Looking for a California cannabis business attorney or marijuana criminal defense lawyer? Cal NORML legal committee members are listed in this directory. Click on the listing name for further information about each legal firm.
Aaron Pelley
Aaron Pelley is a veritable celebrity in both his achievements as a lawyer, and advocate of cannabis business for over a decade. He been on the tip of the spear his entire career. He’ll greet any challenge you present to him with open arms.
Allison Margolin, Attorney at Law, Lobbyist
Specializing in criminal defense and water law. Author of Just Dope.
Anthony Curiale
Specializing in California Department of Tax and Fee Administration tax issues. 45 years of legal experience.
Bruce M. Margolin, Esq.
“The Dean of Cannabis Law” who has successfully defended more marijuana cases than probably any other attorney in the country, as well as thousands of clients on almost all other criminal matters. His services include local and state cannabis business licensing.
Cannabis Corporate Law Firm
Business, corporate and real estate attorneys catering to the California commercial cannabis industry. We specialize in licensing, compliance, transnational and corporate matters.
Chernis Law Group P.C.
Specializing in all cannabis-related legal defense (both criminal and administrative); permit applications from both local municipalities and the State, including SOP’s; entity formation and corporate governance matters; transactions and contracts between or on behalf of cannabis businesses; and regulatory compliance issues, such as packaging content and procedural manuals
Felix & Killen — Bryce Killen
Business formation, licensing, and applications.
International Cannabis Bar Association (INCBA)
INCBA is the largest and oldest cannabis bar association and the world’s leading resource for cannabis law education, with a robust CLE library updated regularly. Members enjoy free CLE, free and discount event tickets, business development, and discounts on services. Non-lawyer Allied Partners are welcome.
Karen Albence
Karen is a seasoned trial attorney that is skilled at resolving the unique legal challenges of the cannabis industry. She is committed to protect your business and defend your reputation.
Kristin Westphal
Kristin is a fierce litigator and has been named as a one of the best in numerous publications. Her enthusiasm for the ever changing landscape of cannabis litigation is matched by her compassion and loyalty to her clients.
Law Office of Robert Boyd
Lifetime member of NORML Legal Committee. Over twenty years experience as a prosecutor and defense attorney. Serving clients in Lake and Mendocino Counties and beyond. Office is located in beautiful downtown Ukiah California.
Law Offices of Glew & Kim
Experienced criminal and business attorneys who will vigorously defend you in your legal matter. You’ll benefit from our more than 30 years of combined legal experience. Specialists in medical marijuana, marijuana DUI, and narcotics defenses.
Law Offices of Omar Figueroa
More than 20 years of experience in cannabis law, with a focus on Business Transactions, Licensing/Permitting, Regulatory Compliance, and Intellectual Property. Senior Associate Attorney, Lauren Mendelsohn also serves on the Board of Directors of California NORML.
Law Offices of Randy Sue Pollock
Criminal offenses, forfeitures, fraud, and tax law.
San Francisco Office 415.392.5811
McElfresh Law
Cannabis Regulations, Licensing, Discipline Defense, and Criminal Defense
Michael E. Cindrich
Michael E. Cindrich is one of San Diego’s top recreational and medical marijuana attorneys. In 2009 he was nominated by San Diego City Council member Marti Emerald to be on San Diego’s Medical Marijuana Task Force.
Michel & Associates, P.C.
Specialists in employment law, municipal law, civil litigation, and criminal defense. We increasingly defend cannabis business clients facing employee labor law claims, which are becoming more common. Our attorneys will advise you on compliance best management practices and help you to respond to these claims.
Naulls Legal Group
The premier law firm for cannabis-based businesses representing entrepreneurs and organizations nationwide based out of the Inland Empire in Southern California. We are adept at navigating delicate cannabis compliance, legislation, bureaucratic challenges, and enforcement around the increasingly complex and heavily regulated cannabis laws.
Robert Raich
Business Expertise in: Compliance with cannabis-related state law and regulations, and local ordinances. Preparing cannabis-related applications for filing with state and local regulators. Business transactions, licensing and permitting. Structuring and creating business entities. Lobbying with political officials and administrative personnel.
S. Edward Wicker Attorney at Law
Wicker Law Group, based in San Diego, represents new and established cannabis businesses. Our expertise is focused on corporate compliance with the myriad of local, State and Federal laws concerning cannabis and hemp. Offering advice and representation concerning mergers and acquisitions, and licenses and permits.
Samuel D. Berns
Experienced in Criminal Law, DUI, drug charges, record cleanup, cannabis defense, local ordinance law, business setups, and licensing. Call today for a consultation!
Selna Partners LLP
We assist cannabis business across California, including cultivators, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. We are located in Oakland, but work with clients as far north as Humboldt, in the Central Valley to the east, and Santa Barbara and Los Angeles in Southern California.
Shay Aaron Gilmore
Business formation, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, commercial contract negotiation & drafting, state licensing & local permitting.
Timothy L. Alger, Alger Law APC
Cannabis regulatory advice and litigation, including representation of cannabis businesses in administrative appeals and state and local enforcement proceedings, and civil litigation involving intellectual property, free speech, and business disputes. Statewide practice with offices in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara.