MBA's Construction Industry Evening of Excellence
2020-02-27 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Heinz Field East Club, 100 Art Rooney Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Babst Calland joins the Master Builders’ Association (MBA) for its Construction Industry Evening of Excellence on Thursday, February 27, 2020. The Construction Industry Evening of Excellence is a celebration of the region’s great building construction industry heritage. This event brings together the people that represent every facet of the construction process with a commitment to excellence in each and every construction project. This commitment to excellence is on display during the event as the winning projects in the MBA Building Excellence Awards are announced. For more information, click here.

Introduction to Pipeline Safety Regulations
2020-03-04 08:00 - 2020-03-05 12:00 | EUCI Conference Center, 6400 S Fiddlers Green Cir., Greenwood Village, CO, 801111, United States
Attorney Keith Coyle will be an instructor for an “Introduction to Pipeline Safety Regulations,” March 4-5, 2020.
The pipeline industry is under heightened scrutiny by regulators, the media and the public. The NTSB highlighted aging pipelines as a concern in its 2019-2020 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements. Likewise, Congress has ongoing interest in the safety of older transmission pipelines and in the replacement of leaky and deteriorating cast iron pipe in natural gas distribution systems.
An Introduction to Pipeline Safety course will highlight changes in the law and explain how companies can address compliance challenges in the context of stricter regulator interpretations of current regulatory requirements and increased enforcement.
The course will dive into developing an increased awareness of the scope and content of regulations and how to best comply with those rules.
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Transaction Preparedness: How to Prepare Your Company for Any Type of Deal
2020-03-05 09:30 - 10:15 | Wyndham Grand Hotel Downtown, 600 Commonwealth Place, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Attorney Christian A. Farmakis will be the moderator for Transaction Preparedness: How to Prepare Your Company for Any Type of Deal at Smart Business Dealmakers Conference, March 5, 2020. No matter what type of M&A transaction you’re looking to do, being prepared comes down to three areas — your finances, operations and people. This group of entrepreneurs and experts will offer a deep dive into how to make sure you’re checking the right boxes before you go to market with a deal.
For more information or to register, click here.

Ohio Oil and Gas Association's 2020 Annual Meeting
2020-03-05 15:15 - 16:30 | Hilton Columbus at Easton, 3900 Chagrin Dr. , Columbus, OH, 43219, United States
Attorney Keith Coyle will participate at the OOGA Annual Meeting on the midstream panel on March 5, 2020 addressing recent rules issued by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). This meeting brings together top state and national industry leaders who will discuss current issues impacting the Ohio oil and gas industry. In addition to the business sessions, vendors exhibiting products and services pertinent to the industry will participate in the trade show portion of the event. The Annual Meeting is the principal business meeting of the Association and the premier networking event of the year.

27th Annual NAIOP Pittsburgh Awards Banquet
2020-03-05 17:30 - 22:00 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd. , Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Babst Calland joins NAIOP for its 27th Annual Awards Banquet on Thursday, March 5, 2020. 800+ leaders in Pittsburgh’s commercial real estate industry will join #CREpgh for their largest event in Pittsburgh to honor the strong contributions to the Pittsburgh commercial real estate market. For more information, click here.

Returning to the Moon: A Legal Symposium
2020-03-06 08:30 - 17:00 | Cleveland Marshall College of Law, 1801 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44115, United States
Attorney Justine Kasznica will present on “How Ohio Companies Can Get Involved in the Artemis Program“ at Returning to the Moon: A Legal Symposium on Friday, March 6, 2020. This symposium will explore the various legal challenges surrounding the return to the Moon including property claims, military activity, commercial ventures, jurisdictional issues, environmental sustainability, and natural resource extraction. For more information, click here.

2020 Crystal Ball – “Rustic Elegance”
2020-03-07 17:00 - 23:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport, 8181 Airport Blvd., Houston, TX, 77061, United States
Babst Calland joins BHS Foundation for its 2020 Crystal Ball on Saturday, March 7, 2020. For more information, click here.

