Cannabis Law

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Cannabis Law Practice

Legalized cannabis in New York is a rapidly growing, evolving and highly-regulated industry, requiring an in-depth understanding of the regulations and how they impact our clients’ businesses and communities.

Our team of skilled and experienced government relations professionals and attorneys are at the forefront of cannabis legalization, helping clients grapple with regulations that safeguard both public safety and business enterprise. Our experience representing clients in highly regulated industries allows us to assist clients in the cannabis space as they navigate the complexities of these regulations.

Our team provides cannabis retailers, growers, distributors, processors, and investors practical and efficient advice regarding government relations, regulatory, litigation and real estate law.

The scope of our services includes:

Government Relations:

  • Political planning and advisory
  • Active monitoring of policy changed at all level of government
  • Lobbying services
  • Community engagement and education

 

Regulatory & Licensing:

  • Licenses to grow, process or dispense adult-use cannabis and medical cannabis
  • Assessment of business and individual risks under federal and state cannabis-related laws
  • Administrative matters pertaining to licensure

 

Corporate Law:

  • Corporate Formatting and Governance
  • Intellectual Property guidance including IP protection and licensing
  • Contract negotiation and drafting
  • Litigation and dispute resolution

 

Real Estate, Land Use, and Zoning:

  • Guidance throughout the process of commercial leasing or acquiring space
  • Assistance with land use and/or zoning applications

 

For more information on our cannabis practice or to discuss a venture or litigation matter, contact Cannabis Department Chair Steve Malito, at SAM@dhclegal.com — recognized as one of the top 200 global cannabis attorneys 2021/2022, click here for more information.

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CANNABIS INSIGHTS

 

CANNABIS NEWS

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Disclaimer: Using, possessing, distributing and/or selling non-hemp cannabis and cannabis-related products is illegal under federal law, regardless of certain state laws that decriminalize such activity. Businesses and individuals should be aware that compliance with state law does not assure compliance with federal law, and there is a risk that conflicting federal laws may be enforced in the future. Legal advice provided by Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP is designed to counsel clients regarding existing and/or proposed cannabis laws. No legal advice we give is intended to provide any guidance or assistance in violating federal law.

Attorneys and Professionals in this Practice Area

Chair

Steve Malito

Steve Malito

Partner, Chair - New York State Government Relations Group

P: 212-557-7200

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Attorneys

Howard S. Weiss

Howard S. Weiss

Senior Partner

P: 646-428-3271

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Arthur Goldstein

Arthur Goldstein

Partner, Chair - NYC Government Relations Practice

P: 646-428-3280

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Nick Antenucci

Nick Antenucci

Senior Counsel

P: 518-465-8230

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Nicholas T. Terzulli

Nicholas T. Terzulli

Senior Counsel

P: 646-428-3270

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Government Relations Professionals

Melissa Chapman

Melissa Chapman

Associate Director, Government Relations

P: 646-428-3118

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Bianca Rajpersaud

Bianca Rajpersaud

Associate Director, Government Relations

P: 646-428-3255

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Nicole L. Weingartner

Nicole L. Weingartner

Director, State Government Affairs

P: 646-428-3241

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Keith L.T. Wright

Keith L.T. Wright

Director, Strategic Planning

P: 646-428-3279

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Zack Fink

Zack Fink

Director of External Affairs

P: 646-428-3213

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