Montana Assignment of Carried Working Interest is a legal agreement commonly used in the oil and gas industry. It involves the transfer of a portion or the entirety of a working interest in an oil and gas lease from one party (the assignor) to another party (the assignee) in the state of Montana. A working interest refers to a percentage or ownership in the production, development, and costs associated with drilling and operating an oil and gas well. The assignment of a carried working interest means that the assignee will assume the financial responsibility for the costs related to the development and operation of the well, while the assignor retains a carried interest, meaning they do not have to contribute to the expenses. There are several types of Montana Assignment of Carried Working Interest, including: 1. Partial Assignment of Carried Working Interest: In this type, a portion of the working interest is assigned to the assignee, who takes on the related financial obligations. The assignor still retains ownership of the remaining working interest. 2. Complete Assignment of Carried Working Interest: This type entails the transfer of the entire working interest to the assignee, who becomes solely responsible for the financial obligations and receives all the corresponding benefits and profits from the oil and gas lease. 3. Temporary Assignment of Carried Working Interest: This type of assignment involves a time-limited transfer of the working interest. The assignor may assign the working interest to the assignee for a specific period, after which the interest reverts to the assignor. The Montana Assignment of Carried Working Interest typically includes various provisions and terms such as the effective date, legal description of the oil and gas lease, the percentage of the working interest being assigned, details of any compensation or consideration involved, and the responsibilities and liabilities of both parties. It is important for all parties involved in a Montana Assignment of Carried Working Interest to carefully review and negotiate the terms of the assignment to ensure clarity, accountability, and protection of their rights and interests. Legal assistance from experienced attorneys knowledgeable in oil and gas law can be beneficial to draft or review such agreements thoroughly.