California's Cannabis and Hemp
Industries Deserve a Lawyer Who
Actually Knows Them.

Shay Aaron Gilmore counsels cannabis and hemp operators, investors, and entrepreneurs throughout California — from licensing and regulatory compliance to M&A, leases, and corporate structure. Top 20 California Cannabis Lawyer. Statewide practice.

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Shay Aaron Gilmore – California Cannabis Business Lawyer

About the Firm

Statewide Cannabis and Hemp Business Counsel – Unswerving Integrity

Shay Aaron Gilmore represents cannabis and hemp business and investor clients across California – from the North Coast and the Bay Area to Los Angeles, the Central Valley, and the Sierra Foothills. Involved with cannabis and hemp law and policy at the local, state, national, and international levels.

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Statewide representation for California cannabis and hemp businesses and investors.

Entity formation, governance, and corporate transactions for cannabis and hemp businesses.

Commercial Contracts
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating supply, distribution, licensing, and services agreements.

Cannabis-compliant commercial leases, land use entitlements, and property transactions statewide.

DCC licensing, permitting, and ongoing compliance across California’s cannabis and hemp supply chains.

Trademark registration, trade secret protection, and IP strategy for cannabis brands and products.

Investment structures, term sheets, and financing for cannabis investors and operators.

Employment agreements, HR compliance, and workplace policy for cannabis businesses.

Regulatory proceedings, agency advocacy, and government relations representation.

What Clients and Colleagues Say

Representing cannabis and hemp businesses, investors, and operators across California.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Law Office of Shay Aaron Gilmore represents cannabis retailers, dispensaries, delivery services, cultivators, manufacturers, distributors, hemp businesses, investors, and ancillary businesses throughout California — at every stage from startup through exit.
The practice is fully statewide. Shay Aaron Gilmore represents cannabis and hemp businesses throughout California — including the North Coast, Bay Area, Los Angeles, San Joaquin Valley, Sacramento, Central Coast, Sierra Foothills, and beyond. The office is in San Francisco, but the practice serves clients wherever they operate in California.
The firm handles all aspects of California cannabis and hemp licensing — including DCC retailer, cultivator, manufacturer, and distributor licenses, local permitting, compliance audits, Metrc track-and-trace compliance, and regulatory defense before the Department of Cannabis Control.
Yes. Cannabis-compliant commercial real estate requires specialized knowledge of both landlord-tenant law and cannabis regulations. The firm advises cannabis operators on commercial leases, land use entitlements, property due diligence, and real estate transactions across California.
The firm advises on mergers and acquisitions, equity financings, asset purchases, management buyouts, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions involving California cannabis and hemp companies.
The Law Office of Shay Aaron Gilmore offers a free initial consultation. After that, retainer arrangements are available. Contact the firm to discuss your specific needs.

Serving Cannabis and Hemp Businesses Across All of California

From San Francisco and the North Coast to Los Angeles, the Central Valley, Sacramento, and beyond, the Law Office of Shay Aaron Gilmore represents California cannabis and hemp businesses and investors statewide.

Cannabis and Hemp Law Insights

Updates on California cannabis and hemp regulations, DCC licensing changes, and industry news for operators and investors statewide

Ready to Talk About Your California Cannabis or Hemp Business or Investment?

Statewide representation for operators, investors, and entrepreneurs. Schedule a consultation today.