Doan Father-Son Duo Featured in Attorney at Law Magazine "Legal Legacy" Special Edition

02.28.2025

Stinson LLP Partner Kirk Doan and attorney Quint Doan are featured in a special edition of Attorney at Law Magazine discussing the unique dynamics of practicing law within the same firm, as well as Kirk's influence on Quint's legal career.

The father-son duo highlights their family's multigenerational connection to the legal profession and explains how their shared passion for law, along with their familial bond, shapes their individual approaches to the profession. Quint notes that he was inspired by his father's focus on the intellectual stimulation of law, which guided him to pursue a legal career after initially exploring other fields. Meanwhile, Kirk discusses lessons from his nearly 50 years of practice that he aims to share with his son, emphasizing the importance of ethical conduct, a balanced perspective and a servant's attitude toward clients.

The attorneys, who work in different Stinson offices, also detail the benefits of their professional relationship, highlighting the unique opportunity for collaboration and the ease of open communication that accompanies a family connection.

"This allows us to delve more deeply into issues and analysis than if we worked for different firms," they said. "Practicing together allows us to sharpen each other's analysis and draw upon each other's strengths."

Kirk has wide-ranging experience as a trusted advisor representing the business side of the health care industry in key legal areas, including practice acquisitions, hospital contracting and construction, general business operations and regulatory compliance. His representation extends to various health care professionals, including medical practice businesses, physicians and surgeons, dentists and pharmacists.

Quint's practice spans environmental, energy, transportation and life sciences law, with an emphasis on regulatory, transactional and litigation matters. Utilizing his scientific background, he provides guidance to clients navigating intricate regulatory and business challenges within these sectors.

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