Legal & Business Guidance for Hemp and CBD Companies

Navigating Michigan’s hemp and CBD laws can be challenging, with complex and often contradictory regulations at both the state and federal levels. At Oak Law, we provide comprehensive legal and business consulting services for CBD wholesalers, retailers, processors, and hemp producers, helping them stay compliant, mitigate risk, and position their businesses for long-term success.

Whether you’re launching a CBD retail store, producing hemp-derived products, or expanding into new markets, we offer strategic legal guidance tailored to the unique challenges of the hemp and CBD industries.

Comprehensive Legal Services for Hemp & CBD Businesses

As one of Michigan’s leading business and cannabis law firms, we assist clients with:

Licensing & Regulatory Compliance

✔ State & Federal Hemp Compliance – Ensuring businesses adhere to the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) and USDA regulations
✔ Hemp Licensing & Cultivation Permits – Guiding producers through licensing requirements for commercial hemp production
✔ Retail & Distribution Compliance – Advising businesses on where and how CBD can be legally sold in Michigan
✔ Product Labeling & Advertising Regulations – Ensuring CBD products comply with state and FDA guidelines

Hemp & CBD Business Structuring

✔ Entity Formation & Business Structuring – LLCs, corporations, and partnerships customized for hemp and CBD companies
✔ Operating Agreements & Investor Contracts – Protecting ownership interests and defining business relationships
✔ Supply Chain & Distribution Agreements – Drafting contracts for suppliers, distributors, and retailers

Risk Management & Legal Strategy

✔ Formal Legal Opinions on CBD Legality – Advising on legal sources of CBD and where it can be sold
✔ Defending Against Regulatory Actions – Protecting businesses from enforcement actions and product seizures
✔ Employment & Business Operations Compliance – Ensuring proper employee classifications and business tax compliance

Understanding Michigan’s Evolving Hemp & CBD Laws

The legal landscape for hemp and CBD is constantly changing, with new laws, advisory opinions, and regulatory updates affecting how businesses operate. Our firm has deep industry knowledge and has been at the forefront of helping CBD companies navigate these evolving laws.

In Michigan, the legality of CBD depends on multiple factors, including:
✔ The source of the CBD – Whether derived from industrial hemp or cannabis
✔ The type of business selling CBD – Some retailers may legally sell CBD while others cannot
✔ Product compliance with state and federal guidelines – Packaging, labeling, and THC content restrictions

We provide up-to-date legal advice to ensure that your business remains compliant and protected as regulations continue to shift.

Why Choose Oak Law?

✔ Industry Expertise – One of Michigan’s leading law firms for cannabis, hemp, and CBD businesses
✔ Proven Success in Business Law – A proven history of advising companies in highly regulated industries
✔ Full-Service Legal & Business Consulting – From licensing and compliance to contracts and strategic growth planning
✔ Transparent & Predictable Legal Fees – Flexible billing options tailored to your business’s legal needs

Whether you’re a CBD retailer, hemp producer, or distributor, we provide the legal knowledge and business strategy to help you succeed.

Get Expert Legal Guidance for Your Hemp or CBD Business

If you operate or plan to start a CBD or hemp business in Michigan, let our firm help you navigate the complexities of the industry with confidence.