 When utility rate cases involve hundreds of millions in revenue and infrastructure decisions shape decades of operations, utility customers need counsel who understands that regulatory outcomes directly impact financial performance.
Stephanie Bell has been recognized for Utilities Law in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America®—an acknowledgment from peers who know the stakes and complexity of utility regulation. Bell's practice encompasses the full range of utility regulatory matters: from rate case proceedings before the Missouri Public Service Commission to infrastructure development approvals and service territory approvals. Her clients include municipalities, landowners, energy project developers, and major technology companies with significant power requirements operating across Missouri's diverse regulatory landscape. For customers who face rate proceedings, Bell helps position cases for favorable outcomes through strategic testimony preparation, regulatory analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Her understanding of Commission priorities and procedural requirements helps clients navigate complex evidentiary hearings and settlement negotiations. For major power users pursuing, she guides new tariff and special contract approvals that can determine project viability. With Missouri's growing data center industry driving unprecedented energy demand, Bell's counsel addresses the unique regulatory challenges of securing adequate power supply for large-scale technology operations. Bell's value lies in recognizing that utilities law is ultimately about balancing financial performance with regulatory compliance and public interest obligations. Her approach helps clients achieve favorable rate structures and rates, maintain regulatory relationships, and position for long-term operational success. This Best Lawyers recognition confirms Bell's standing among attorneys who handle Missouri's most significant utility matters and regularly refer complex regulatory proceedings. For large power users, developers of hyperscale projects, or attorneys with clients facing Missouri regulatory proceedings, contact Ellinger Bell. Comments are closed.
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