Cannabis Law

Since 2013, Cole Schotz has guided clients through the cannabis industry's evolving legal and regulatory landscape, placing the firm at the forefront of the East Coast market.

Our diverse client base of plant-touching and ancillary businesses spans the full spectrum of industry participants, including cannabis operators, hemp and CBD businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, and high-net-worth individuals. From licensing and regulatory compliance to risk management and governmental affairs, we help address the complex legal challenges associated with operating and investing in the cannabis sector. Our experience extends beyond the Northeast to include multi-state operators with licensed cannabis businesses throughout the United States.

To meet the industry’s diverse needs, our practice brings together attorneys across multiple disciplines, including corporate, employment, environmental, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, securities, and tax law. This approach enables strategic counsel that addresses both day-to-day business needs and long-term growth objectives.

Our team supports clients across a range of cannabis-related transactions and operational matters, including licensing strategies, municipal and regulatory approvals, commercial agreements, real estate acquisitions and leasing, and business growth initiatives. We also assist clients as they evaluate growth opportunities, structure business relationships, and address ongoing operational considerations.