MSC Member Meeting
2017-01-31 10:30 - 2017-02-01 13:30 UTC | Omni William Penn Hotel, 530 William Penn Place, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, United States
Please join us at the Marcellus Shale Coalition Member Meeting, January 31 – February 1, 2017. The MSC will have their traditional meeting format with a full slate of committee meetings along with member engagement opportunities.
For more information or to register, click here.

Marcellus-Utica Midstream Conference & Exhibition
2017-01-24 17:00 - 2017-01-26 11:00 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd. , Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Attorney Keith J. Coyle will be speaking as part of a Legal Roundtable on the Constant of Change at the Marcellus-Utica Midstream Conference & Exhibition, January 24-26, 2017. Midstream operators face multiple legal and regulatory challenges, both at the national level as a new administration takes office, and locally. The legal roundtable will focus on top issues in the sector and provide a heads-up as a new year begins.
To view the full conference agenda or to register, visit MarcellusMidstream.com.

CLE Program - The Trade Secret Act: Federal Defend Trade Secret Act
2017-01-24 12:00 - 13:00 | BabstCalland_Pit_0119
Babst Calland attorneys James Corbelli and Steven Silverman will present a CLE program on “The Trade Secret Act: Federal Defend Trade Secret Act.”

Platts 15th Annual Gas Storage Outlook Conference
2017-01-12 - 2017-01-13 | Omni Houston Hotel, 4 Riverway, Houston, TX, 77056, United States
Attorney James Curry will be speaking at Platts 15th Annual Gas Storage Outlook Conference, January 12-13, 2017. Join us to engage with knowledgeable gas storage experts discussing LNG, gas-electric integration, and additional demand drivers. Learn how you can profit in an increasingly volatile gas storage landscape.

Pennsylvania Mechanics' Lien Law Amendments: DGS Online Construction Notices Directory in Effect January 1, 2017
2016-12-20 15:45 - 19:00 | DoubleTree Hotel, Green Tree, 500 Mansfield Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, 15205, United States
Join Babst Calland for an informative and timely session on using the Pennsylvania Department of General Services (DGS) online “State Construction Notices Directory,” which lien claimants will be required to use on all construction projects greater than $1.5 million beginning January 1, 2017.
Attendees will receive hands-on training from Babst Calland construction attorneys in navigating the new online directory, as well as learn about the Mechanics’ Lien Law Amendments and how these changes will significantly impact the rights of contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in filing mechanic’s lien claims.
This seminar is endorsed and recommended by the following construction trade associations:
Master Builders’ Association of Western Pennsylvania, Inc.,
Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania,
Pennsylvania Builders Exchange,
Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc.,
American Subcontractors Association of Western PA,
and Keystone Contractors Association.
To register, please contact Vicki Landa at vlanda@babstcalland.com or 412-394-6537.

MSC Pipeline Safety Seminar: PHMSA Rulemaking Update
2016-12-08 | Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh/Southpointe
In April 2016, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (“PHMSA”) published a long-anticipated rulemaking proposal for gas gathering and transmission lines. More than four years in the making, the proposed rules would significantly expand PHMSA’s jurisdiction over gas gathering lines and add several new requirements to the agency’s regulations for gas transmission lines. Many of these proposals respond to congressional mandates and recommendations issued by the National Transportation Safety Board. In June 2016, President Obama also signed the Protecting our Infrastructure of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety Act of 2016, or PIPES Act, which reauthorizes PHMSA’s pipeline safety program through 2019. The PIPES Act contains several noteworthy provisions, including a new rulemaking mandate for underground gas storage facilities and a provision authorizing PHMSA to issue industry-wide emergency orders if an unsafe condition or practice presents an imminent hazard to health, property, or the environment. Finally, PHMSA is working to finalize a number of other rulemaking proposals and initiatives before the Obama Administration draws to a close in January 2017.
In order to better understand the implications of the proposed rulemakings and new provisions in the PIPES Act, the seminar given by the Marcellus Shale Coalition in conjunction with its Midstream and Pipeline Committee will feature a series of presentations on current issues in pipeline regulation and operations, as well as a roundtable discussion led by a panel of industry experts and government officials. These presentations will target the impacts that these proposed rulemakings will have on the pipeline and midstream sector developments in the Marcellus and Utica shale plays.
PHMSA Rulemaking and Legislative Update
For more information click here.
Keith Coyle
James Curry
Brianne Kurdock

WV Shale Gas Law Seminar 2016
2016-11-18 - 2016-11-19 | WVU College of Law, 101 Law School Dr. , Morgantown , WV, 26506, United States
Shareholder Christopher B. Power will be presenting at the West Virginia CLE Annual Shale Gas Law Seminar on November 18-19, 2016. For more information or to register, click here.

