Industries We Serve
Cannabis
Intellectual Property and Transactional Attorneys for Cannabis Entrepreneurs and Companies
Where cannabis meets business, we offer structural, transactional, and IP guidance from attorneys who understand the nuances of the cannabis industry.
Cannabis Legal Services Overview
Cannabis Branding & Ip Legal Advice
The interplay between cannabis brand protection and federal IP laws is still in its infancy stage. In the absence of clear direction or longstanding history, both the industry and the government are left to discover the rules and boundaries governing cannabis brands and products in real-time. Our attorneys have proven methods to help you ensure that your cannabis branding not only adheres to both federal and state laws but, most importantly, is protected from the competition.
Corporate & Transactional Support for Cannabis Companies
Cannabis businesses need high-quality corporate governance documents, vendor & distributor contracts, and customer-facing agreements to set a strong framework for the success of their business. We can help you successfully navigate the complex legal obstacles that come with doing business in the cannabis industry.
Attorneys Who Specialize in Strategic Cannabis Branding
From growers to distributors, those involved in the cannabis industry trust our attorneys for legal advice at every step in the supply chain. Our attorneys provide proactive and effective approaches to protect and manage the dynamic and ever-changing needs of businesses in this space, including areas like contract drafting and negotiations, understanding tax implications, and leveraging intellectual property.
Our Clients
Founders Legal is trusted by thousands of clients of various stages and sizes, including founders and startups, venture capital firms, SME’s, rapidly-growing companies, and global enterprises.
Specialty Legal Services
- Brand Protection Strategy
- U.S. & International Trademark Prosecution
- Strategic Planning & IP Portfolio Development
- Corporate Structure & Governance
- Vendor & Supplier Agreements
- Distribution Agreements
- Customer-facing Contracts
- Comprehensive Contract Drafting, Review, & Negotiation
- Personnel Agreements & Policies
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Cannabis Attorneys
Business Practice & Services
Data Privacy Practice & Services
Intellectual Property Practice & Services
Cannabis Attorneys and Practitioners
A. ED KHALILI
Partner, Attorney
Elizabeth Jones
Senior Counsel Attorney
Jeffrey A. Bekiares
Managing Partner, Attorney
Josh Slovin
Associate Attorney
Kennington Groff
Partner, Attorney
Melanie Lane
Associate Attorney
Zach Eyster
Partner, Attorney
What our Clients Say
Bob Scales
My experience with Zach was phenomenal. I brought him an infringement issue. He outlined the various plays from end to end and thoroughly explained the pros and cons. We mapped out a strategy and he executed. His approach was professional and aggressive. He prevailed and followed up to ensure compliance. What a great experience for a problem I thought was going to turn into a prolonged ordeal. Very competent and focused guy. Absolutely no reservations in recommending Zach to anyone.
Qencode
We’ve used Founders Legal for years to execute innovative strategies to support the complex legal needs of our global, technology-driven organization. We worked together to develop advanced solutions for some of our most complicated initiatives, spanning intellectual property, corporate law, employment & labor, privacy compliance, licensing, and acquisitions.
The Atlanta Blockchain
I have had a lot of success working with Founders Legal over the last couple years. Special thanks to Yuri and David for providing great service.
Codesmith
I have been working with Founders legal since 2017. Yuri has always provided me with guidance on all technical endeavors and general questions. He has gone above and beyond at times to answer “one off” questions for me in particular scenarios. He is one of the few counsels who are relational rather than purely transactional. That is a breath of fresh air. Highly recommend them.
Boomtown
Founders Legal is THE best legal firm in Atlanta. They work closely with their clients to provide excellent customer experience and ensure they understand and are comfortable with the legal process. I work with many startups and enterprises and I ALWAYS recommend Founders Legal. They’re simply the best in Atlanta because they care about you and your success.
WindPouch
The team at Founders Legal has helped me with all of my patent and trademark work since 2015. When I developed my last product WindPouch they took care of all of my patents and trademarks as well as helping to organize a team to defend it when needed. Yuri and Andrei are great and its been a pleasure working with them.
Go Global Law
I used this firm on many occasions, and I have sent them several clients who were super thank full for their great service. I will continue to use them in the future.
Voxie
Excellent law firm – enjoyed the process of working with Yuri and team on our IP strategy and execution. Would work with them time and time again!
Try Mining
Great Lawyers, not only helped us with obtaining a patent but also expanded our idea to make the patent even more valuable!
Singular Sound
Yuri and the team are very knowledgeable, hard-working and honest. They give excellent legal advice and look out for their clients’ long term interests even if it means suggesting less money spent on legal services
Kneezly LLC
I simply could not have asked for a better intellectual property law firm. I’ve been using Founders Legal for both my Patent and Trademark needs, and they have consistently exceeded my expectations. I can focus on starting and growing my new business while knowing the legal side of things are being taken care of by a very experienced and talented team. Communication is open and collaborative, their work is very thorough and of very high quality, and they really know how to make you feel like a valued client – especially new entrepreneurs like myself. They’ll go above and beyond to help your business succeed.
Shamrck
The team is incredibly knowledgeable about the nuances of starting a company and has been pivotal in helping us make the right decisions.
PrizePicks
As innovators in the Daily Fantasy Sports industry, Yuri & Founders Legal were great partners as we envisioned what the future would look like. While pioneering our niche at PrizePicks, we believed it would eventually become a competitive category while submitting our International Utility Patent in 2019, and by 2023, we were absolutely correct. With the space becoming more & more competitive by the year, our utility & design patents will grow in significance. We are eternally appreciative of the time the Founders Legal team spent with us to get it right as well as the time & conviction they had to see it through!
