March 25, 2026
Willkie represented GulfTex Energy in its $1.0 billion recapitalization, a transaction led by Endurance Investment Partners and supported by a group of minority investors.
On March 23, 2026, GulfTex announced the closing of the recapitalization of GulfTex Energy V into newly formed GulfTex Energy VI, led by Endurance Investment Partners with additional commitments from GulfTex Management, PGIM Energy Partners and other minority investors. The transaction includes substantial unfunded equity commitments to support future M&A and continued growth.
GulfTex Energy is a San Antonio-based oil and gas exploration, production and development company focused on the Eagle Ford in South Texas.
Endurance is a Dallas-based energy and infrastructure investment platform focused on providing strategic liquidity solutions to maximize the value of private assets.
The Willkie team was led by partners Sarah McLean, Erin Kaufman and Matthew Block with associates Morgan Butkus and Katherine Lubrano.
