The Energy & Mineral Law Foundation is a national nonprofit that fosters the study of natural resource development and energy use laws and regulations.
What’s New At EMLF
Member Spotlight On: Karsten Ritter
Current association: Dentons Law School: Salmon P. Chase College of Law; Northern Kentucky University Undergraduate: University of Colorado, Boulder (Go Buffs!) Spouse: Brian <3 Children: Proud mama of 3 tiny humans who are definitely running the household better than I am. Hometown: Ft. Thomas, KY Favorite restaurant: Casual: Rio Grande in Denver, Colorado. Fancy: Boca in Cincinnati, Ohio EMLF/Professional Organization Involvement: EMLF member since 2022, Board of Trustee as of 2026! Colorado State Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association, Cincinnati Bar Association, Real Property Law Practice Group of the Cincinnati Bar Association, Women...
Programs & Events
Member Spotlight On: Karsten Ritter
Current association: Dentons Law School: Salmon P. Chase College of Law; Northern Kentucky University Undergraduate: University of Colorado, Boulder (Go Buffs!) Spouse: Brian <3 ...
Member Spotlight On: Stephanie Noble
Current association: Trial Partner at Vinson & Elkins LLP Law School: Georgetown University Law Center Undergraduate: University of Texas Spouse: Ryan Noble Children: Jack & Lee Hometown:...
Fun in Lexington Outside of EMLF’s Fall Symposium
EMLF’s Fall Symposium will be held October 13-15, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky. The Symposium will include a fantastic line-up of topics and speakers, as well as opportunities for attendees to...
West Virginia City’s Application of Zoning Laws to Oil and Gas Drilling is Not Preempted
The City of Weirton, West Virginia adopted a zoning ordinance that prohibits oil and gas drilling within the City, except in areas zoned as “industrial,” unless the person who wishes to drill...
Member Spotlight On: Brandy Rapp
Current association: Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP Law School: University of Richmond School of Law, magna cum laude, 2005 Undergraduate: West Virginia Wesleyan College, summa cum laude, 2002...
2026 John L. McClaugherty Award Presented to Brian Wells
The Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) is proud to announce it has presented its 2026 John L. McClaugherty Award to Brian Wells. The McClaugherty Award is the Foundation’s highest honor, and...
Ohio Supreme Court Holds Temporary Suspension of Injection Disposal Operations Not a Taking
After two earthquakes were recorded near saltwater injection wells operated by AWMS Water Solutions, L.L.C. (“AWMS”), the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (“ODNR”) issued an order that required...
Member Spotlight On: Ilya Batikov
Current association: Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP Past association: Hameline & Eccleston, LLP Law School: Cleveland State University College of Law, J.D., summa cum laude, 2011;...
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC is Hiring Energy Associates
Steptoe & Johnson is actively seeking an associate with 0-5 years of experience for its energy mineral title practice. The position is open to any of the following firm office locations: Pittsburgh,...
May Member Spotlight: Jennifer Simon
Current association: I am currently a partner at the environmental boutique law firm KMCL Law LLP, where I have been since 2011. Past associations: Previously, I was an associate at Mayer Brown LLP...
May Member Spotlight: Joseph A. Schremmer
Current association: Eugene Kuntz Chair of Law in Oil, Gas, & Natural Resources, Oklahoma University Past associations: Judge Leon Karelitz Oil and Gas Law Professor at the University of New...
Babst, Calland, Clements & Zomnir, P.C. Seeks Litigation Attorney
Babst, Calland, Clements and Zomnir, P.C. is seeking an attorney with three plus years of litigation experience to join its Charleston, West Virginia office. Babst Calland is nationally recognized...
About EMLF
The Energy & Mineral Law Foundation is a national nonprofit educational organization which fosters the study of the laws and regulations related to natural resource development and energy use. The Foundation is an Accredited Provider of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education programs, AAPL and other professional recertification credits. Our goals:
- Achieve continued excellence in natural resources and energy law education;
- Expand the field of individuals and corporations who identify the Foundation as a primary focus for their participation in natural resources and energy education, dialogue and dissemination of information;
- Support the scholarly development of natural resources and energy law through grants, awards, and scholarships for law students, law teaching, and scholarly writing; and
- Promote high standards of integrity and professionalism and encourage collegial relations among legal practitioners and professionals in the natural resources and energy sectors.
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