Trusted Minnesota Attorneys for Healthcare Licensing, Compliance, & Business Transactions
Kennedy and Cain Law Office, PLLC helps licensed healthcare providers, agencies, group homes, home care organizations, and other regulated entities navigate DHS and MDH compliance issues and complete healthcare business purchases and sales with confidence.
Kennedy and Cain, PLLC provides legal support to licensed healthcare professionals, agencies, and organizations across Minnesota. Our attorneys advise clients on DHS and MDH licensing requirements, compliance reviews, corrective orders, and investigations. We also support ownership transitions, healthcare business acquisitions, and regulatory planning. With decades of combined experience, we help providers protect their licenses and maintain operational stability.
Dedicated to Protecting Minnesota Healthcare Providers
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Attorney
Michael Cain brings extensive experience advising Minnesota healthcare providers, agencies, and organizations on licensing, compliance, and operational matters. His work spans DHS and MDH investigations, corrective actions, and healthcare business transactions, including acquisitions and change-of-ownership filings. Known for his clear communication and calm problem-solving approach, Michael helps clients make informed decisions that protect both their licenses and their livelihoods.
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Attorney
Dan Kennedy has spent his career helping Minnesota businesses and professionals resolve complex legal challenges with clarity and precision. At Kennedy & Cain, PLLC, he focuses on healthcare licensing, compliance, and regulatory representation, guiding clients through DHS and MDH processes, business formation, and ownership transitions. Dan’s background in business law and litigation gives him a practical perspective—one centered on protecting his clients’ interests and maintaining stability in highly regulated industries.
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Comprehensive Legal Support for Minnesota’s Healthcare Industry
Kennedy and Cain advises providers on healthcare licensing, operations, compliance, and business transactions. We support clients through DHS and MDH audits, corrective action plans, regulatory appeals, employment contract issues, and change of ownership filings.
Our goal is to provide clear, informed guidance that reduces risk and helps healthcare organizations operate confidently in a highly regulated environment. We represent assisted living facilities, home care agencies, day training and habilitation providers, group homes, mental health programs, and other licensed healthcare entities statewide.
Assistance with applications, corrective actions, and compliance reviews.
Guidance through due diligence, purchase agreements, and post-sale compliance.
Assistance with applications, corrective actions, and compliance reviews.
Representation in audits, investigations, and appeals.
Formation, contracts, and ongoing advisory services.
Assistance with applications, corrective actions, and compliance reviews.
Trusted Advocates for Minnesota’s Healthcare Industry
OUR MISSION
Kennedy and Cain is proud to support healthcare providers across Minneapolis, St Paul, Rochester, Duluth, St Cloud, and surrounding communities. Our experience with DHS and MDH regulations, corrective orders, investigations, and licensing requirements allows us to guide clients through complex legal challenges with confidence and clarity.
Common Questions, Clear Answers
Legal situations can be stressful and confusing. We believe in straightforward communication.
Here are a few of the questions we hear most often.
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We represent healthcare providers, agencies, group homes, clinics, and other licensed entities across Minnesota.
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Yes. We regularly help clients buy and sell healthcare companies, managing the regulatory and legal aspects from start to finish.
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We work directly with agency representatives on behalf of our clients, ensuring accurate filings, timely responses, and professional advocacy.
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Bring any DHS or MDH correspondence, licensing documents, or transaction materials for review.
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We typically respond within one business day.
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Yes. We help review corrective action orders, prepare responses, and support compliance efforts to protect licensing and operational status.
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Yes. We guide buyers and sellers through CHOW requirements, license transitions, due diligence, and regulatory timelines.
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We help evaluate the violation, assess risk, communicate with DHS or MDH, and pursue corrective options to protect your license.
Clarity Starts With a Conversation
Whether you’re facing a compliance issue, preparing for a sale, or navigating DHS or MDH regulations, Kennedy & Cain, PLLC provides clear guidance and experienced representation.