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ASHLEY DOOLEY

ASHLEY DOOLEY

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Expert Land Title Examiner/Abstractor with 15+ years of specialized experience in mineral, energy, right-of-way, and real estate title research, delivering accurate, defensible title opinions for oil and gas, commercial, and residential projects. Extensive background establishing complete chains of title, performing certified mineral and leasehold examinations, and curing complex title defects affecting subsurface and surface estates. Highly skilled in interpreting metes and bounds, analyzing courthouse and public land records, and preparing comprehensive title reports, heirship documentation, and ownership assessments. Proven ability to identify and resolve liens, encumbrances, boundary conflicts, and ownership discrepancies to mitigate legal and financial risk. Experienced collaborating with attorneys, underwriters, landmen, surveyors, and escrow teams to produce clear, insurable title opinions. Conducted advanced multi-parcel and multi-state title research throughout the Eastern and Central U.S., with particular focus on WV, OH, PA, TX, FL, and Appalachian and Midcontinent energy markets. Known for precision, efficiency, and reliability in fast-paced environments, with a strong record of streamlining examination processes and delivering high-quality work on complex oil and gas projects.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Commercial Title Examiner

Old Republic Title
12.2024 - Current

Independent Title Abstractor/Examiner

Dooley Searched, LLC
09.2010 - Current

Senior Commercial Title Examiner

Fidelity National Financial (Chicago Title/ Fidelity National Title)
08.2021 - 03.2025

Title Examination Team Lead

Inspire Closings, LLC / Mortgage Connect, LP
08.2019 - 08.2021

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History, French

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh
06.2009

Skills

  • Chain of Title Analysis
  • Reviewing Legal Documents
  • Analyzing Legal Documents
  • Knowledge of Property and Real Estate Law
  • ALTA/NSPS Standards
  • Plat/Survey/GIS Review
  • High Volume Searches
  • Risk Intensive Properties
  • Deed Plotting
  • Familiarity with Public Records
  • Residential Properties
  • Commercial Properties
  • Mineral Searches
  • Right of Way Searches
  • Heirship Searches
  • Complex Title Defect Resolution

Affiliations

Member of the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL)

Timeline

Senior Commercial Title Examiner

Old Republic Title
12.2024 - Current

Senior Commercial Title Examiner

Fidelity National Financial (Chicago Title/ Fidelity National Title)
08.2021 - 03.2025

Title Examination Team Lead

Inspire Closings, LLC / Mortgage Connect, LP
08.2019 - 08.2021

Independent Title Abstractor/Examiner

Dooley Searched, LLC
09.2010 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - History, French

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Personal Information

Title: Senior Commercial Title Examiner
ASHLEY DOOLEY