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SUMMARY:AWMA's 118th Annual Conference and Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the Air & Waste Management Association (A&WMA) for its 118th Annual Conference and Exhibition\, June 10-12. 2025. As the premier global event for environmental management\, technology\, and regulation\, ACE 2025 will address critical topics such as new regulations and policy\, air monitoring and measurements\, clean technology\, sustainable energy futures\, PFAS\, green transportation solutions\, and ESG approaches and reporting. Hot topics include the environmental impact of electric vehicles and battery energy storage\, impacts of AI and data centers\, the use of satellite data for air quality and emissions assessments\, and the future of hydrogen as a fuel. \nEnvironmental Attorney Gary Steinbauer will serve as a panel co-chair and panelist for “Air Permitting Programs – Federal and State Implementation Perspectives.” The air permitting programs are implemented under the cooperative federalism paradigm per the Clean Air Act. With the change in administration\, significant changes are expected at EPA OAQPS pertaining to staffing and policy objectives. EPA is also likely to push more obligations to states and local agencies for air programs. A panel of experts will discuss key developments in cooperative federalism\, and detail experiences and future changes that may affect the permitting agencies and the regulated community. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/awmas-118th-annual-conference-and-exhibition/
LOCATION:Raleigh Convention Center
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T195409Z
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SUMMARY:EMLF’s 46th Annual Institute
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) for its 46th Annual Institute\, June 8-10\, 2025. \nLitigation Attorney Kathy Condo will serve as a panelist for “A Deep Dive in to Class Action and Multidistrict Litigation.” This panel will look at how the rise of class action and multidistrict litigation has impacted not only the energy industry\, but other industries that have similarly been influenced by this litigation strategy.  They will examine the way the industries have changed in response\, and the practical realities of management of a class action matter including payouts\, class settlement\, attorneys’ fees and more. \nCorporate and Commercial Attorney Moore Capito will present “Powering Data Centers.” Data center is fast becoming a household term. Nearly everyone in the modern world benefits from data centers. As the “backbone” of digital infrastructure\, data centers are becoming more and more critical in meeting the demands of the modern digital world. With advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and the increased reliance on computing by people all over the world\, demand for data centers is outpacing supply. We are in a global modern-day gold rush to build data centers. And just as the 49ers faced infrastructure challenges of the day\, data center developers are facing a critical infrastructure obstacle: energy. \nFor more information\, click here. \nKathy Condo \nMoore Capito
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/emlfs-46th-annual-institute/
LOCATION:Westin Nashville\, 807 Clark Place\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE,Conferences,Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250422T172111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T172111Z
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SUMMARY:Siting Renewable Energy Projects and Transmission Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law for its Special Institute on Siting Renewable Energy Projects and Transmission Infrastructure\, May 29-30\, 2025. Attorney Blaine Lucas will serve as a panelist for “Trends and Challenges in Local Government Permitting and State Responses.” This panel will provide a broad survey of the current local government regulatory landscape for renewable energy projects\, including local government efforts to discourage or prevent renewable energy development\, state-level efforts to preempt or counterbalance local opposition\, strategies for working around roadblocks with siting entities\, and notable litigation involving local and state permitting. The panel also will address the impacts of environmental justice efforts and other federal actions on local and state project approval processes. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/siting-renewable-energy-projects-and-transmission-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Denver Marriott Westminster
CATEGORIES:CLE,Conferences,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250423T134913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T134913Z
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SUMMARY:Update on PHMSA's Leak Detection and Repair Rule
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, May 14\, 2025\, Pipeline and HazMat Safety Attorney Lee Banse will provide an “Update on PHMSA’s Leak Detection and Repair Rule” to the Ohio Oil and Gas Association. This presentation will provide an overview of the Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA) leak detection and repair (LDAR) rulemaking efforts to date. In particular\, Lee will discuss the current status of the rule under the Trump administration and what steps may occur in the future. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/update-on-phmsas-leak-detection-and-repair-rule/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250404T190718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T190858Z
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SUMMARY:Shale 2.0: Learn the Facts About Upstream\, Midstream and Downstream
