Jim is a preeminent lawyer and a formidable force in the cannabis industry.  

Jim obtained the first Supreme Court opinion regarding the cannabis federalism dispute in Standing Akimbo v. United States on June 28, 2021. It was a Statement by Justice Clarence Thomas, cautioning that the Controlled Substances Act is likely unconstitutional as to state-legal cannabis. The press notes that Justice Thomas' Statement represents a "seismic shift" away from the legitimacy of federal cannabis prohibition. As a result of Jim's work and dedication "legalization is near".

Through his advocacy, obtaining "costs of goods sold" is now a constitutional right.  Slowly but surely Jim has eroded the force of Section 280E.  His continued advocacy has been a driving force in the success of cannabis business. 

Jim provides cost-effective legal representation for business. The focus of our practice is in the following areas:

• Federal, State and Local Cannabis Tax Law and Tax Controversy
• Regulatory and Licensing of Cannabis Business
• Litigation - emphasizing tax controvery, commercial litigation, in federal and state courts - emphasis in federal practice
• Appeals - extensive experience in both federal and state appellate courts- emphasis in federal practice
• Real Estate, Construction, and Land Use