Michael F Schaff

June 12, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

"After nearly 55 years, it appears the federal government is catching up with the times and will recognize that marijuana has an accepted medical use," write Michael F. Schaff and Jennie M. Miller.

By Michael F. Schaff and Jennie M. Miller

7 minute read

January 26, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

The primary reason that ethical issues arise when an attorney is representing a client in the cannabis industry stems from the fact that cannabis remains federally illegal.

By Michael F. Schaff and Seth Tipton

7 minute read

December 21, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

For this December issue of our cannabis law column, we asked Christopher Riggs, chief counsel of the NJ-CRC, to respond to some questions that would (i) provide insight into the operations of the NJ-CRC, (ii) highlight the key developments in 2023, (iii) provide some helpful pointers to attorneys practicing in the cannabis field, and (vi) provide a preview of what is to come in 2024.

By Michael F. Schaff and Jennie M. Miller

6 minute read

October 26, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

On Sept. 8, 2023 the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (the CRC) introduced proposed guidelines to allow additional ingestible forms of cannabis products in the medical and recreational cannabis markets, including cannabis-infused beverages, baked goods, candies, gummies, butters, jams, jellies and chocolates.

By Michael F. Schaff and Jennie M. Miller

4 minute read

May 30, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Even though New Jersey has legalized the regulated sale, recreational use and possession of cannabis for adults 21 years and older by way of the Cannabis Regulatory Enforcement Assistance and Marketplace Modernization Act (CREAAMA), cannabis businesses do not receive the same tax benefits afforded to any other business in the state.

By Michael F. Schaff and Jennie M. Miller

3 minute read

March 27, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

While it's unclear whether the act as written will become law in New Jersey, it will likely serve as the foundation of a future statutory and regulatory psilocybin program in the state. As such, the act merits an in-depth review and analysis in its current state.

By Joseph M. Shapiro, Michael F. Schaff and Daniel T. McKillop

10 minute read

March 01, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

This article explores the proposed legislative framework to operate a consumption lounge in the state, and sets forth some of the anticipated, potential issues that may arise as these lounges become operational.

By Michael F. Schaff and Jennie M. Miller

5 minute read

January 03, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Obtaining a conditional, or temporary, cannabis license is a feat, but the applicant should know that converting the conditional license to an annual license is another hurdle the applicant must clear, provided they understand the MLUL.

By Michael F. Schaff and Jennie M. Miller

6 minute read

November 01, 2022 | New Jersey Law Journal

President Joe Biden announced the mass pardon of anyone convicted of simple marijuana possession on Oct. 6, marking an important moment for cannabis legalization in the United States.

By Michael F. Schaff and Natalie Moszczynski

6 minute read

August 03, 2022 | New Jersey Law Journal

Multistate operators must remain current on updates to the IRS tax code, as well as state and municipal taxes applicable to their cannabis businesses.

By Michael F. Schaff and Natalie Moszczynski

6 minute read