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the Marcellus Shale Coalition for Shale 2.0: Learn the Facts About Upstream\, Midstream and Downstream on Thursday\, May 1\, 2025. During this seminar\, professional experts will educate attendees on the upstream\, midstream\, and downstream industry segments with a focus on practical knowledge and applications for professional development and business growth. This comprehensive overview offers a learning experience for industry newcomers as well as a refresher for seasoned veterans. \nEnvironmental Attorney Gary Steinbauer will serve as the moderator for “Upstream and Midstream: Understanding Laws and Regulations.” This session will cover a comprehensive overview of the existing federal\, state and local laws and regulations that govern the upstream and midstream segments of the oil and gas industry\, as well as permit and reporting requirements. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/shale-2-0-learn-the-facts-about-upstream-midstream-and-downstream/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Seminars,Training,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250324T153638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T154019Z
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SUMMARY:2025 ABA Litigation Section Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the American Bar Association (ABA) for its 2025 Litigation Section Annual Conference\, April 30-May 2\, 2025. This Conference brings together top litigation professionals from across the U.S. to discuss timely legal issues and the latest in trial advocacy\, litigation strategy\, and case management. \nLitigation Attorney Joseph Schaeffer will serve as the moderator for the session “Using Artificial Intelligence in Discovery & Motion Practice.”  This panel of e-Discovery litigators\, experts\, and a retired judge will discuss the potential opportunities and pitfalls of using artificial intelligence for research\, drafting\, and discovery\, including ethical considerations. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/2025-aba-litigation-section-annual-conference-2/
LOCATION:Hilton Chicago\, 720 South Michigan Avenue\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE,Conferences,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250402T175703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T175907Z
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SUMMARY:Has A Company Executive or Employee Misbehaved? – Ethical Internal Investigations of Company Personnel
DESCRIPTION:Attorney Kevin Douglass will present “Has A Company Executive or Employee Misbehaved? – Ethical Internal Investigations of Company Personnel” at the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel’s (ACC) Spring Training on Thursday\, April 24\, 2025. \nAn employee or third party accuses your company’s officer\, executive or employee of misconduct. When faced with an allegation that can potentially expose your company to legal\, financial and reputational harm\, it is critical that the company promptly investigate the facts and assess the business risk. This presentation will address 1) the factors to consider when determining whether to perform an investigation\, 2) the selection of an investigative team\, 3) professional conduct standards involving client identification and communication\, confidentiality\, conflicts of interest\, scope of representation\, and privilege issues\, 4) the development and execution of an investigation plan and 5) the conclusion of the investigation and reporting on the results. This session aims to provide a roadmap of the issues and considerations associated with effectively navigating internal inquiries. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/has-a-company-executive-or-employee-misbehaved-ethical-internal-investigations-of-company-personnel/
LOCATION:PNC Park Left Field Lounge
CATEGORIES:CLE,Presentations,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250331T165440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T165440Z
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SUMMARY:2025 PIOGA Spring Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Attorney  Gary Steinbauer will provide a “Regulatory Update” during PIOGA’s Spring Meeting on Thursday\, April 17\, 2025. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/2025-pioga-spring-meeting/
LOCATION:Rivers Casino
CATEGORIES:Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T161500
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250317T134951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T125254Z
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SUMMARY:PBI’s 2025 Environmental Law Forum
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI) for its 2024 Environmental Law Forum\, April 9-10\, 2025. The following attorneys will be presenters: \nJim Chen – “Development of Critical Minerals”\nThis session will discuss why domestic minerals are important for America’s energy future\, existing policies\, and the potential direction of future growth in the new energy era.\n \nKathy Condo – “Expert Witnesses: Effective Use”\nExpert witnesses are critical in most environmental litigation. This presentation addresses how to use expert witnesses most effectively\, including their expert reports\, qualifications\, and direct and cross examination. \nBetsy Dupuis – “Land Use/Zoning Law Update”\nDevelopment in Pennsylvania\, including most projects involving environmental issues\, is governed by the Municipalities Planning Code and local zoning and land use laws. The application of local land use laws frequently involves the interplay of those laws with state and federal law. This session will review significant land use cases decided over the last year in Pennsylvania\, with a focus on review standards\, standing requirements\, preemption doctrine and constitutional law. This area of the law is continually evolving\, and this session is designed to better understand how zoning and land use laws could impact your next project. \nKevin Garber – “Planners’ Roundtable: Advising in a Time of Change”\nThis Administration has changed a lot and quickly.  