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  • Thorough Cannabis Business Guidance

    As the cannabis industry matures, your business must stay in compliance with evolving state and local marijuana laws and business regulations.

  • Comprehensive Cannabis Patents

    You can protect your cannabis intellectual property, including plant strains, synthetic compounds, and production or extraction processes through patents.

  • Aggressive Drug Charge Defense

    Prosecutors may try to charge you with drug crimes even if you are legally in possession of marijuana, paraphernalia, or other cannabis products.

Medical marijuana and recreational cannabis use is expanding across the country, cannabis businesses are thriving, and many states are changing the related criminal laws in ways that may be very tricky for both businesses and consumers. An experienced cannabis law firm can help you avoid criminal charges, stay in compliance with your state's regulatory scheme, and establish a cannabis business that will succeed.

Cannabis Lawyers

At Leaf Legal, P.C., we handle all aspects of cannabis law, from criminal defense to business formation. Our clients come to us to protect their intellectual property, help navigate their state's regulatory scheme, and to avoid civil penalties or criminal liability.

Cannabis Business Law

Without the proper licenses and insurance in place, a new cannabis business could be shut down, causing owners to lose their entire investment. The legal cannabis industry is growing, evolving, and highly-regulated. In order to succeed, it is a must that participants are aware of and adhere strictly to each state's regulatory scheme, especially given the reality that marijuana is illegal under federal law for all purposes. Our cannabis business law practice includes:

  • Cannabis Business Licensing
  • Regulatory Scheme Compliance
  • Cannabis Patent Law
  • Cannabis Trademark Law
  • Cannabis Business Banking
  • Cannabis Business Insurance
  • Cannabis Revenue Taxation
  • Cannabis Business Zoning
  • Landlord/Tenant Disputes between Property Owners and Cannabis Businesses
  • Asset Seizure and Civil Forfeiture of Property of Cannabis Industry Participants
  • Employer's Duty with regard to Legal Cannabis Use and Medical Marijuana Employees
  • Personal Injury Under the Influence of Legal Cannabis

Marijuana Crimes

Marijuana crimes continue to be among the most common criminal charges. Though attitudes towards marijuana use are changing, some district attorneys are still coming down hard on anyone caught with marijuana, even if it is for medical use. Without the proper licensing in place, dispensaries, wholesalers, and growers can face criminal charges. Our criminal defense practice includes:

  • Defending Individuals and Cannabis Businesses Against Drug Charges
  • Expunging Marijuana Arrest Records
  • Post-Conviction Litigation of Drug Charges

Contact Leaf Legal, P.C.

With constantly changing legislation and regulations, it is important to have an experienced attorney at the forefront of the legalization movement. At Leaf Legal, P.C., we handle all types of cannabis legal assistance. From business formation to regulatory scheme compliance, we can help. Contact Leaf Legal, P.C. today.

 

Smart, Comprehensive Cannabis Law Representation

Practice Areas

LICENSING & COMPLIANCE

The legal cannabis industry is growing, evolving, and highly-regulated. To succeed, it is a must that participants are aware of and adhere strictly to each state's regulatory scheme, especially given the reality that marijuana is still illegal under federal law for all purposes.

PATENT & TRADEMARK

If you have developed a new strain of cannabis, created a novel cannabis-related product, or devised a new technique, you may want to consider seeking a federal patent to protect your intellectual property. Contact Leaf Legal, P.C. to learn how we can help you protect your cannabis-related creations.

CANNABIS BUSINESS ZONING

To operate your cannabis business, you must have the required permits and must meet all zoning requirement. Our lawyers will assist you with all pertinent land-use and zoning matters.

LANDLORD/TENANT

Cannabis businesses who do not own the real property are sometimes targeted by landlords who want to evict these businesses. If you are a target, lawyers at Leaf Legal, P.C. will advocate your rights.

CANNABIS INSURANCE

The cannabis industry is just taking off and the risks are high; you need adequate insurance coverage for your cannabis business. Leaf Legal, P.C. helps you obtain it.

CANNABIS REVENUE TAXATION

Though cannabis businesses operate legally on a state-specific basis, § 280E of the federal tax code denies all deductions incurred in connection with business trafficking in a Schedule I controlled substance, regardless of state law. Our lawyers can assist with all your tax matters.

PERSONAL INJURY UNDER THE INFLUENCE

Cannabis businesses and owners may be exposed to liability for personal injuries sustained by others under the influence of marijuana or injuries sustained by third parties. Leaf Legal, P.C. defends businesses against personal injury claims.

DRUG ARRESTS

Even when marijuana is legal for medicinal and recreational purposes, you can still be arrested or fined. We defend against drug charges and aggressively seek to expunge inaccurate or unfair records.

CIVIL FORFEITURE

Unfortunately, for many business owners operating a legal cannabis business, their property may be seized by law enforcement or other government actors. When this happens, you need experienced lawyers. Leaf Legal, P.C. can help.

The Truth About the Risks

Know for sure whether your business is in compliance with state and local cannabis regulations.

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