NY’s Cannabis Law Firm Mandelbaum Barrett PC Launches Resource Center for New York’s Hemp and Alternatives Community

Mandelbaum Barrett PC Launches Resource Center for New York’s Hemp and Alternatives Community

Editor’s note: We recently featured an article by this firm’s lead attorney on the case against the closing of multiple shops around the city who were not involved in any illegal activity.  Instead, they were selling federally regulated and licensed CBD, which has no psychoactive component and can treat various health conditions including childhood seizures.  The Supreme Court in New York has sided with the shops, ordering them reopened.  The City newspaper also featured a discussion about how this cannabis shop situation was exacerbated by predatory lending agreements, leading politicians to call for an investigation. 

New York, NY – Mandelbaum Barrett PC, a full service law firm, has jointly launched an advocacy and resource organization serving the hemp and alternatives industries throughout New York State. New York Advocates for Hemp and Alternatives (“NYAHAA”) is a membership-only association that offers:

Expert Legal Updates that allow members to stay informed about essential changes in legislation affecting the hemp industry.

Proactive Advocacy through lobbying aimed at creating a fair regulatory environment.

Access to Comprehensive Industry Research and reports to make informed business decisions.

Opportunities for Professional Networking to foster partnerships and growth within the hemp and cannabis industries.

Educational Resources, including training materials, to enhance members’ industry knowledge and skills.

Exclusive Members-Only Workshops for learning and networking opportunities.

“Created for growers, retailers, and ancillary businesses within the hemp industry, NYAHAA is a first-of-its kind resource in New York State for the rapidly-growing hemp sector that has historically been misunderstood and is navigating evolving regulatory, legal, and business terrain,” explains Joshua S. Bauchner, a partner and Chair of the Cannabis, Hemp & Psychedelics practice at Mandelbaum Barrett in New York. “Our mission is to empower New York’s hemp and alternatives community so that they can grow their businesses and advocate for change.”

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Bauchner has significant experience working with New York’s hemp industry. Most recently, he represented a group of State-licensed hemp operators subjected to warrantless, armed raids. Bauchner’s clients in Smoke n Save LLC, et al. v. NYS CCB, et al., Index No. 908421-24 prevailed when a Court decided that these raids were unconstitutional in violation of the Fourth Amendment (which prohibits searches and seizures conducted without a warrant). These raids had been part of a dragnet targeting unlicensed marijuana stores, but licensed hemp retailers – often small family-owned businesses – were being targeted.

“My hope is that a united front fostered by NYAHAA will strengthen public awareness and education about hemp, dispelling myths and create a more receptive market,” Bauchner added.

To join NYAHAA, visit: Join us today and take advantage of these valuable resources!

About Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Mandelbaum Barrett PC is a full-service law firm serving both personal and business clients. Recognized as one of the Northeast region’s premiere full-service law firms by U.S. News & World Report, with nearly 30 practice areas and over 100 attorneys, the firm and its attorneys have been recognized by clients and peers alike in The Best Lawyers in America©, Chambers USA, and New Jersey Super Lawyers. Mandelbaum Barrett is headquartered in Roseland, N.J., with offices in Edison, Eatontown, Elizabeth, and Lyndhurst, New Jersey, as well as New York City, Denver, and Boca Raton, Florida. For more information, visit www.mblawfirm.com.

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Joshua S. Bauchner Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Joshua S. Bauchner serves as the chair of the Cannabis, Hemp and Psychedelics Practice Group and is a partner in the Litigation, Bankruptcy, Landlord/Tenant, Construction, and Employment practice groups. He brings a depth of experience and dedication to his practice, where he is involved in complex commercial and securities litigations, class actions, and bankruptcy-related matters. He also successfully handles numerous appeals in state and federal court. His areas of specialization include: enforcement of commercial contracts such as lease agreements, guaranties, purchase and sale contracts, and commission agreements; litigation of partnership disputes; class action prosecution and defense; claims originating from insurance coverage denials; employment litigation including FLSA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII, and analogous state law claims; and defense against commercial landlord/tenant and foreclosure actions.