US Mineral Rights and Leasing

Module 15: Title Opinions and Title Issues

module15 title opinions and title issues
This module examines the purpose and scope of a title opinion, the lease purchase title opinion, the drilling title opinion, and the division order title opinion and division orders. It then gives examples of title defects and title exposures. Next this module explains the Duhig Rule, its origin and purpose. Finally, it finishes with curative work, curative instruments, and curative statutes.

Duration: Approximately 35 minutes, depending on user pace.

Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

  • Explain the purpose of title opinions
  • List types of title opinions
  • Describe a division order
  • Name some common title defects
  • Discuss curative actions that can be taken to cure title defects

Prerequisites: Module 1-14

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Non-technical

Format: Prerecorded narrator with supporting visuals. User controls course pace.