Matthew Miller Email & Phone Number

Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, United States

I bring my energy industry experience to bear on behalf of landowners who find themselves facing negotiations or litigation with coal and oil & gas companies in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. I serve our clients by negotiating multi-million dollar mineral sales, oil and gas leases on tracts large and small, and surface use agreements / easements covering all aspects of coal, gas, and pipeline development, all while ensuring that the landowners' interests are protected. I represent landowners in state and federal court to protect their mineral rights and to protect their surface from overreach by energy companies. When necessary, I have the experience to appeal adverse rulings in both state and federal court, including winning appeals in federal circuit court.

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States

Morgantown, Wv

I worked as a Summer Associate with Jackson Kelly, PLLC, working out of their Morgantown, WV, office over my 1L and 2L summers. I worked part-time as a law clerk for the same office during my 2L year.

Morgantown, Wv

Abstract work for EQT in North Central WV and Southwestern PA.

Bridgeport, West Virginia

Managed well-clearing projects including supervising junior staff and contract land agents, coordinating internal tasks handled by other departments, maintaining and updating records related to curative activity, negotiating leases and other agreements, performing title and heirship research.• Served as member of Safety Committee • Identified business opportunities. • Updated department on regulatory/legislative developments relevant to the industry.

Morgantown, Wv

Appointed by the City Council, the purpose of the Human Rights Commission is to provide leadership for addressing community interaction and fairness concerns. I was fortunate enough to work with some tremendous people during my time on the HRC, and was proud of the work we did and which they continue. I helped to shape and draft resolutions and proposed ordinances which helped to clarify existing policies and to make new ones.

North Central West Virginia

I performed Title Review, Abstracting, Lease Takeoff, Curative, Leasing work as a contract landman on behalf of EQT in North Central WV and Southwestern PA.

Charleston, Wv; Indiana,Pa

Ensured timely and correct completion of projects by supervising staff. Managed ECA’s records to identify and evaluate business opportunities to keep operations on task. Performed special research and due diligence, leading to nationwide acquisitions while maximizing gain and minimizing risk. DOI construction. Ordered and reviewed and/or conducted title work. Negotiated/drafted land agreements.• Maximized return on divestures by evaluating property records to identify additional acreage.• Improved accuracy of records by thoroughly evaluating and comparing to external records.• Saved money by using negotiation skills and relationship-building to obtain favorable terms.• Achieved timely completion of right-of-way, lease and permit acquisition for diverse projects.• Trained, mentored and supervised junior staff in successful completion of land projects.

Carmichaels, Pa; Indiana, Pa

Provided expertise to unitization and pooling planning for horizontal drilling. Successfully obtained various permits, including zoning and building permits. Successfully performed liaison responsibilities for government entities, current customers and potential clients. Utilized comprehensive curative and Facility negotiation skills to improve business operations. Identified mineral ownership through efficient and timely abstracting. Stayed ahead of multiple rigs operating simultaneously. Bought leases. Provided land assistance to the Production department relating to producing wells/pipelines/house-gas issues.• Commended for Landowner Relations • Met tight deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously.

Carmichaels, Pa

Performed title abstracting as part of lease and right-of-way acquisition projects. Successfully negotiated leases, rights of way and M&R agreements. Responded to issues with stakeholders related to ongoing operations.

Morgantown, Wv

(Candidate for US Senate and WV Attorney General during consecutive election cycles.)• Generated over one million dollars in contributions during a single primary election.• Delivered exceptional record-keeping and regulatory compliance filings.• Optimized visibility of campaign using web, radio, and direct mail advertising.• Generated goodwill by personally visiting opinion-makers and voters.

Charleston, Wv; And Statewide

Summer Intern within WVAG's Consumer Protection Division. Worked primarily in Consumer Education, visiting citizens statewide through arranged meetings at local post offices and by establishing presence at fairs, festivals, parades. Distributed information, answered questions, managed materials and vehicles.

Dilley'S Mill - Pocahontas County, Wv

For 5 Weeks during the summer I worked on the Camp Staff at the Buckskin Scout Reservation in beautiful Pocahontas County, WV. I was a certified lifeguard and worked primarily on the waterfront staff, supervising aquatic activities and teaching aquatic merit badge classes ranging from Lifesaving to Small Boat Sailing. I also taught beginner-level swimming classes. I also performed other tasks as required around the camp, including helping in the dining hall at meal times, setting up and striking camp sites, and other general physical maintenance of the camp facilities. It was amazing.

Doctor Of Law - Jd

Activities and Societies: Energy Law Association; Well-Being Club; Chief Justice of the SGA Judicial Court2018 Bloom Scholar Ranked 1st.

Mba, Business

Activities and Societies: Economic Development SeminarI attended Waynesburg University at night while working full time as a Landman. I.

Ba, Political Science, Economics

Activities and Societies: Foundation Scholar, Bucklew Scholar, SGA Attorney General, SGA Judicial Board2002 Foundation Scholar. I was.

High School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas And Certificates

Activities and Societies: Student Body President, Junior Class President, Sophomore Class Vice President, Freshman Class President.