Environmental & Energy Law Section Oil Spill Symposium 2026

The Annual Oil Spill Symposium is a round table discussion that has been held for more than 15 years. The Symposium is a diverse group of environmental consultants, engineers, attorneys, and other environmental professionals. It is always a great way to learn about current issues related to petroleum spills. 

Speakers:

Melissa Valle, Esq. | Harter Secrest & Emery LLP | Rochester, NY

Colleen Galligan, Esq. | New York State Office of The Attorney General | Albany, NY 

Patrick Holloway, Esq. | Office Of State Comptroller Oil Spill Fund | Albany, NY 

Kyle Pero, Esq. | New York State Department of Environmental Conservation | Albany, NY 

Kayley McGrath, Esq. | Sive Paget & Riesel, P.C.| New York, NY

Greg Mendez-Chicas, CHMM | Vice President, Impact Environmental | Bohemia, NY 

Alan J. Knauf, Esq. | Knauf Shaw LLP | Rochester, NY

Jon Witmer, Esq. | Knauf Shaw LLP | Rochester, NY