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Cannabis

As the landscape of cannabis legalization evolves, businesses in this sector face unique legal challenges due to the divergence between state and federal laws. Our experienced team provides the clarity and guidance needed to navigate these complexities, ensuring your operations remain compliant and successful.
Scarinci Hollenbeck was one of the first in the region to establish a dedicated Cannabis Group and remains at the forefront of the industry.

Strategic Vision & Industry Expertise

Our attorneys have been involved in the cannabis space since its infancy and are deeply invested in the success of our clients and the overall cannabis industry. As the industry grows and becomes more competitive, the importance of sound legal guidance and practical business advice in the cannabis space will grow increasingly important.

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Our Approach

We advise entrepreneurs and businesses involved at every level of the cannabis supply chain, including cannabis cultivation, processing, distribution, and retail sale, as well as those that provide ancillary services to the industry. Since many cannabis businesses are also start-ups, we collaborate with the firm’s other practice groups to provide guidance on contracts, employment, intellectual property, insurance, financing, tax, and real estate matters.

Our practice is not limited to cannabis businesses. We also advise employers, municipalities, real property owners, banks, insurance companies, private equity firms, investors, and service providers about how local, state, and federal cannabis law may impact their operations.

Areas of Service

Strategic Vision & Industry Expertise

  • Our attorneys have been involved in the cannabis space since its infancy and are deeply invested in the success of our clients and the overall cannabis industry. As the industry grows and becomes more competitive, the importance of sound legal guidance and practical business advice in the cannabis space will grow increasingly important.

  • Our attorneys understand that cannabis businesses face obstacles that are unique to the industry. We are constantly advocating for legal and regulatory solutions that help even the playing field. We are also committed to helping the cannabis industry expand while also providing guidance regarding the emerging hemp, CBD, and psychedelics industries.

  • As industry insiders we have developed strong relationships with other key players, including regulators, trade organizations, investors, and vendors. Our cannabis attorneys stay continually informed on any changes to local, state, and federal cannabis laws and stand ready to help our clients quickly take advantage of new opportunities as they arise.

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  • WE advise cannabis industry clients on a myriad of issues, whether its obtaining a recreational cannabis license, negotiating a lease for a retail dispensary, or implementing banking and tax strategies. Our attorneys routinely provide legal guidance regarding:

    • Advertising, Marketing, and Branding
    • Business Operations
    • Data Privacy and Security
    • Entity Formation
    • Environmental Considerations
    • Federal, State and Local Tax Issues
    • Financing and Joint Ventures
    • Intellectual Property
    • Labor & Employment (employment contracts, employee handbooks, drug testing, and workplace policies)
    • Licensing (medical and recreational)
      Local Zoning and Permitting Requirements
    • Municipal Approvals
    • Real Estate Transactions
    • Regulatory Compliance

Our Cannabis Attorneys in Action

  • Scarinci Hollenbeck is proud of the success of our cannabis industry clients. Our client Roll Up Life, Inc. was named a 2022 Minority Business of the Year at the annual NJ Cannabis Insider awards ceremony. We advise the New Jersey-based cannabis company, which plans to apply for a license to operate as an adult-use cannabis delivery service, in a variety of areas including corporate, real estate, and strategic planning.

  • We are also proud to be active members of the cannabis industry. Our Cannabis Group members speak extensively on panels covering a variety of developments in cannabis law and serve on panels, roundtables, and committees addressing legal issues impacting the cannabis space. Partner and Cannabis Group Chair Daniel McKillop was named a 2018 Trailblazer in Cannabis Law by the National Law Journal. Mr. McKillop has served as an Executive member of the NJSBA Cannabis Law Committee since 2021, and in 2022he established and now co-chairs the NJSBA’s Psychedelic Law Subcommittee.

Attorneys in Action

Navigating the complex and evolving legal landscape of the cannabis, hemp, and CBD industries requires deep expertise. Our cannabis law attorneys provide the critical insight needed to address regulatory challenges, mitigate risks, and seize emerging business opportunities in this rapidly growing market.

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Daniel T. McKillop

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  • Little Falls, NJ
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Ronald S. Bienstock

Partner

  • Little Falls, NJ
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Robert E. Levy

Partner

  • Little Falls, NJ
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Robert A. Marsico

Partner

  • Little Falls, NJ
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Donald M. Pepe

Partner

  • Red Bank, NJ
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William C. Sullivan, Jr.

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  • Little Falls, NJ
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Fred D. Zemel

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  • Little Falls, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions

Different kinds of legal matters require attention from specialized areas of law. You can discover the firm`s practice groups or click here.or if you have no idea where to begin, call 201-806-3364, email info@sh-law.com or click here.

    The firm`s core practices include:

In addition, Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC offers a variety of niche, sub-practice groups you can learn more about here.

The firm has several office locations includingNew York, NYLittle Falls, NJRed Bank, NJWashington, D.C.

It depends on the nature of the matter. Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC represents clients around the world. We service our clients in a large variety of matters. In areas such as Intellectual Property, including trademark, copyright, or patent-related matters, we can service these requests regardless of where our clients are based. However, we predominantly handle legal matters whose jurisdiction is New Jersey, New York, the tri-state metropolitan area, and Washington, D.C. We also have attorneys who are licensed to practice in Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and other states. We recommend calling one of our dedicated staff members who can help identify if we have an attorney at the firm that can assist you. Feel free to reach out to us at 201-806-3364.

Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC routinely serves business owners, corporate entities, leaders, and operators of small businesses and Fortune 500 companies alike.

We are a general practice law firm that services businesses, corporations, and entities. We typically only represent people who own and operate these organizations. However, you are free to call our business development group at 201-806-3364 or email us at info@sh-law.com A member of our group can direct you to an attorney in our firm that may be able to assist.

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Why Choose Us?

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  • Dedicated attorneys

    At Scarinci Hollenbeck, our attorneys are forward-thinking professionals dedicated to the ongoing enhancement of their legal expertise. They stay informed of legal developments, engage in professional bar associations, contribute to legislative initiatives, and actively engage in speaking opportunities—all to provide the highest quality service possible.

  • Strategic Counsel

    In today's dynamic economy, businesses face complex challenges. We understand that these challenges require innovative, multi-faceted solutions. Through a collaborative, cross-practice approach, our attorneys leverage a wealth of experience across various legal disciplines to devise effective strategies tailored to meet our clients’ needs.

  • Proven Experience

    For over 35 years, Scarinci Hollenbeck has offered comprehensive legal services to businesses both locally and globally. Our attorneys draw on extensive industry knowledge, representing clients in sectors such as real estate, entertainment, technology, and energy. We take pride in the successful outcomes we consistently achieve.

  • Client-First Focus

    Our commitment to being a client-first law firm is rooted in open communication, meticulous attention to detail, and adaptability. We work closely with clients to ensure a transparent process, earning their trust through comprehensive guidance. This steadfast commitment is why clients continue to rely on us for their most complex legal challenges.

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