Center for Theater Arts' "Reach for a Star" Gala Fundraiser
2020-03-07 18:30 - 22:00 | Hilton Garden Inn at Southpointe, 1000 Corporate Drive, Canonsburg, PA, 15317, United States
Babst Calland joins Center for Theater Arts for its “Reach for a Star” Gala Fundraiser on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Event proceeds go to providing all students, including those with special needs, with the highest quality performing arts instruction that supports the development of self-image and self-confidence. For more information, click here.

ACBA 150th Anniversary Gala
2020-03-07 18:30 - 23:30 | UPMC Club at Heinz Field, 100 Art Rooney Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Babst Calland joins the Allegheny County Bar Association (ACBA) for its 150th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Proceeds from this event benefit the Allegheny County Bar Foundation. For more information, click here.

Webinar - Leaking Methane: Natural Gas, Climate Change, and Uncertainty
2020-04-08 12:00 - 13:30
Attorney Jean Mosites will be the moderator for the Environmental Law Institute’s “Leaking Methane: Natural Gas, Climate Change, and Uncertainty” webinar on Wednesday, April 8, 2020. For more information, click here.

Aftermarket Defeat Devices: Enforcing & Mitigating Mobile Air Pollution
2020-04-21 12:00 - 13:30
Attorney Julie Domike will be a panelist for the Environmental Law Institute’s “Aftermarket Defeat Devices: Enforcing & Mitigating Mobile Air Pollution” webinar on Tuesday, April 21, 2020.
Enforcing mobile source pollution, such as from motor vehicles, has become increasingly challenging as consumers and industry have turned to aftermarket “defeat devices” that may provide perceived benefits like enhanced fuel efficiency but exacerbate the emission of air pollutants. Mobile sources account for a significant portion of air pollution, including approximately two-thirds of carbon monoxide (CO), three-fifths of nitrous oxide (NOx), and one-fourth of volatile organic compounds (VOC). While the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates these pollutants from vehicles, aftermarket defeat devices intentionally remove or alter the hardware, software, or other designs that regulate the emissions controls of a motor vehicle.
While vehicle manufacturers utilizing defeat devices grab headlines, aftermarket parts and software are less conspicuous. According to EPA, over 500,000 diesel pickup trucks since 2009 have installed aftermarket defeat devices resulting in the equivalent air quality impact of adding 9 million pickup trucks to roads. Moreover, these devices are prevalent in heavy-duty trucks, light-duty cars, agriculture equipment, forestry equipment, and construction equipment, among others.
What are the major drivers of demand for aftermarket defeat devices? How can the states curtail the demand for these devices? What policy measures is the EPA taking to mitigate aftermarket defeat devices? Join the Environmental Law Institute and expert panelists to explore these questions and policies to mitigate aftermarket defeat devices.
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Webinar: COVID-19 Panel Discussion - Ask the Attorneys
2020-05-14 14:30 - 15:30
Attorney David White will be a panelist for the Keystone Contractors Association’s “COVID-19 Panel Discussion – Ask the Attorneys” webinar on Thursday, May 14, 2020. For more information, please contact the Keystone Contractors Association.

CLE Program: Venture Mechanics 101
2020-06-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
Attorneys Justine Kasznica and Michael Fink will present a CLE program on “Venture Mechanics 101” on Thursday, June 4, 2020.

Force Majeure and Related Provisions
2020-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
As we continue to move through unprecedented times, the presence, utility and implications of force majeure and related contractual provisions have come to the forefront. Attorneys Kevin Wills, Kate Cooper and Mary Binker will discuss these provisions with a focus on addressing COVID-19 implications and agreement workarounds for the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association for Corporate Counsel (ACC) on Wednesday, June 10, 2020. For more information, click here.
Kevin Wills
Kate Cooper
Mary Binker

From Idea to Invention to Intellectual Property: What Startups and Innovators Need to Know
2020-06-11 11:00 - 12:00
Attorneys Justine Kasznica and Carl Ronald will join the Scott Institute’s Jay Whitacre and Anna Siefken for an informative discussion, “From Idea to Invention to Intellectual Property: What Startups and Innovators Need to Know” on Thursday, June 11, 2020.
Understanding the Intellectual Property (IP) and Patent processes when building a startup can be uniquely challenging for inventors. As a Power Connector with the Department of Energy’s American-Made Solar Prize, the Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation at Carnegie Mellon University is highlighting this important topic for start-ups, student teams, and researchers. Hear from legal experts as they share best practices from filing and managing costs to protecting IP.
For more information, click here.
Justine Kasznica
Carl Ronald

