2025 40 Under 40: Katherine Thompson

Katherine Thompson has represented regional public service providers for 12 years, including in her current role as legal and regulatory counsel for City Utilities of Springfield. She received her Juris Doctor in 2012 from the St. Louis University School of Law.

“I have shown professional leadership in my career by taking ownership of seeing problems through and being proactive to get them resolved,” she says.

Whether she is negotiating a $200 million contract for new natural gas generators or stepping up to oversee the Electric Reliability Compliance department, Thompson, 39, is dedicated to providing exceptional and comprehensive legal services. Thompson is a member of the state’s Judicial Performance Review Committee, the Journal of the Missouri Bar’s editorial board and Springfield Metropolitan Bar’s board.

Best piece of advice you’ve received? Work hard in silence and let your success be your noise.

Favorite podcast? Against the Odds, which has incredible true stories of people persevering in life and death situations.

Favorite hobby or creative outlet? I love reading. I also love writing but rarely have time to write for fun.

Favorite local food order? Red curry from Thailand Station. It is my ultimate comfort food.