Brian Hall

Overview

Brian Hall is a Principal in Ryan’s Severance Tax and Royalty practice, where he leads complex engagements for upstream oil and gas clients across multiple jurisdictions. He specializes in severance tax and royalty matters with a focus on post-production costs, statutory and negotiated incentives, and tax reimbursement strategies. Brian works closely with clients to bring structure, clarity, and defensible positions to highly technical and heavily scrutinized tax environments.

With more than a decade of consulting experience, Brian is known for his practical, results-oriented approach and strong client advocacy. He advises producers operating in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, and Utah, helping organizations identify savings opportunities, manage compliance risk, and resolve disputes efficiently. Brian remains actively involved in client delivery, applying deep industry knowledge and disciplined processes to achieve measurable outcomes and long-term value.

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance, The University of Oklahoma

Experience and Achievements

Principal, Severance Tax and Royalty, Ryan, Houston office

• Leads multistate severance tax and royalty engagements for upstream oil and gas clients

• Advises on post-production costs, incentives, and tax reimbursement strategies

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