During a contentious assembly late last month, New York’s Cannabis Control Board (“CCB”) approved emergency regulations limiting the amount of THC allowed in products containing potentially intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids and banning some cannabinoids altogether. Under the approved regulations, edible products must have a 15-to-1 ratio of CBD to THC and
As one of today’s most rapidly evolving industries, lawyers in the cannabis space must be experienced in licensing, operations, and employment issues, including drug testing. These issues vary by state, and navigating the legal landscape can be challenging. Led by shareholder Joshua S. Bauchner, the attorneys in our Controlled Substances and
Beginning September 27, 2023, the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Committee (“CRC”) will open three new adult-use cannabis license categories- Wholesaler, Delivery, and Distribution- in the Garden State. Ansell Law remains prepared to assist clients seeking to secure one of these new license types as opportunities in this exciting industry develop.
By Joshua S. Bauchner – With most Americans now living in states that have legalized adult-use cannabis, the federal foot-dragging on the removal of cannabis from the list of Schedule I controlled substances is more unsupportable, unsustainable, and illogical than ever. This classification means cannabis is considered to have no
Shareholder Joshua S. Bauchner and associate Kelsey M. Barber will present during the National Business Institute’s Marijuana Operations in New Jersey seminar. They will address critical human resources, labor, and employment issues affecting marijuana and cannabis businesses operating in New Jersey. Their session includes key considerations for hiring and training
By Josh Bauchner – Maligned, stigmatized, and marginalized for decades, psychedelic drugs have long been off-limits for researchers and others who wanted to explore the potential therapeutic uses of these substances for various conditions, including PTSD, depression, substance abuse, and anxiety. Now, in a significant step that offers the promise
Ansell Grimm & Aaron, PC congratulates shareholder Joshua S. Bauchner on his many achievements as co-chair of the New Jersey State Bar Association’s Cannabis Law Committee. Along with co-chair Lisa A. Gora, a partner at Epstein Becker & Green, Joshua led the Committee in making significant advancements, including: Hosting eight
The New Jersey State Bar Association recently welcomed new co-chairs of its Cannabis Law Committee. The Committee also announced vital new initiatives related to the cannabis industry which are being pursued in the 2023-2024 term. The committee was previously co-chaired by Ansell Grimm & Aaron shareholder Joshua S. Bauchner and
Ansell Grimm & Aaron is pleased to congratulate its latest client on securing a cannabis license from the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission. Mule Extracts LLC was awarded an Annual Class One Cultivator License. Our Controlled Substances and Regulatory Practice attorneys understand the complex laws related to the production, sale,
Establishing a retail cannabis facility in New Jersey is a long and complicated process. Although adult recreational cannabis use is now legal in New Jersey, local municipalities have their own regulations limiting or prohibiting recreational-use retailers. Before opening a retail location, recreational cannabis retailers must first successfully navigate through a complex and