It has talked about changing more.  The change has happened in conventional and unconventional ways.  The change affects procedural underpinnings of federal environmental law and its substance.  The Planners will briefly review some of the more significant areas of change in order to focus on an environmental lawyer’s professional (not political) responsibilities to clients\, to the legal system\, and to others in this moment. \nKevin Garber also served as a member of the planning team for this Forum. For more information\, click here. \nJim Chen \nKathy Condo \nBetsy Dupuis \nKevin Garber \n 
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/pbis-2025-environmental-law-forum/
LOCATION:Harrisburg Hilton & Towers\, One North Second Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17101\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE,Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250225T145919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T145919Z
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SUMMARY:ABA SEER’s 54th Spring Conference
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the American Bar Association’s Section of Environment\, Energy and Resources (SEER) for its 54th Spring Conference\, March 26-29\, 2025. The Spring Conference brings top practitioners\, experts\, and thought leaders together for a deep dive into some of the most compelling and timely topics in the field of environment\, energy\, and resources law. \nEnvironmental Attorney Christina Puhnaty will serve as the moderator for “All the Latest HAPpenings: The Transformation of the Clean Air Act’s Air Toxics Program.” Nearly 35 years after it was strengthened as part of the 1990 Clean Air Act (CAA) amendments\, the CAA’s air toxics program is being reshaped and expanded significantly to add unregulated air toxics\, remove affirmative defenses\, and address environmental justice. In the last four years\, the EPA has revised numerous National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for the chemical\, power\, steel and iron-making\, commercial sterilization\, and other industrial sectors. The EPA is advancing policy-based rulemakings to add unregulated Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) to the air toxics rules\, making it more difficult for sources to reclassify as area (i.e.\, lower-emitting) sources\, and strengthen emissions limitations and work practice standards. Fenceline monitoring and community risk models are being touted to promote environmental justice. Join this panel of “airheads” who are on the front lines of these changes (and several related\nlawsuits) to learn how these broad shifts are affecting this critically important CAA program and how businesses and the lawyers they rely on can stay ahead of the curve. \nEnvironmental Attorney Gary Steinbauer also served on the Conference Planning Committee. \nFor more information\, click here. \nChristina Puhnaty \nGary Steinbauer
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/aba-seers-54th-spring-conference/
LOCATION:Loews Philadelphia Hotel\, 1200 Market Street\, Philadelphia\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE,Conferences,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250311T122935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T131813Z
UID:50170-1742913000-1742929200@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:Shale Industry & Manufacturing Supply Chain Forum
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins Shale Power for its Shale Industry & Manufacturing Supply Chain Forum on Tuesday\, March 25\, 2025. This Forum will feature industry representatives\, local and regional manufacturers\, energy leaders\, and companies involved in the shale supply chain\, including Attorney Moore Capito. For more information\, please click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/shale-industry-manufacturing-supply-chain-forum/
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Program and Reception
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250213T145553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T145553Z
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SUMMARY:2025 OOGA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the Ohio Oil & Gas Association (OOGA) for its Annual Meeting\, March 5-7\, 2025. Environmental Attorneys Robert Stonestreet and Mackenzie Moyer will present an “Overview of NEPA and PFAS\, Two Federal Environmental Issues Impacting the Oil and Gas Industry.” For more information\, click here. \nRobert Stonestreet \nMackenzie Moyer
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/2025-ooga-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Hilton Columbus at Easton\, 3900 Chagrin Dr. \, Columbus\, OH\, 43219\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE,Conferences,Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20241220T155735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T163427Z
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SUMMARY:Smart Business Dealmakers Conference - The Middle-Market M&A Conference
