Our Attorney

Biography

Chris Cain is a powerhouse attorney with an unparalleled energy and dedication to his clients. With over three decades of experience in litigation and advocacy, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge and a dynamic approach to the defense team at our firm.

Before joining the defense side, Chris served as a prosecutor for many years, which gives him a unique perspective on how the state builds its cases. He knows the tactics and strategies the prosecution will employ, and he uses this insight to meticulously dismantle their arguments, ensuring his clients receive the robust defense they deserve.

Chris’s extensive background spans various areas of law, including criminal law, appeals, and municipal practice. He has served as advisory counsel to numerous governmental departments, providing sage advice and representing their interests with integrity and vigor. His expertise also extends to adult protection and juvenile delinquency cases, where his compassionate yet assertive approach has made a significant impact.

In the realm of criminal defense, Chris is a formidable advocate. He has successfully defended clients in cases involving the forfeiture of assets, vehicles, cash, and property resulting from DWI offenses, drug arrests, and felony fleeing charges. His deep understanding of the legal system and relentless pursuit of justice have consistently led to favorable outcomes for his clients.

When you work with Chris Cain, you are not just getting an attorney; you are gaining an ally who is deeply committed to holding the state accountable and ensuring that your rights are protected every step of the way. His dedication, energy, and unparalleled experience make him a formidable force in the courtroom and a trusted advocate for those he represents.

Education
  • William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
    • J.D.
  • University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
    • B.A. – 1986
Bar Admissions
  • Minnesota, 1992
Professional Associations
  • Minnesota State Bar Association, Member/President, 1995 to Present
  • Minnesota Professional Responsibility Board, Member/Vice-Chair/Chair, 2010 to 2016
  • Minnesota Continuing Legal Education Board, Member/Chair, 2006 to 2012
Classes & Seminars
  • Business Law, M.S.U. – Mankato, 2004 to Present
  • Criminal Law, Rasmussen College, 2007 to 2010
Pro-Bono Activities
  • Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (S.M.R.L.S.) – Legal Clinic, 2015 to 2020
Past Positions
  • Blue Earth County Attorney’s Office, Assistant County Attorney, 2015 to 2023
  • Mankato City Attorney’s Office, Assistant City Attorney, 1994 to 2015
Practice Areas
  • Family Law
  • Criminal Law
Published Works
  • Ethics for Prosecutors, Minnesota Bench & Bar, 2008
Chris Cain
Chris Cain
Kohlmeyer Hagen, Law Office | Rochester & Mankato Law Firm

Chris has over 3 decades of litigation and advocacy experience in multiple areas of law, including: Criminal law, appeals, municipal practice, advisory counsel to various governmental departments, criminal defense, adult protection, juvenile delinquency, forfeitures of assets, vehicles, cash and property as the result of DWI’s, Drug arrests and Felony Fleeing offenses.

Kohlmeyer Hagen, Law Office | Rochester & Mankato Law Firm 3 Civic Center Plaza Suite 400 Mankato, MN 56001
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