Air & Waste Management Association AMS Luncheon
2016-11-10 11:30 - 13:00 | Pennsylvania Brewing Company, 800 Vinial Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Babst Calland Shareholder, Jean Mosites will be presenting at the Air & Waste Management Association, Allegheny Mountain Section Luncheon on November 10, 2016.
In 1978, EPA’s first proposed hazardous waste regulations under RCRA contained a carve-out for “oil and gas drilling muds” and “production brines” exempting them from storage, treatment and disposal standards to which hazardous wastes were subject. EPA justified the classification because such wastes were high in volume and low in toxicity. In 1980, RCRA was amended to exempt drilling fluids, produced waters, and other wastes associate with the exploration, development or production of oil and gas, pending study and determination by EPA, which subsequently determined that
Babst Calland Shareholder, Jean Mosites will be presenting at the Air & Waste Management Association, Allegheny Mountain Section Luncheon on November 10, 2016.
In 1978, EPA’s first proposed hazardous waste regulations under RCRA contained a carve-out for “oil and gas drilling muds” and “production brines” exempting them from storage, treatment and disposal standards to which hazardous wastes were subject. EPA justified the classification because such wastes were high in volume and low in toxicity. In 1980, RCRA was amended to exempt drilling fluids, produced waters, and other wastes associate with the exploration, development or production of oil and gas, pending study and determination by EPA, which subsequently determined that regulation under RCRA subtitle C was not warranted. EPA, however, has recently been challenged by a coalition of NGO’s alleging that EPA failed to perform required triennial reviews required under subtitle D of RCRA.
This presentation will address the scope of the exemption as it has existed and evolved since 1988, consider various liability scenarios for the handling of such waste under applicable law, and review some of the implications of current legal challenges.

WVONGA Embracing Energy Conference
2016-11-10 - 2016-11-11 | Columbia Gas Transmission, 1700 MacCorkle Ave. SE, Charleston, WV, 25314, United States
Brianne K. Kurdock
Shareholder, Brianne Kurdock will be presenting on Pipelines & FERC at the West Virginia Oil & Natural Gas Association’s (WVONGA) 3rd Annual Embracing Energy Conference for Women to take place in Charleston, W. Va. on November 10-11, 2016.

IPAA Annual Meeting
2016-11-09 - 2016-11-11 | The Cloister, 100 Cloister Drive, Sea Island, GA, 31561, United States
Join us at IPAA’s 87th Annual Meeting to hear an impressive line-up of experts discuss the current state of the industry and assess the impact politics will have on America’s oil and natural gas industry.
For more information click here.

PIOGA's Annual Membership Meeting and Retirement Celebration
2016-11-03 02:00 - 19:00 | Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh – Cranberry, 910 Sheraton Drive, Mars, PA, 16046, United States
Please join us at PIOGA’s Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, November 3, 2016. Hear about the work of the association on legislative, regulatory and public education matters that impact your business. Stay for a retirement reception for Lou D’Amico following the meeting.

Shale 101 Unplugged: Learn the Facts About Upstream, Midstream, and Downstream
2016-11-02 08:00 - 2016-11-03 12:00 | PA
The Marcellus Shale Coalition is offering a two-day Shale 101 seminar on November 2 – 3 at the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott. This seminar is being offered to all oil and gas industry stakeholders, state, county and local officials, and individuals interested in learning about unconventional shale and natural gas development in Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas. The development of natural gas from unconventional shale in Pennsylvania has created a huge opportunity for growth and sustainability for the region across a variety of industry sectors. During this seminar, industry experts will educate attendees on the upstream, midstream, and downstream segments of the natural gas industry.
Upstream: Understanding Laws and Regulations
Jean Mosites
Babst Calland Attorney Jean M. Mosites will present a comprehensive overview of the existing federal, state and local laws and regulations that govern all aspects of the oil and gas industry, as well as permit and reporting requirements on November 2, 2016.

Midstream: Understanding Laws and Regulations
Keith Coyle
Babst Calland Attorney Keith J. Coyle will also present on November 2, 2016. Similar to upstream activities, the midstream sector of the industry is heavily regulated. Obtain a comprehensive overview of the numerous federal, state and local laws and regulations, as well as permit and reporting requirements.
For more information about the event, click here. To register, click here.

Marcellus Shale Coalition 2016 Annual Member Meeting
2016-10-26 - 2016-10-27 | Penn Sate, State College, PA, United States
Join us at the annual member meeting for the Marcellus Shale Coalition on October 26, 2016 in State College, Pa. The Marcellus Shale Coalition (MSC) works with exploration and production, midstream, and supply chain partners in the Appalachian Basin and across the country to address issues regarding the production of clean, job-creating, American natural gas from the Marcellus and Utica Shale plays. MSC provides in-depth information to policymakers, regulators, media, and other public stakeholders on the positive impacts responsible natural gas production is having on families, businesses, and communities across the region.

