Chirali Patel

Chirali Patel

July 23, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal

Constitutional Challenges to Pot Licensing Residency Requirements: Will They Impact NJ?

A look at the issues underpinning two recent lawsuits brought against Missouri and Maine by non-resident applicants seeking cannabis licensure in states with durational residency requirements.

By Lisa Gora and Chirali Patel

8 minute read

July 08, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal

NJ's Framework for Social Equity Within the Adult-Use Recreational Cannabis Industry

This article explores the initiatives the Garden State has taken to ensure access for such individuals who have ambitions of participating in the new regulated industry, and the plans in place to award recreational cannabis licenses to the historically disadvantaged groups.

By Chirali Patel and Lisa Gora

9 minute read

July 10, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

Hemp Businesses in NJ Poised to Grow Tall and Strong

A primer on New Jersey's new Hemp Program, through which hemp growers, producers and retailers alike may capitalize on new hemp-based business opportunities in the Garden State.

By Lisa Gora and Chirali Patel

6 minute read