Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips, Energy Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Energy, General, and International
AssociateatStoel Rives LLP
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing energy in Minneapolis since 2009.
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Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and International. Sarah has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stoel Rives LLP.
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- Minneapolis, MN
- Experience
- over 17 years
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- Energy · General · International
- Handles Energy, General, and International matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips: Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and International. Sarah has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stoel Rives LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips
Sarah concentrates on energy, general, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sarah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Energy
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Energy cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Sarah takes energy matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.
General cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Sarah takes general matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.
International cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Sarah takes international matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips — Over 17 years of Minnesota energy experience
Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Energy, General, and International. Sarah has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stoel Rives LLP.
Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, international law, construction & development. Sarah received a B.A. degree from Carleton College, and has been licensed for 17 years. Sarah practices at Stoel Rives LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
How Sarah handles energy matters
Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, international law, construction & development. Sarah received a B.A. degree from Carleton College, and has been licensed for 17 years. Sarah practices at Stoel Rives LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
The kind of cases Sarah takes
Sarah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy, general, and international matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips's legal education and bar admissions
University of Minnesota Law School
J.D. · 2009
Carleton College B.A. Geology Carleton College B.A. cum laude University of Minnesota
M.S. Science · 2009
Jurisdictions
Sarah's state bar admissions
Minnesota
2009 · ACTIVE
Sarah studied at J.D. in University of Minnesota Law School and M.S. Science in Carleton College B.A. Geology Carleton College B.A. cum laude University of Minnesota.
Law school and academic background
Sarah completed J.D. in University of Minnesota Law School and M.S. Science in Carleton College B.A. Geology Carleton College B.A. cum laude University of Minnesota. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sarah runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips's office in Minneapolis
Sarah's primary office is at 33 South Sixth Street, Suite 4200, Minneapolis, MN, 55402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sarah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sarah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sarah will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a energy attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sarah
Sarah discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every energy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sarah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sarah's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Phillips
How much does it cost to hire Sarah for a energy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sarah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sarah offer a free consultation?
Sarah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Sarah's current terms during booking.
How long do energy cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple energy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sarah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sarah take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Sarah is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sarah will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Sarah?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sarah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sarah accepting new energy clients right now?
Sarah's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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