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins Smart Business for its Dealmakers Conference\, “The Middle-Market M&A Conference\,” on Thursday\, February 27\, 2025. Corporate and Commercial Attorney Kevin Wills will be a moderator for “Settling Into the Current Deal Paradigm.” If you’re considering taking your company to market for any type of M&A transaction you’ve likely noticed we’ve entered a time with more uncertainty\, greater volatility\, and more stringent due diligence. What does that mean for executives looking to get deals done in this new ecosystem\, and how can you best navigate today’s environment to get your house in order so that you’re able to close deals? Join this session for a frank conversation on what blocking and tackling looks like today. \nThe Smart Business Dealmakers Conference connects hundreds of local dealmakers — from middle-market CEOs to top investors and lenders to leading M&A advisers. With sessions ranging from raising capital to selling companies\, this conference covers the breadth of the M&A landscape. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/smart-business-dealmakers-conference-the-middle-market-ma-conference/
LOCATION:Wyndham Grand Hotel Downtown\, 600 Commonwealth Place\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20250114T134211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T134211Z
UID:49868-1737460800-1737478800@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:Pipeline Safety in a Nutshell
DESCRIPTION:Pipeline & HazMat Safety Attorney Keith Coyle will present “Pipeline Safety in a Nutshell” to the Pennsylvania Bar Association during its Environmental and Energy Law Committee’s Lunch and Learn on Tuesday\, January 21\, 2025. This presentation will cover the critical features of the Pipeline Safety Act\, including the roles and responsibilities of PHMSA and its state partners\, the effect of the statute’s federal preemption provision and the process for prescribing new pipeline safety standards. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/pipeline-safety-in-a-nutshell/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20241204T185348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T185348Z
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SUMMARY:2024 PAAZO Fall Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Municipal Attorney Morgan Madden will present a “Zoning and Code Enforcement Procedure Refresher” at the 2024 PAAZO Fall Seminar on Tuesday\, December 10\, 2024. This session will be a step-by-step guide on the procedures that must be followed in enforcing zoning and other municipal ordinances. This discussion will begin with a short reminder on what must be included in common types of notices of violation and the differences in procedure between zoning enforcement and enforcement under the UCC and IPMC. The review will be followed by interactive “case studies” identifying common mistakes made during the code enforcement process. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/2024-paazo-fall-seminar/
LOCATION:PSATS Education Center
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20241206T154520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T154718Z
UID:49524-1733738400-1733745600@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:A-Z on AI!
DESCRIPTION:Attorney Susanna Bagdasarova will join a distinguished panel for the Pennsylvania Coalition for Civil Justice Reform’s “A-Z on AI!” online course on artificial intelligence in the legal profession on Monday\, December 9\, 2024. Attendees will receive an overview of AI\, learn about legal developments in AI\, as well as the future of AI in the practice of law.  In addition\, they will hear the medical liability perspective on AI\, how the defense can weaponize AI\, and the ethical issues of AI in legal practice.  For more information\, click here. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/a-z-on-ai/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:CLE,Presentations,Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T171000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034451
CREATED:20241112T195821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T195858Z
UID:49406-1731920400-1731949800@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:Land Use Institute 2024
DESCRIPTION:Attorney Michael Korns will be a presenter for “Validity Challenges for Unique and Evolving Land Uses” during the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s Land Use Institute 2024 on Monday\, November 18\, 2024. When a municipality has not updated its zoning and land use ordinances to accommodate new uses\, or to provide for new models of existing uses\, it may be subject to challenge as exclusionary. This session will explore the grounds for validity challenges to land use ordinances when the use does not appear to be provided for\, and the tension between the mandate to provide for all legitimate uses\, while not being required to zone for every business model. The session\, featuring both solicitors and attorneys for property owners and developers\, will also address means of preventing validity challenges\, and the successful defense of such challenges. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/49406/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:CLE,Presentations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20241016T163505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T163605Z
UID:48970-1730968200-1730973600@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:Countdown to Compliance: Navigating FinCEN’s Beneficial Ownership Reporting Obligations by Year-End
