Kennedy & Cain, PLLC – Minneapolis, MN

Your Neighborhood Legal Experts on Lake Street

Kennedy & Cain, PLLC is a trusted community law firm located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis. Founded in 2014 by attorneys Daniel Kennedy and Michael Cain, the firm represents the coming together of two experienced lawyers who began their relationship as opposing counsel. After years of respecting each other’s work across the aisle, they decided to join forces to offer comprehensive legal services to individuals and small businesses. The firm is deeply rooted in the Lake Street community, offering a friendly, approachable alternative to intimidating downtown law offices. Their mission is to provide high-quality, affordable legal representation that helps their neighbors navigate life’s challenges.

Diverse Practice for Diverse Needs

Kennedy & Cain operates as a general practice firm, meaning they are equipped to handle the wide variety of legal issues that ordinary people face. Whether it is a criminal charge, a business contract, or a family dispute, Dan and Michael bring decades of combined experience to the table.

• Business Law: Assisting small business owners with entity formation, licensing, contracts, and litigation.
• Criminal Defense: protecting the rights of those accused of DWI, drug offenses, theft, and traffic violations.
• Landlord-Tenant: Representing both property owners and tenants in eviction proceedings and lease disputes.
• Estate Planning: Drafting wills, trusts, and healthcare directives to ensure peace of mind for families.
• Civil Litigation: Advocating for clients in courtrooms across the Twin Cities to resolve personal and commercial conflicts.

Experience You Can Trust

Both partners bring unique backgrounds to their practice. Dan Kennedy has a strong foundation in international business law and holds an MBA, making him an astute advisor for commercial clients. Michael Cain began his career defending low-income clients, developing a fierce dedication to justice and criminal defense. Together, they offer a balanced perspective that is both strategic and compassionate. The firm is known for its "Lake Street" ethos-hardworking, diverse, and resilient. They take the time to listen to their clients, explaining legal options in plain English without the confusing jargon.

"We met as adversaries, but we united as partners. We use our combined experience to fight for you, protecting your business, your freedom, and your family."

With an office conveniently located on East Lake Street, Kennedy & Cain, PLLC is easily accessible to residents of Minneapolis and St. Paul. If you need a lawyer who will treat you like a neighbor rather than a case number, contact Kennedy & Cain today.