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 operators and investors 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.
Lawmakers Introduce Bills to Address Online Marketplaces, Unlicensed Activities, and Excise Tax
Ahead of next week’s deadline to introduce bills in this legislative session, California lawmakers have put forward cannabis law reform measures aimed at online marketplaces,
Some California Cities See Retail Expansion While Most Jurisdictions Continue to Ban Retail Cannabis
Recently, several California cities have expanded, or have considered expanding, retail cannabis operations within their jurisdictional boundaries. For example, last month the City of Monterey
Local Jurisdictions Start 2025 with New Cannabis Rules, Plans, and Retail
California cities and counties have started the new year with changes to their cannabis rules and plans, and an expansion of retail access. This month,
Ninth Circuit Revives Property Owner Class Action Lawsuit Against Humboldt County
In a momentum-shifting decision, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has revived a landowner class action lawsuit challenging Humboldt County’s cannabis
Lawmakers Introduce Bills to Address Online Marketplaces, Unlicensed Activities, and Excise Tax
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
Cannabis Practitioners Group Chair
California Lawyers Association
Cannabis Law Section Co-Founder
Bar Association of San Francisco
Top Lawyer Awards
Top 20 California Cannabis Lawyers
The Los Angeles/San Francisco Daily Journal
Top 100 Northern California Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers® Magazine
Top 200 Global Cannabis Lawyers
Cannabis Law Journal
