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Cannabis Lawyer for Business

Our best lawyers win cannabis licenses, gets them funded and protects the owners from risk from startup to exit.

Navigating the complex legal landscape of the U.S. cannabis market is a high-stakes challenge. As a dedicated cannabis lawyer, Thomas Howard provides the critical expertise in licensing, compliance, and corporate structuring that protects your business and ensures its growth.

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Tom Howard Cannabis Lawyer & Consultant

Our cannabis legal team is highly praised for their expertise in navigating the complex and evolving regulatory and licensing for cannabis businesses. Clients appreciate our personalized approach, responsiveness, and dedication to keeping them informed throughout the legal process. Our commitment to excellence is evident in the positive feedback we consistently receive from satisfied clients.

Our Cannabis Law Attorney's Recognition

Our founding attorney, Tom Howard, has been recognized by both Leading Lawyers & Super Lawyers, quoted in the Wall Street Journal & Top 200 Cannabis  Lawyer. He is a member of  the NORML Legal Committee & a Certified Ganjier.

Benefits of a lawyer for your cannabis business

Our cannabis law firm is dedicated to supporting business owners in the cannabis industry by providing top-notch legal services and consulting. We specialize in assisting with marijuana license applications and operations, providing our clients with the necessary guidance to stay compliant with regulations and minimize risk.

Our team of experienced cannabis business attorneys is equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to advise clients on cannabis investment and private equity matters, ensuring they can make informed decisions and achieve their business goals.

Our Cannabis Law Services

As seasoned legal practitioners in the cannabis sector, our attorneys possess extensive expertise in the prevailing state and local regulations concerning marijuana. With considerable experience, our qualified cannabis lawyers are well-versed in the complexities of the continually evolving legal framework for cannabis, including its distinct risks and market trends.

Our team is committed to delivering thorough and effective legal representation for clients engaged in the cannabis industry. Whether you are addressing the regulatory obligations for your enterprise or require litigation support for legal challenges, our team provides the knowledge and insight necessary for you to proceed with assurance.

By partnering with us, you can be assured of receiving high-caliber legal advice from proficient professionals dedicated to safeguarding your rights and ensuring your sustained success in the legalized marijuana market. We encourage you to leverage our expertise and reach out for further assistance.

Cannabis Litigation Attorneys Defense for license violations, zoning issues, or commercial disputes.

Dispensary Applications

Dispensary License Application Help End-to-end support for dispensary license filing, from strategy to appeal.

Cannabis Tax Guidance

Cannabis Tax Compliance Attorneys Navigate 280E and reduce your cannabis tax burden legally.

Cannabis Real Estate Attorneys Secure compliant locations for your grow, dispensary, or transport business.

Business Formation

Cannabis Business Formation Lawyers Entity setup, ownership structure, and operating agreements done right.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Cannabis M&A Legal Services Legal support for buying, selling, or merging cannabis businesses.

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Our Cannabis Lawyers have written applications for competitive and complex licenses. We also offer services for any operational or transactional aspect of your cannabis business, including: 

Navigating Cannabis Licensing & Regulatory Hurdles

A cannabis lawyer is essential for businesses seeking success in the highly regulated cannabis industry. They expertly navigate the intricate licensing processes, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, draft and negotiate contracts, protect intellectual property, manage real estate transactions, and resolve disputes effectively. With their deep knowledge and experience, cannabis lawyers provide critical guidance, ensuring your business operates seamlessly within the legal framework established for the cannabis industry, paving the way for sustainable growth and success. We are proud to have helped numerous clients throughout the United States win cannabis licenses, secure funding, expand into new markets with IP licensing and new licenses.

Don’t leave your future up to generic templates—work with cannabis lawyers who know the rules inside and out. Our advisors have helped plan numerous cannabusinesses

We launched dozens of cannabis licenses from complete applications to lotteries. We find all the points so your team gets them, or help craft lottery strategies and plan beyond the award.

From LLCs and corporations to multi-entity operating structures, we advise on the best entity type based on your licensing goals, ownership structure, tax strategy, and compliance obligations. 

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Cannabis Law Firm

Our cannabis business lawyer team includes knowledge & experience in:

We have worked with numerous of cannabis industry operators in medical marijuana and adult use cannabis over the years.

We win cannabis licenses, get them funded and protect the owners from risk and spread the word about industry best practices on our popular YouTube Channel. 

Cannabis applications lawyers and consultants that win

You’ve seen our cannabis lawyer on the internet, were referred to him by someone you know and trust, or you found him on YouTube or the podcast-verse. 

Now you can become a client of his and consult on your cannabis business venture. Talk with him now about your cannabis business. We cover:

Cannabis Business Lawyer

Cannabis business Law blog

Here you will find a ton of information on cannabis laws for each state, including how to open a dispensary and/or start a cannabis production facility in your state. Our information is updated almost daily and we always offer you the most current data available.

 

FAQ:Frequently Asked Questions for a Cannabis Lawyer

What is a cannabis law attorney?

A cannabis business lawyer is a type of attorney in a firm’s cannabis industry practice group who specializes in helping companies with their application for a cannabis license, or with the operations of how to perform the different aspects of the cannabis industry.

Cannabis lawyers can help draft contracts that are necessary for a cannabis business to operate legally in the cannabis industry.  The cannabis industry continues to be highly regulated, so companies need to have a good understanding of the law before they start operating.

At our esteemed cannabis law firm, with an office and special counsel in New York, we specialize in comprehensive cannabis law representation, navigating the complexities of New York State cannabis regulations with unparalleled expertise. As top cannabis law lawyers, our dedicated team is adept in the various practice areas of cannabis business law, from advising on the nuances of marijuana regulation to liaising with the Office of Cannabis Management. Our lawyers, recognized as some of the top marijuana lawyers in their state, provide meticulous and informed guidance to clients. We ensure that every aspect of New York cannabis law is carefully considered, offering bespoke solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client. Our cannabis law team, anchored is committed to delivering exceptional legal support to those navigating the evolving world of cannabis management.

A cannabis lawyer assists businesses with various legal aspects, including licensing, compliance with state and federal regulations, contracts, intellectual property protection, real estate transactions, and dispute resolution. They ensure your business operates within the legal framework of the cannabis industry.

A cannabis lawyer guides you through the licensing and permit application process, ensuring you meet all requirements and deadlines. They can also assist with renewals and help you maintain compliance with ongoing regulatory changes.

A cannabis lawyer guides you through the licensing and permit application process, ensuring you meet all requirements and deadlines. They can also assist with renewals and help you maintain compliance with ongoing regulatory changes.