CLE Program: Clients – The Good – The Bad – The Ugly
2016-10-21 12:00 - 13:00 | BabstCalland_Pit_0119
Babst Calland attorney Robert W. Thomson will present a CLE program on “Clients – The Good – The Bad – The Ugly.”

Energy & Mineral Law Foundation's Kentucky Mineral Law Conference
2016-10-20 - 2016-10-21 | Hilton Downtown Lexington Hotel, 389 W. Vine St. , Lexington, KY, 40507, United States
Join us at the EMLF Kentucky Mineral Law Conference on October 19-20, 2016 at the Hilton Downtown Lexington Hotel.
Change is Coming: 2016 Pipeline Safety Regulatory and Legislative Update
The U.S.
Brianne K. Kurdock
Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) currently has several significant rulemakings pending. In addition, in June 2016, Congress passed the PIPES Act (Protecting our Infrastructure of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety Act of 2016) introducing a number of new congressional mandates covering pipeling safety.
Babst Calland shareholder and former PHMSA attorney, Brianne Kurdock, will be presenting on what you need to know about the potential changes to the regulations affecting natural gas pipelines.

ACBA Association of Municipal and School Solicitors Meeting
2016-10-20 | ACBA Headquarters, 436 Seventh, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, United States
Donald C. Bluedorn II and Kathy K. Condo, shareholders at Babst Calland, will give a presentation at the monthly meeting of the Association of Municipal and School Solicitors Section of the Allegheny County Bar Association on October 20, 2016, entitled What’s Going on with Our Drinking Water? The presentation will address recent water contamination headlines, provide an overview of the existing regulatory program, review third party suit issues, and offer practical tips for municipalities, school districts and water suppliers.
Don Bluedorn
Kathy Condo

WVONGA Fall Meeting
2016-10-10 - 2016-10-12 | Oglebay Resort & Conference Center, 465 Lodge Drive, Wheeling, WV, 26003, United States
Timothy M. Miller
The WVONGA Fall Meeting on October 10-12, 2016 will feature discussion on regulatory, environmental issues and the most up-to-date information on industry trends and activity. Babst Calland Attorney Tim Miller will be speaking at the event on October 11.

Invent Penn State: Venture & IP Conference
2016-10-06 - 2016-10-07 | The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel, 215 Innovation Blvd. , State College , PA, 16803, United States
Join us at the Invent Penn State, Venture & IP Conference, October 6-7, 2016. The event will include a networking reception, exhibitors, Venture Connection, educational panels, University Technology Showcase and prominent speakers.

2016 AAPL Appalachian Land Institute
2016-10-06 - 2016-10-07 | Doubletree Pittsburgh – Meadow Lands, 340 Racetrack Rd. , Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Join us at AAPL’s 2016 Appalachian Land Institute held this year in Washington, Pa. on October 6-7, 2016. This popular event consists of a day and a half of excellent and topical presentations. There will be an MLBC/NALA/SAAPL hosted dinner on October 6 for an extra fee.
For more information or to register, click here.

CLE Program - Pool/Unitization, Oil & Gas Reservations
2016-09-29 10:00 - 12:00 | BabstCalland_Pit_0119
Babst Calland attorney Bruce F. Rudoy will present a CLE program on “Pool/Unitization, Oil & Gas Reservations.”

Navigating Legal & Regulatory Challenges in the Conventional Oil & Gas Industry: Protecting Your Business & Minimizing Exposure
2016-09-28 09:30 - 14:00 | Rustic Lodge, 2199 Oakland Ave. , Indiana , PA, 15701, United States
Babst Calland is sponsoring a collaborative and timely training seminar for conventional oil and gas operations addressing creditor/debtor rights, well plugging and site remediation, and pipeline safety.
Babst Calland Presenters
David Ross
Erica Dausch
Jean Mosites
Kevin Garber
Keith Coyle

NALA Charity Golf Outing
2016-09-22 | Quicksilver Golf Club, 2000 Quicksilver Rd. , McDonald, PA, 15057, United States
Join us at the Quicksilver Golf Club on September 22, 2016 for the NALA Charity Golf Outing.

