About Ryan Lee
Ryan Lee Lobato earned his law degree from Notre Dame Law School in 2008. He arrived at the bar of the profession at a time when corporate legal departments were expanding their in-house capacity. His legal education at Notre Dame set a foundation in practical lawyering and classroom study during an eventful period for corporate counsel across industries.
After graduation, Lobato built a career that includes experience at ExxonMobil. His resume lists that corporate employer among his professional stops. Working for a multinational energy company exposed him to the scale and complexity of corporate legal work. Colleagues and outside lawyers who cross paths with corporate in-house teams often note the different pace of decision-making there. Lobato’s time at ExxonMobil placed him inside that environment.
Licensure in multiple states is part of Lobato’s professional profile. He is licensed to practice in Oklahoma and Texas. Those jurisdictions cover a range of commercial and regulatory issues, particularly relevant to work tied to energy and related commercial sectors. Holding admission in both states gives him the authority to advise and represent clients — or his employer — under two state bars, allowing him to handle matters that reach across state lines.
By 2026 Lobato’s career has remained connected to corporate practice through his association with ExxonMobil. His work there reflects the responsibilities common to attorneys embedded in large organizations: managing legal risk, addressing transactional and compliance questions, and coordinating with specialized outside counsel when needed. He continues to practice at ExxonMobil and is admitted to the bars of Oklahoma and Texas.