DESCRIPTION:Attorneys Susanna Bagdasarova and Chris Farmakis will present “Countdown to Compliance: Navigating FinCEN’s Beneficial Ownership Reporting Obligations by Year-End” to the the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) on Thursday\, November 7\, 2024. \nWith a January 1\, 2025 compliance deadline looming\, business entities must understand their compliance obligations under the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Rule\, promulgated under the Corporate Transparency Act. During this presentation\, we will explore the key aspects of the rule\, including its purpose and scope\, as well as exemptions from and requirements for compliance by the upcoming deadline. Participants will gain insights into identifying beneficial owners\, the necessary information to report\, and the implications for legal practice. We will also discuss best practices for ensuring compliance and potential pitfalls to avoid. By the end of the session\, attendees will be better equipped to navigate this important regulatory framework. \nFor more information\, click here. \nSusanna Bagdasarova \nChris Farmakis
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/countdown-to-compliance-navigating-fincens-beneficial-ownership-reporting-obligations-by-year-end/
LOCATION:Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh\, 329 Technology Drive\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15219\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE,Presentations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240912T144145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T144207Z
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SUMMARY:24th Annual Amen Corner Senator John Heinz Law Enforcement Awards Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins Amen Corner for its 24th Annual Senator John Heinz Law Enforcement Awards Luncheon on Friday\, November 1\, 2024. This event pays tribute to the men and women of law enforcement who have gone above an beyond in making our communities safer and honors those officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/24th-annual-amen-corner-senator-john-heinz-law-enforcement-awards-luncheon/
LOCATION:DoubleTree Hotel\, Green Tree\, 500 Mansfield Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20241023T171207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T171207Z
UID:49114-1730376000-1730379600@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:New Opportunities for Critical Minerals
DESCRIPTION:Attorney Jim Chen will present “New Opportunities for Critical Minerals” to the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Environmental & Energy Law Section’s Energy Law Committee during its Lunch & Learn on Thursday\, October 31\, 2024. As the United States continues to develop new and existing sources of energy to diversify supply in light of exponential demand growth\, the need for domestically produced and processed critical minerals (e.g.\, lithium) is presenting new opportunities for American companies. Join us to learn about why domestic minerals are important for America’s energy future\, existing policies and the potential direction of future growth in the new energy era. Fore more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/new-opportunities-for-critical-minerals/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240925T131427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T131556Z
UID:48797-1729756800-1729780200@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:2024 PA Chamber’s Annual Environmental Conference
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Attorney Matt Wood will co-present “Water Issues — PFAS” at the PA Chamber of Business and Industry’s Annual Environmental Conference on Thursday\, October 24\, 2024. This Conference brings together industry leaders\, policymakers\, and stakeholders to provide critical updates on environmental policy in the Commonwealth. It also explores insights and aspirations for the future of energy and infrastructure investment in Pennsylvania\, as well as what that future holds for the state’s emerging policy landscape. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/2024-pa-chambers-annual-environmental-conference/
LOCATION:Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240923T193519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T193519Z
UID:48788-1728979200-1729168200@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:2024 EMLF Fall Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) for its Annual Fall Symposium\, October 15-17\, 2024. \nLitigation Attorney Kevin Douglass will present\, “Has a Company Leader Misbehaved? Internal Investigations of Key Company Personnel.” An employee or third party accuses your company’s owner\, director\, officer or executive of misconduct. When faced with an allegation that can potentially expose your company to legal\, financial and reputational harm\, it is critical that the company promptly investigate the facts and assess the business risk\, particularly when the allegation involves a company leader. This presentation will address 1) the factors to consider when determining whether to perform an investigation\, 2) the selection of an investigative team\, 3) the development and execution of an investigation plan that prioritizes confidentiality and privilege protections\, and 4) the conclusion of the investigation and reporting on the results. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/2024-emlf-fall-symposium/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Lexington
CATEGORIES:CLE,Conferences,Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240912T132947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T132947Z
UID:48698-1728318600-1728334800@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:PA Chamber Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the PA Chamber of Business & Industry for its Annual Dinner on Monday\, October 7\, 2024. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/pa-chamber-annual-dinner/
LOCATION:Hershey Lodge
CATEGORIES:Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T134500
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240718T180211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T143129Z