The 6th Annual Shale Insight Conference
2016-09-21 - 2016-09-22 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd. , Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Join us at the 6th Annual SHALE INSIGHT™ Conference, taking place September 21-22 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pa. Hosted by The Marcellus Shale Coalition (MSC), the Ohio Oil and Gas Association (OOGA) and the West Virginia Oil and Natural Gas Association (WVONGA), SHALE INSIGHT 2016 will provide participants a front-row seat for the most important discussions on shale development, featuring some of the most prominent industry and government leaders. Attendees will network with the most influential industry executives and innovative thought leaders through two days of technical and public affairs insight sessions, major keynote addresses, and a dynamic exhibit hall featuring all the major shale players.
Mounting Local Government Regulatory Challenges to the Industry

Shareholder, Krista-Ann Staley will be part of a panel providing an overview of the increasingly aggressive (but still uncertain legal authority) of local government efforts to restrict unconventional shale development throughout the Appalachian Basin. It will address the continued fallout from Pennsylvania’s Robinson Township and Ohio’s Munroe Falls decisions, as well as increasing attempts to limit and even ban industry activity through the adoption of Community Bill of Rights ordinances and Home Rule Charter referenda.
To learn more and to register for the conference, visit ShaleInsight.com.

7th Law of Shale Plays Conference
2016-09-07 07:30 - 2016-09-08 12:45 | PA
The 7th Law of Shale Plays Conference, presented by the Institute for Energy Law and the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation, will be held September 7-8, 2016. The Law of Shale Plays Conference brings together clients and legal professionals servicing all components of the energy industry for outstanding continuing legal education focused on issues affecting shale plays. The conference will provide timely legal updates on important litigation, transactional and regulatory issues being experienced and addressed by energy attorneys.
The Big Reach: What You Need to Know about PHMSA’s Mega-Rule for Gas Gathering and Transmission Lines
Babst Calland Attorney Keith Coyle will present on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (“PHMSA”) published a long-anticipated rulemaking proposal for gas gathering and transmission lines. More than four years in the making, the proposed rules would significantly expand PHMSA’s jurisdiction over gas gathering lines and add several new requirements to the gas transmission line regulations in response to recent congressional mandates and National Transportation Safety Board recommendations. A former PHMSA attorney advisor and member of the Pennsylvania Governor’s Pipeline Infrastructure Task Force, Keith will discuss the implications of PHMSA’s rulemaking proposal, which arguably represents the most comprehensive overhaul of the federal gas pipeline safety program in the four decades since its creation.
For more information on the event or to register, click here.

Attorney Engagement Letters: A Liability or a Valuable Risk Management Tool?
2016-08-23 12:00 - 13:00 | BabstCalland_Pit_0119
Presented by: Bethann Lloyd

12:00-12:15 PM: Confirmation of a lawyer’s fees – ethical requirements
12:15-12:30 PM: Form letters – defending legal malpractice claims – Risk Management
12:30-12:45 PM: Fee confirmation basics with discussion of how to maximize your firm’s engagement letter
12:45-1:00 PM: Conflict waivers/Letters of referral

*This seminar qualifies for one Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia CLE credit.

The PA Coal Alliance's 13th Annual Black Diamond Dinner & Keystone Safety Reclamation Awards
2016-08-20 | PA
Join us at The PA Coal Alliance’s 13th Annual Black Diamond Dinner & Keystone Safety And Reclamation Awards at the Pepsi Cola Roadhouse.

Women's Energy Network's 2nd Annual Boots and Ballgowns Gala
2016-08-19 19:00 - 23:00 | PA
Join us at the Women’s Energy Network’s 2nd Annual Boots and Ballgowns Gala benefiting Pennsylvania Court Appointed Special Advocate Association (PA CASA). WEN Appalachia will be celebrating achievements and contributions since becoming a chapter five years ago, and to network with other dedicated WEN members from all over the country.

5th Annual MLBC Fall Charity Golf Outing
2016-08-08 10:00 - 19:00 | Valley Brook Country Club, 425 Hidden Valley Road, McMurray, PA, 15317, United States
It is again time for the 5th Annual MLBC Fall Charity Golf Outing! This year the event is at the Valley Brook Country Club in McMurray, Pa. on Monday, August 8, 2016. MLBC will again be raising funds to help Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh. Over the past four years, the MLBC, with the generous support of its sponsors and members, has been able to donate $130,000 to this great charity, and look to grow on that number this year!

IOGA WV Summer Meeting
2016-08-07 - 2016-08-09 | PA
Join us at IOGA WV’s Annual Summer Meeting at the Greenbrier.

2016 Annual PA Municipal Legal Update
2016-08-03 08:00 - 2016-08-04 15:00 | PA
Lawrence H. Baumiller will present on Land Use and Zoning Ordinances on Thursday, August 4, 2016. This presentation will focus on recently-decided cases affecting municipal zoning ordinances and will also provide an update on pending appellate cases that could have a significant statewide impact on land use law. This presentation is ideal not only for elected and appointed officials, but also for solicitors and municipal planners.
