Kenneth R. Stark

Profile

Ken’s energy practice focuses on representation of consumer-oriented interests in state and federal regulatory proceedings and appellate court proceedings, involving electricity, natural gas, and oil pipeline issues. Ken regularly represents and advises clients on various transmission and market issues under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. He counsels industrial and commercial clients on energy supply arrangements. Ken also represents and advises clients on alternative and renewable energy, transportation, water, and telecommunications regulatory matters.

Prior to joining McNees, Ken served as an assistant counsel in the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission’s Law Bureau where he gained extensive state and federal appellate litigation experience. He also represented the Commission on rulemakings before the Independent Regulatory Review Commission and advised the Commission on issues involving electric, gas, transportation, and water. Ken also advised the Commission on issues facing the retail competitive gas and electric markets.

What does Ken do for Clients?

Ken anticipates issues before they arise, and responds expeditiously to client requests. Ken enjoys analyzing all sides of an issue and providing advice that is clear, practical, and helpful. Ken’s recent client services include:

• representing an industrial customer coalition in energy and capacity market proceedings at FERC;
• representing municipalities in a cost allocation proceeding at FERC;
• advising an industrial customer coalition on energy transmission issues;
• counseling a large commercial customer on energy supply arrangements;
• representing new broadband service providers;
• representing a water service provider requiring regulatory approvals in multiple states;
• advising clients on the Pennsylvania PUC’s jurisdiction over rail and transportation matters;
• advising trade associations on regulatory and business matters that arise; and
• advising a new small business on regulatory and corporate issues.

How does Ken spend his free time?

Ken enjoys exploring trails, parks, and new places with his family. He likes running, biking, hiking, traveling, and reading.