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 most looking forward to renewing the great connections they have made...
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 the eldest of five siblings whom he cherished deeply. Wade attended...
February Member Spotlight: Amanda Cashman
Current association: I am of counsel at K&L Gates, LLP, based in their Pittsburgh office. I started with K&L Gates as a summer associate and have spent my entire career here. I’ve been fortunate to meet so many close friends and mentors throughout these...
January Member Spotlight: Chris Wallace
Current association: Christopher B. Wallace, Attorney at Law, Utica, New YorkPast associations: Edisto Resources/NRM Petroleum Company; Anadarko Production Company; Pennzoil CompanyLaw School: St. Mary's UniversityUndergraduate: University of Vermont (B.A. Political...
January Member Spotlight: Aaron Bruggeman
Current association: Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP Past associations: Bricker Graydon LLP; Dinsmore & Shohl LLP Law School: Capital University Law School Undergraduate: Ohio University Spouse: Jaime Children/Grandchildren: 5 Children – Olivia, Grace, Aubrey,...
December Member Spotlight: Helena Jackson
Current association: HRJACKSONLAW PLLC Past associations: During the last 21 years, I have worked in the energy space in various capacities; Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, PLLC and James River Coal Company are the two most relevant to the EMLF, as they were in Lexington...
December Member Spotlight: Andrew Ellis
Current association: General Counsel at GMS Mine Repair and Maintenance, Inc. Law School: West Virginia University Undergraduate: B.S. in Mining Engineering, West Virginia University Spouse: Summer Ellis Children: Claire Ellis Current Hometown: Morgantown, WV Favorite...