Our organization began in 1947 with approximately 20 men representing 12 companies. The limited membership, pressing responsibilities, and demands of the industry prevented many from attending meetings. Efforts to keep the organization alive were unsuccessful. The accelerated growth of South Louisiana petroleum operations, however, soon increased the number of resident landmen eligible for membership in the Association. In 1951, the second attempt to organize was successful with a membership of over 50 landmen. At the organizational meeting, Joe Rodgers with Sun Oil Company was elected the Association's first president. The current membership stands at over 400 persons engaged in or associated with Professional Landwork. LAPL has, since its reorganization, been a vigorous group, dedicated to the promotion of industry objectives and sponsoring traditional social activities for its members, spouses and guests. It has organized educational seminars independently and in association with the American Association of Professional Landmen, including seminars for the Certified Professional Landman designation. The Association has presented speakers prominent in the industry, legal professionals, local, state and national representatives as well as officials directly associated with governing and regulating the land and legal sector of the petroleum industry. Our Association has also been active in local civic affairs and supports the Petroleum Land and Resource Management curriculum at the University of Southwestern Louisiana. Over $6,000.00 in LAPL Scholarships were awarded to deserving USL Scholars in 1996.

10/12/2026

10/08/2026

LAPL Fishing Tournament info!

09/11/2026

This year's 𝐆𝐮𝐥𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 takes place 𝐎𝐜𝐭. 𝟏𝟒-𝟏𝟓 at the lively 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐍𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐭 in 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐬, 𝐋𝐨𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚! https://bit.ly/3S3azXh

Co-presented by AAPL, LAPL - Lafayette Association of Professional Landmen, Baton Rouge Association of Professional Landmen, Professional Landmen's Association of New Orleans and Mississippi Association of Petroleum Landmen, the Gulf Coast Land Institute features first-class professional development, tailored networking and can't-miss fun!

Certified AAPL members can 11 CEUs, including 1 CEU ethics. Energy attorneys can earn CLEs from Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas and Oklahoma.

Sessions include:
-Data Center Energy Demands
-Special Considerations in Oil & Gas Bankruptcies
-Surveying & AI
-Atmospheric & Oceanographic Instrumentation on Offshore Platforms
-Select Issues in Master Service Agreements
-AI in Law & Land (ethics credit)
-Orphan Wells
-Who is Using AI & How
-Unitization & More!

After education sessions conclude on the first day, attendees can relax and make new connections at a fun networking reception. Attendees can also stick around for LAPL's 8th annual Fishing Tournament on Oct. 16 on Calcasieu Lake. https://bit.ly/4r6fvYl

Stay tuned for more topics, the full speaker lineup and sponsoring companies. Until then, secure your spot and low priority pricing on or before Sept. 25 and secure low group rates at the Golden Nugget before Sept. 14! https://bit.ly/3S3azXh

AAPL members save an additional $130 on the list price. Not a member? Join the essential community for land professionals today! https://bit.ly/4gQWbv2

Reach regional energy professionals by sponsoring the 2026 GCLI. Sponsorships include perks such as company recognition in email marketing, company logo on presentation materials and more. See which sponsorship package is right for you. https://bit.ly/3SSLLlb

08/12/2026

The 2026 Gulf Coast Land Institute will be held October 14–15 at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Co-presented by AAPL, LAPL, BRAPL, PLANO, and MAPL, the Gulf Coast Land Institute offers first-class professional development, valuable networking opportunities, and plenty of fun along the way!

Visit the event website for additional details, including educational session topics, networking opportunities, and available CEUs.

Secure your spot and take advantage of early-bird pricing by September 25!

06/18/2026

Exploration Land Services is Hiring!

05/15/2026

A special thank you to Liskow attorney Amy Allums Lee for an excellent presentation at our Spring Seminar. We truly appreciate your willingness to share your knowledge and expertise with our members!

Liskow attorney Amy Allums Lee recently presented, “Current Issues Affecting Legacy E&P Sites,” at LAPL - Lafayette Association of Professional Landmen ’s Spring Seminar. Her presentation explored the longstanding partnership between landmen and lawyers in litigating legacy cases, highlighting the critical role landmen play through mapping, well production histories, mineral lease expiration analysis, and title research, all of which can uncover game-changing evidence throughout the course of litigation.

05/13/2026

Congratulations to our LAPL Director Oliver J. “Buster” LeBlanc, III for being named AAPL’s 2025-26 Accredited University Program Director of the Year!

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Lafayette, LA
70505

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http://www.lapl.com/

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