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Clients interested in operating a plant-touching cannabis business must be aware of the diverse roles available within the industry .
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Capehart Scatchard By Alana M . Hans-Cohen , Esq ., Cannabis Law Group
With cannabis completely changing the landscape in New Jersey , Capehart Scatchard has been focusing on the impact the new cannabis legislation has on those wishing to participate in this new industry . Because of the highly regulated nature of the cannabis industry , it is important that clients interested in operating a plant-touching cannabis business are aware of the diverse roles available within the industry . Explaining the differences between the types of licenses available , what municipalities have banned cannabis operators and what those licenses require can help educate clients on all the complexities involved in opening and operating a cannabis business and ensure their thoughtful and strategic success . Cannabis businesses are required to submit an application for licensing to operate with the state – a multi-layered and often arduous process . As such , to help prepare my clients ’ new business opportunities , I have advised them to lay the groundwork for their application now by finding real estate , meeting with municipal leaders , writing an operating plan and building their team to help demonstrate why they should be chosen . The more thoroughly and thoughtfully prepared the materials are , the better the chances are in submitting a winning application .
Dunn Lambert , L . L . C . By Peter E . Lembesis , Esq .
While New Jersey ’ s burgeoning cannabis industry presents an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs , it also brings its own unique set of challenges . In particular , New Jersey ’ s legislation legalizing recreational cannabis enables municipalities to “ opt out ” of the cannabis market , which a number of
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