Brandon D. Coneby

Brandon Coneby represents landowners and energy companies, focusing on environmental issues relating to energy extraction, including coal extraction, and natural gas exploration, production, and distribution. Knowledgeable of federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations, Brandon has counseled clients on reporting requirements, water loss and subsidence, wastewater management, and remediation. He has represented clients before the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation; and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. He has also appeared before federal and state tribunals such as the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission and the Pennsylvania Environmental Hearing Board.

In addition to his environmental practice, Brandon also works with landowners to negotiate oil and gas leases, rights of way, surface rights agreements, and the sale of mineral rights.

Brandon has developed a niche aquatics practice. He advises municipalities on a variety of issues including lifeguarding and safety requirements, compliance with the Virginia Graeme Pool and Spa Safety Act; and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). He has represented homeowners in lawsuits regarding swimming pool construction and swimming pool accidents. He is a frequent speaker for the Pennsylvania Parks and Recreation Society and a certified instructor for the National Pool and Spa Foundation’s Certified Pool Operator course.

Brandon received his B.S., with honors, from the Pennsylvania State University and his J.D., with honors, from Duquesne University School of Law. He is a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association and completed their Leadership program in 2003.

Active in his community, Brandon is the president of the Adams Ridge Homeowners Association and was a member of the Avonworth Community Park Redevelopment Team.