UID:47829-1727197200-1727358300@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:Shale Insight 2024
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the Marcellus Shale Coalition for Shale Insight 2024\, September 24-26\, 2024. Shale Insight offers participants unprecedented interaction with industry-leading CEOs\, elected officials and thought leaders\, all of whom play a critical role in crafting the public policy and technical landscape that defines shale gas development around the world. Insightful technical and public affairs sessions\, national keynote addresses\, and networking receptions will provide attendees\, sponsors\, and exhibitors unique access to the industry’s most influential leaders and innovators. \nAttorneys Christina McKinley and Gary Steinbauer will be co-panelists for “Climate Change Litigation and Related Federal Regulations\, Including EPA’s Methane Rule.” Panelists will describe and explain the status of litigation by cities and states against fossil fuel producers\, including the two matters before the United States Supreme Court that will determine the direction of dozens if not hundreds of cases now pending in state courts. In addition\, panelists will examine EPA’s Methane Rule and its various components\, share updates and insights on the Methane Rule’s implementation and legal challenges\, and discuss the relationship between EPA’s Methane Rule and EPA’s recent changes to the oil and gas greenhouse gas reporting requirements and proposed methane fee rule. \nAttorney Max Junker will be a co-panelist for “Municipal Update: Recent Ordinance Activity\, Working with Townships\, and More.” This session will provide a summary of recent ordinance activity throughout the Shale Play and include a discussion of best practices for managing relationships and projects between operators and township officials and staff. \nAttorney Jim Chen will present “New Opportunities for Critical Minerals from the Oil and Gas Industry.” As the United States continues to develop new and existing sources of energy to diversify supply in light of exponential demand growth\, the need for domestically produced and processed critical minerals (e.g.\, lithium) is presenting new opportunities for American companies.  Current and future potential Administrations recognize the need to support domestic industries with a range of policy and legislative initiatives that support and grow raw material sourcing and supply.  This session will examine existing policies and the potential direction of future growth in the new energy era for existing industries. \nFor more information\, click here. \nChristina McKinley \nGary Steinbauer \nMax Junker \nJim Chen
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/shale-insight-2024/
LOCATION:Bayfront Convention Center\, 1 Sassafras Pier\, Erie\, PA\, 16507
CATEGORIES:CLE,Conferences,Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240809T174023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T174107Z
UID:48311-1726131600-1726156800@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:2024 PIOGATech: Water & Waste Management Training
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Attorney Jean Mosites will present on PFAS during the PIOGATech: Water & Waste Management Training Seminar on Thursday\, September 12\, 2024. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/2024-piogatech-water-waste-management-training/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn – Cranberry
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Seminars,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240722T143627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T144607Z
UID:47861-1725471000-1725557400@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:15th Appalachia Energy Law Conference
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the Institute for Energy Law and the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) at the 15th Appalachia Energy Law Conference (f/k/a Law of Shale Plays Conference)\, September 4-5\, 2024. Focused on legal issues related to onshore energy production\, primarily oil and gas production in Appalachia\, this conference brings together clients\, attorneys\, professional landmen\, and other professionals to learn and discuss important cases\, concepts\, and trends. In addition\, the conference features multiple networking opportunities with other attendees. \nAttorney Jim Chen will be a co-panelist for the “New Opportunities in the Emerging Transportation and Energy Sector” session. New technologies have emerged with the increasing growth of alternative energy into the grid mix. These new technologies expressly include the use of energy storage in the form of lithium-ion batteries that have proven to be a resilient and reliable option to store energy to even the flow of generation from intermittent sources such as wind and solar. The battery technology has also proven helpful in grid stabilization\, supplemental sources for peak demand\, and backup power in cases of failures. With the increasing demand for this technology growing in several sectors (e.g.\, electric vehicles as well as stationary application)\, questions have arisen regarding the sourcing of the raw materials and processing of minerals to manufacture those batteries. Currently\, the majority of minerals such as lithium\, cobalt\, nickel\, manganese\, bauxite and others are either produced or processed in foreign countries of concern (e.g.\, China). The current Administration has established a policy of onshoring sourcing of these minerals and their attendant processing in the United States. Recently\, the U.S. Department of Energy announced a $2.3 billion loan to Lithium Americas for development of a lithium carbonate processing plant in Nevada. Additional incentives and funding for those incentives were included in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. This seminar will review the background in the growth of this new sector and how domestic industries in mining and mineral processing can potentially benefit from the new and developing federal policies supporting the growth of this industry. \nAttorney Jenni Hicks will serve as a conference co-chair. For more information\, click here. \nJim Chen \nJenni Hicks \n 
