Business Counsel for our Cannabis and Hemp Community
Shay Aaron Gilmore is an attorney based in San Francisco and works exclusively with operators and investors throughout the legal California cannabis and hemp supply chains.
Trusted California Lawyer Serving the Cannabis and Hemp Economy
A trusted California cannabis and hemp business attorney who understands the industries’ complexities, Shay Aaron Gilmore specializes in legal counsel for and representation of cannabis and hemp businesses and investors across the state. With over 20 years of a proven track record, Shay Aaron Gilmore is a trusted cannabis and hemp lawyer serving San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, and Los Angeles with unswerving integrity.
Expertise Across California
Well-versed in California’s intricate cannabis and hemp laws and regulations, Shay Aaron Gilmore can navigate the legal landscape for you, whether you are a budding startup, an established enterprise, or an investor at any stage. The Law Office of Shay Aaron Gilmore can help you ensure compliance, protect your interests, and facilitate growth in the commercial cannabis and hemp markets across California.
Cannabis and Hemp Law Blog
California Marijuana Business Lawyer
Welcome to our blog section, where we bring you the latest legal news and insightful articles addressing the cannabis and hemp industry and movement.
Cannabis Arrests Again Surpassed 200,000 in 2023, Concentrated in U.S. South & Midwest
For the second year in a row, the FBI has reported that law enforcement made over two-hundred-thousand (200,000) arrests in the United States related to
California Local Jurisdictions Must Meet Ten Conditions to Implement “Cannabis Cafe” Law
Sponsored by Assemblymember Matt Haney (D – San Francisco), AB 1775, the “Cannabis Cafe” bill, goes into effect on January 1, 2025, and a number
Governor Newsom Signs Ten Cannabis Bills, Including “Cannabis Cafe” Bill, Into Law
Today, the last day for Governor Newsom to sign bills passed by both chambers in the 2024 California Legislative Session, Governor Newsom has now signed
Marijuana Rescheduling Means Federal Status Quo for Recreational Prohibition & FDA Approval
Even if the DEA reschedules marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), the federal ban on recreational cannabis will
Cannabis Arrests Again Surpassed 200,000 in 2023, Concentrated in U.S. South & Midwest
The Law Office of Shay Aaron Gilmore
At this law firm, each client receives not just personalized attention but an undivided duty of loyalty. An attorney dedicated to the expansion of access to reliably tested, environmentally responsible, and socially equitable cannabis and hemp, Shay Aaron Gilmore offers comprehensive legal strategies tailored not just to your business objectives but to the shared vision of our cannabis and hemp community.
And this firm’s expertise extends beyond local markets to the rapidly developing cannabis and hemp markets across the United States and around the globe. The Law Office of Shay Aaron Gilmore leverages a network of statewide, national, and international collaboration and leadership to deliver unparalleled legal counsel to the cannabis and hemp industries.
Contact The Law Office of Shay Aaron Gilmore today to schedule a consultation and experience the difference a dedicated and knowledgeable California cannabis and hemp lawyer can make for your business.
Cannabis and Hemp Law Leadership
Board of Directors Member
International Cannabis Bar Association
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Member
National Cannabis Industry Association
Cannabis Practitioners Group Chair
California Lawyers Association
Legislative Committee Member
California Cannabis Industry Association
Cannabis Law Section Co-Founder
Bar Association of San Francisco
Top Lawyer Awards
Northern California Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers® Magazine
Top 20 California Cannabis Lawyers
The Los Angeles/San Francisco
Daily Journal
Professional of the Year Award
The Claims & Litigation
Management Alliance
Top 200 Global Cannabis Lawyers
Cannabis Law Journal