Cannabis Litigation Attorney Jobs

Here at Cultiva Law, PLLC we have a different culture than most corporate law firms. We strive to be the kind of employer that gives our employees flexibility in their working hours and a work-life balance you will not find at most law firms. We believe it is possible to have a rewarding career that does not prevent you from having a healthy personal life.

We are seeking an eager and passionate Litigation Attorney to join our Portland, OR office. This attorney will support the managing attorney for the Portland office doing litigation work related to business and regulatory disputes associated with the cannabis industry and will work collaboratively with other members of the Cultiva offices in Washington, Oregon and California to analyze new business, assist with current client workload, and to help grow the firm’s presence.

Outstanding writing skills and proven litigation experience, up through trial are a prerequisite and this attorney must be able to make and communicate difficult decisions, handle multiple complex situations, and produce high quality work while advocating for our clients under time pressure and during disputes. We are responsible for helping our clients solve exciting business and regulatory challenges in a rapidly growing, constantly changing, emerging market and are seeking someone who is excited to learn and grow with the industry.

Qualifications

• Oregon Bar license (required)
• Interest or experience in Cannabis Law
• Litigation experience, drafting pleadings, managing files, depositions, arbitrations and trial
• Exceptional writing (writing sample required) and communication skills
• Legal Research, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead initiatives, a person who can work independently but also knows how to work well with others as part of a team
• A high level of professionalism and outstanding business judgment

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary based on experience and qualifications
• Generous PTO package
• Bus pass or parking
• Health insurance after first of the month following 60 days

Please submit your resume and writing sample plus cover letter explaining why you want to work in the cannabis industry.

*This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. Cultiva Law, PLLC reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. This position is “exempt” under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, OR: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Veteran litigator seeks attorney to assist with construction, real estate and business litigation. Work will also include cannabis law in MN, WI, SD and MI; minnesotacannabislaw.com.

Flexible hours. Remote work allowed.

Generous salary commensurate with experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Self-determined schedule

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55407: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• license to practice law in Minnesota (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN 55407

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MICHAEL N. FEUER

LOS ANGELES CITY ATTORNEY

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY - CANNABIS ADVICE, LAW & LITIGATION SECTION (CALLS)

MUNICIPAL LAW BRANCH

SALARY RANGE: $107,991 - $206,524

https://www.lacityattorney.org/careers

POSITION: Attorney in the Cannabis Advice, Law and Litigation Section of the Municipal Law Branch (CALLS).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: CALLS attorneys serve as counsel to the Department of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) and the Cannabis Regulation Commission, which are involved in the licensing and regulation of commercial cannabis activity in the City of Los Angeles, including retail sales, cultivation, and manufacture of cannabis for medicinal and adult recreational use. CALLS attorneys also interface with other City departments including the Los Angeles Police Department, the Los Angeles Fire Department, the Department of Building & Safety and the Planning Department, as well as counsel for those departments. The attorneys’ duties include providing advice and support on a range of matters related to cannabis licensing and regulation, drafting ordinances and regulations, assisting DCR in developing public-facing information and resources, representing DCR in administrative hearings before hearing officers and the Cannabis Regulation Commission, and handling related civil litigation, including writ proceedings, in state and federal court. CALLS attorneys also assist in handling subpoenas and public records requests and staffing the Cannabis Regulation Commission during public meetings governed by the Brown Act.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants for this position must have a license to practice in all California state courts and the United States District Court for the Central District. Additional requirements include:

· Minimum three years of civil litigation experience in federal and state courts;

· Demonstrated research and writing skills in complex areas of the law;

· Demonstrated ability to problem solve, and to make decisions practically and independently; and

· Strong oral communication skills.

The following qualifications are desirable:

· Minimum three years of experience providing legal advice to public agencies and/or regulatory agencies;

· Knowledge of local and state cannabis law;

· Knowledge of the City Charter, Brown Act, Public Records Act and conflict of interest laws;

· Ability to litigate cases with minimal supervision;

· Experience litigating civil writ proceedings, including ordinary mandate and administrative mandate (CCP §§ 1085 and 1094.5, respectively);

· Experience with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);

· Experience with administrative hearings; and,

· Experience in drafting local ordinances.

WRITING SAMPLE: Candidates are required to submit a recent writing sample which they personally authored, which may be a recent brief, report, or legal research memo.

PROBATION: Appointment to these exempt positions (non-Civil-Service) will be subject to a two-year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the two-year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.

COVID-19 VACCINE REQUIREMENT: For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST: This position is designated Category 2, on the Conflict of Interest Code.

APPLICATION: Attorneys interested in applying should submit a resume, writing sample, and cover letter specifying “DCA – CALLS” in ONE (1) merged pdf file via email only to atty.recruit @ lacity.org.

Recruitment is ongoing until position is filled.

Selected applicants may be invited to interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $107,991.00 - $206,524.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Vaccine mandate for all employees.

Application Question(s):

• A cover letter and writing sample are required.

License/Certification:

• license to practice law in all California courts? (Required)

Work Location: One location

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