Coffee with NAIOP Pittsburgh
2020-06-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom Webinar
Attorney David White will join other top industry leaders in the region to discuss current insights, questions, and challenges faced in commercial real estate at the next Coffee with NAIOP Pittsburgh via Zoom on Thursday, June 11, 2020. For more information, click here.

PBI's 2020 Environmental Law Forum
2020-07-13 09:00 - 2020-07-14 16:45 | Zoom Webinar
Attorney Jean Mosites will co-present “Recent Developments in Administrative Law Applied to Environmental Cases” during the Pennsylvania Bar Institute’s (PBI) 2020 Environmental Law Forum, July 13-14, 2020. Attorney Kevin Garber was a member of the planning team.
Jean Mosites Presenter
Kevin Garber Planner

Pipelines Safety Regulations
2020-07-14 08:45 - 17:00
On Tuesday, July 14, 2020, in a session with EUCI on Pipelines Safety Regulations, Attorney Keith Coyle will highlight changes in the law and explain how companies can address compliance challenges in the context of stricter regulator interpretations of current regulatory requirements and increased enforcement.
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Regulatory Relief: Federal and State Environmental Responses to the COVID-19 National Emergency
2020-07-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar
Attorneys Sean McGovern, Ben Clapp and Gary Steinbauer will co-present “Regulatory Relief: Federal and State Environmental Responses to the COVID-19 National Emergency” as a webinar for the Energy and Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) on Wednesday, July 15, 2020.
The COVID-19 national emergency has required many critical businesses to make significant changes to continue operating safely. Recognizing that these COVID-19 related modifications have made compliance with environmental regulatory and settlement-related obligations more challenging, or in some cases impossible, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and certain States have issued policies to address environmental compliance during the COVID-19 crisis. This presentation will cover key components of the EPA and select state (PA, OH, WV) policies, and will address important considerations for developing environmental compliance strategies during the ongoing pandemic.
For more information, click here.
Sean McGovern
Ben Clapp
Gary Steinbauer

Bricks & Sticks 2020
2020-07-31 11:00 - 17:00 | Penn State Golf Courses, 1523 West College Ave. , State College , PA, 16801, United States
Babst Calland supports the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Centre County and Builders Association of Central PA’s fundraiser “Bricks and Sticks 2020.”
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Centre County partners with qualified families, donor, sponsors, and communities to build affordable, quality homes and to provide support services that promote successful home purchase and ownership. The Builders Association of Central Pennsylvania is a professional organization dedicated to supporting members and their customers through education, encouraging standards and best practices, and by providing ongoing opportunities and resources, while striving to improve the community in which we work and live.
For more information, click here.

SWSG Pittsburgh 2020 Strong Awards
2020-08-07 08:00 - 10:00 | Webinar
Babst Calland joins Strong Women Strong Girls Pittsburgh for its 2020 Strong Awards Breakfast on Friday, August 7, 2020. The 2020 Strong Awards will celebrate the outstanding achievements of three exceptional women and girls and a company/organization advocate in our community. For more information, click here.

6th Annual Boots & Ballgowns Gala
2020-08-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Babst Calland joins the Women’s Energy Network’s Greater Pittsburgh Chapter for its 6th Annual Boots & Ballgowns Gala on Friday, August 14, 2020. Proceeds from this virtual event support Variety – The Children’s Charity in their efforts to provide children with disabilities with unique programs, experiences, and equipment throughout 71 counties in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. For more information, click here.

