The Energy & Mineral Law Foundation is a national nonprofit that fosters the study of natural resource development and energy use laws and regulations.
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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 Spouse: George L. Lemon II Hometown: Renick, West Virginia (Greenbrier County) Favorite restaurant: Mama Jean’s BBQ in Roanoke, Virginia – a hidden gem! EMLF Involvement: Member since 2017; attended several annual conferences How did you get involved in mineral and natural resources law? I worked on my first chapter 11 bankruptcy coal case in 2015 and have remained active in restructuring and bankruptcy matters in the oil and gas and coal industries. I like the fact that no two cases are alike,...
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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...
“Other Minerals” Defined — You Might Want to Review Your Deed
By: Andrew Schock & Ty Green First published April 3, 2026 as an Oil and Gas Update by Jackson Kelly Mineral owners and energy companies now have more direction on the meaning of “other...
April Member Spotlight: Timothy M. McKeen
Current association: Chair, Energy & Natural Resources Department / Member, Steptoe & Johnson PLLC Law School: Washington and Lee University School of Law Undergraduate: Wheeling University...
Spotlight On: Annual Institute Chairs
Chairing the Annual Institute this year are three longtime members of EMLF: Anne Blankenship, Energy Transfer; Beth Elmore, Jackson Kelly; and Mike Rush, EQT. All three co-chairs said that they are...
Wade Wallihan Massie Passes Away
Wade Wallihan Massie passed away peacefully at his home on February 21, 2026. Wade was born to Wade Hampton Massie III and Grace Wallihan Massie on October 25, 1951, in Front Royal, Virginia. He was...
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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