Joseph Quinn

Joseph Quinn is a Grand Forks, North Dakota lawyer and partner whose practice includes civil litigation, business matters, real estate, criminal law, estate planning, and appeals. He represents clients in disputes and transactions involving commercial, property, and personal legal concerns. His broad practice allows him to address matters that require litigation strategy, contract analysis, property knowledge, and practical planning across several areas of North Dakota and Minnesota law.

Joseph earned a J.D., with distinction, from the University of North Dakota School of Law and a B.S. in Political Science from North Dakota State University. His undergraduate studies included a minor in History. During law school, he participated in the Central Legal Research and Clinical Education programs. He was inducted into the Order of the Coif, reflecting strong academic achievement and providing a foundation for his litigation, appellate, business, and estate planning work.

Joseph joined private practice after completing law school and has developed experience across civil litigation, commercial matters, real estate, criminal law, and estate planning. His work includes helping clients address business disputes, property issues, legal claims, and planning concerns. His appellate practice adds experience with legal research, written advocacy, and review of trial-level decisions. This varied background supports his ability to evaluate legal problems from transactional and litigation perspectives.

Joseph Quinn is admitted to practice in North Dakota and Minnesota and before the US District Court for the District of North Dakota. He is a member of the American Bar Association, State Bar Association of North Dakota, and Greater Grand Forks Bar Association. His professional background combines courtroom work, business and property matters, estate planning, and appellate advocacy, giving clients practical support across a range of legal challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Pearson Christensen, PLLP
• Member, State Bar Association of North Dakota
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Grand Forks Bar Association

Licensed State

• North Dakota
• Minnesota

Education

• University of North Dakota School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• North Dakota State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)