Cannabis Attorney

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, a leading national law firm, seeks a Cannabis attorney with 4-6 years of experience to support our Miami or Ft. Lauderdale office.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated attorney seeking career growth. At Hinshaw, we are committed to professional development, offering comprehensive training, mentorship, and support to help you thrive and advance within the firm. You will be entrusted with significant responsibilities and a diverse, challenging caseload from the outset.

Position Requirements:

• Must be admitted to the Florida bar in good standing.
• The ideal candidate will have regulatory & administrative code experience in the cannabis industry, to include:
  • Advising cannabis industry clients on regulatory and administrative code requirements applicable to adult-use recreational and medical cannabis businesses.
  • Preparing, managing, and submitting cannabis license applications, renewals, amendments, and related regulatory filings before state and local agencies.
  • Representing corporate and business interests in connection with cannabis operations, entity structuring, governance, transactions, and ongoing compliance obligations.
  • Counseling clients on real estate regulations and requirements affecting cannabis facilities, including zoning, land use, leasing, site selection, permitting, and operational restrictions.
  • Monitoring changes in cannabis laws, regulations, agency guidance, and administrative procedures, and advising clients on business impacts and compliance strategies.
  • Coordinating with business owners, investors, landlords, regulators, and other stakeholders to support compliant cannabis business operations.
  • Drafting and reviewing legal documents, correspondence, policies, and agreements related to cannabis licensing, operations, real estate, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with a nationally recognized practitioner for a growing practice with national reach.
• A collaborative and dynamic environment that fosters professional growth.
• Hybrid work arrangements offer flexibility to work both in the office and remotely.
• A high level of responsibility and opportunities for advancement within an exciting, growing practice group.
• A culture that values work-life balance and encourages the integration of healthy personal and professional goals.
• Competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package to support your personal and professional well-being.

To apply, please submit your resume and an unofficial copy of your law school transcript. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA). We are committed to a workplace free of discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Note: This position is only open to direct applicants; it is not open to recruiter submissions.