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/15th-appalachia-energy-law-conference/
LOCATION:Fairmont Pittsburgh\, 510 Market Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE,Conferences,Networking Event,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240819T135215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T135215Z
UID:48395-1724832000-1724862600@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:Real Property Concerns in Corporate Transactions
DESCRIPTION:Attorneys Mary Binker\, Kevin Wills and Jess Barnes will present “Real Property Concerns in Corporate Transactions” at the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel’s (ACC) Back to School: An In-House Primer on Wednesday\, August 28\, 2024. This presentation will provide a primer on common issues that come up in transactions involving real property\, including title\, survey\, and zoning matters. For more information\, click here. \nMary Binker \nKevin Wills \nJess Barnes \n 
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/real-property-concerns-in-corporate-transactions/
LOCATION:Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
CATEGORIES:CLE,Presentations,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240717T200902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T200902Z
UID:47822-1722421800-1722427200@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:What Every Business Needs to Know About Recent SCOTUS Rulings
DESCRIPTION:Attorney Christina McKinley will be a presenter for the PA Chamber of Business and Industry’s Government Affairs Webinar: “What Every Business Needs to Know About Recent SCOTUS Rulings” on Wednesday\, July 31\, 2024.The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) recently issued several major decisions that will have profound impacts on the business community. From the elimination of “Chevron Deference” to other landmark rulings curtailing the power of federal regulators\, SCOTUS has realigned the separation of powers to restrict the administrative state. What does this mean for your business and the future of federal rulemaking? For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/what-every-business-needs-to-know-about-recent-scotus-rulings/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:Presentations,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240314T201033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T154821Z
UID:46276-1715097600-1715101200@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:ACBA CLE - Befriending the Court: A Primer on Amicus Curiae Practice Before Pennsylvania Appellate Courts
DESCRIPTION:Attorney Casey Coyle will serve as a panelist for the Allegheny County Bar Association’s (ACBA) “Befriending the Court: A Primer on Amicus Curiae Practice Before Pennsylvania Appellate Courts” CLE program on Tuesday\, May 7\, 2024. This panel will consist of experienced appellate attorneys who will discuss the fundamentals of\, and best practices for\, participating as an amicus curiae in appeals before Pennsylvania appellate courts. Panelists will cover procedural requirements for participation\, briefing requirements\, strategies for success and ethical considerations in this highly specialized\, but increasingly common\, practice area. For more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/acba-cle-amicus-curiae-practice-in-pa-appellate-courts/
LOCATION:Koppers Building E.P. Mellon Room\, 436 Seventh Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15219\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE,Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T034452
CREATED:20240325T182358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T182358Z
UID:46882-1714995000-1715088600@www.babstcalland.com
SUMMARY:2024 WVMEG Summit
DESCRIPTION:Babst Calland joins the West Virginia Manufacturers Association (WVMA) for its 2024 WVMEG Summit\, May 6-7\, 2024. This regional\, annual event brings together manufacturing and energy leaders\, state and local officials\, economic development professionals\, and friends of industry and energy from West Virginia\, Ohio\, and Pennsylvania. Summit attendees will explore the broader intersections of manufacturing and energy from power generation to downstream manufacturing development through feedstocks by created oil & natural gas and rare earth extraction. Expert presenters will provide updates and new information on a variety of issues relating to manufacturing and energy. \nAttorney Robert Stonestreet will serve as the moderator for “Making Steel in West Virginia & its Connection to Manufacturing.” West Virginia has a long tradition of steel making and that tradition continues today. With this panel\, you will learn about steel’s connection to the mining of metallurgical coal\, the importance of other manufactured resources with the production of steel\, and its end use in nearly every facet of our lives\, from buildings and facilities\, highways and bridges\, and other construction projects. For more information\, click here. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.babstcalland.com/event/2024-wvmeg-summit/
LOCATION:Oglebay Resort\, Wheeling\, WV\, 465 Lodge Dr\, Wheeling\, 26003
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Networking Event,Presentations
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