Matney Named EMLS Treasurer

        The Energy & Mineral Law Society welcomes Matthew Matney as Treasurer for the 2013-2014 academic year. Matney is from Williamson, West Virginia, and graduated from Marshal University with a B.S. in Criminal Justice in 2010. Among his most important duties is managing membership records for the EMLS.

        Before coming to the Appalachian School of Law in 2012, Matney spent two years working for the Norfolk-Southern Railroad. His time working as a conductor on trains hauling coal, along with his experience growing up in the heart of the West Virginia coalfields, sparked his interest in energy and mineral law. Matney is also a volunteer with the Appalachian School of Law’s mentorship program, and an active member of organizations including Phi Delta Phi (a legal honorary society), the Environmental Law Society, and the Grundy Lions Club. For questions or to get involved, you can reach him at MMatney15@my.asl.edu