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Posted July 05, 2026

Cannabis Corporate Associate

Hodgson Russ LLP
Buffalo, NY Full Time
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Experience: 5 to 8 years in relevant cannabis law practice in the areas of corporate law, commercial transactions, and contracts.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in cannabis law or a strong interest in working within the industry.

  • Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and business acumen.

  • Preferred candidate has experience as lead attorney on several transactions in corporate law, with a focus on business transactions and demonstrated cannabis business transaction experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Represent cannabis clients in transactions, including entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, financing, and commercial agreements.

  • Draft and negotiate contracts, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and other corporate documents.

  • Conduct due diligence and risk assessment related to cannabis-related transactions.

  • Stay up to date on federal, state, and local cannabis laws and regulations.

  • Collaborate with other attorneys and industry professionals to provide comprehensive legal solutions.

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

  • Strong academic credentials.

  • Excellent technical, written, and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to work collaboratively with other practice areas to provide comprehensive solutions to clients.

Salary: $145,000 to $215,000

  • A competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401(k), Paid Time Off, pension plan, and more. At this time, the good faith estimate of the annual salary range for this position, if the successful applicant is based in Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, or New York City, is $145,000 to $215,000. Where a successful applicant is slotted within this range will vary based on legitimate criteria, such as experience and skill level. This range is not applicable to other locations.

To learn more about the firm, visit our website www.hodgsonruss.com.

Hodgson Russ LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, familial status, or any other legally protected basis. https://www.hodgsonruss.com/about-diversity.html

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