2020 GITA Virtual Pipeline Forum
2020-08-25 - 2020-08-27 | Webinar
Attorney Keith Coyle will be the keynote speaker for the 2020 GITA Virtual Pipeline Forum on Tuesday, August 25, 2020. Forum topics will include:

Updates on the Gas Mega Rule, and information relating to other “in-flight” PHMSA initiatives;
An overview of recently approved changes to the National Pipeline Mapping System (NPMS) program;
Operator presentations focused on MCAs, Geohazards, and MAOP Reconfirmation Program strategies;
An Operator Q&A Panel; and
Technology overviews, including operator case studies and highlighting what’s new in the industry.

For more information, click here.

Think About Energy Webinar
2020-08-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Join Babst Calland attorney Joseph Reinhart at Think About Energy: A Decade of Environmental & Regulatory Progress in the Natural Gas Industry, Wednesday, August 26, 2020. The natural gas industry has afforded the Appalachian Basin with economical and environmental benefits for over a decade. As the technologies continue to evolve, the industry has been at the forefront implementing best management practices, best in class equipment, increased transparency and environmental excellence. This webinar will welcome key industry experts who have worked closely with the regulatory agencies to help craft some of the strongest and transparent regulations in the nation.

2020 PMAA Annual Conference
2020-08-31 10:00 - 2020-09-02 14:30
Attorney John McCreary will co-present “Medical Marijuana: Workplace Implications” during the 2020 PMAA Annual Conference on Monday, August 31, 2020. This presentation will review employment law, trends in cases from Pennsylvania and elsewhere, and explore the issues created by the Medical Marijuana Act. For more information, click here.

11th Law of Shale Plays Conference
2020-09-08 15:30 - 2020-09-10 15:45 | Webinar
Babst Calland joins the Institute for Energy Law and the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) at the 11th Law of Shale Plays Conference, September 8-10, 2020. Focused on legal issues related to the shale plays in the United States, 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.
Attorneys Paul Atencio and Steve Silverman will co-present “Special Considerations for Holding Leases by Production and Operations in a Commodities Downturn.” Maintaining oil and gas leases through commodities downturn necessarily requires a lessee to anticipate challenges on a variety of operational and transactional issues. This presentation will cover the interplay between litigation issues and common lease provisions for holding leases by production or operations and offer special consideration to production in paying quantities and temporary cessation of production.
Attorney Krista Staley will be a panelist for “Ethical Considerations in the Diversity and Inclusion Space.”
For more information, click here.
Steve Silverman
Krista Staley

Ethical Considerations in the Diversity and Inclusion Space
2020-09-08 15:30 - 2020-09-10 15:45
Attorney Krista Staley will be a panelist for “Ethical Considerations in the Diversity and Inclusion Space at the Institute for Energy Law and the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) at the 12th Law of Shale Plays Conference, September 8-10, 2020.
Focused on legal issues related to the shale plays in the United States, 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.

To the World We Dream About
2020-09-10 19:30 - 23:00 | Webinar
Babst Calland joins the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust for “To the World We Dream About,” a virtual fundraiser and celebration, on Thursday, September 10, 2020. The celebration entertainers will be Tony Award® winner André De Shields and Tony nominee Eva Noblezada, both current members of the Grammy® Award-winning cast of HADESTOWN. The festivities will start at 7:30 p.m. with a grand overture, followed by the evening’s entertainment and private breakout rooms for post-show cocktails. For more information, click here.

CLE Program: Renewable Energy - A Primer on the Industry and Legal Considerations
2020-09-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
Attorneys Chris Hall, Jim Curry and Ben Clapp will present a CLE program on “Renewable Energy – A Primer on the Industry and Legal Considerations” on Wednesday, September 16, 2020.

38th Annual Verland Open
2020-09-28 10:00 - 19:00 | The Club at Nevillewood, 1000 Nevillewood Drive, Presto, PA, 15142, United States
Babst Calland supports Verland’s 38th Annual Open on Monday, September 28, 2020. Verland is a nonprofit family of person-centric community homes and supports serving people with intellectual disabilities, many of whom have multiple physical challenges. In 32 community homes throughout the region, and at the 10-home main campus in Sewickley, Verland clients reside in settings that provide comfort, safety, and a dignified State-of-the-Heart lifestyle. Proceeds from this event allow Verland to continue providing essential, lifelong supports and services for the people they serve.
