News & Insights
Feldman Legal Advisors Welcomes Dr. Jessica Steinberg as UK Associate
New York, NY, August 2025: Feldman Legal Advisors is delighted to announce that our law clerk, Jessica Steinberg, Ph.D., is now officially licensed to practice law in England and Wales, and has elevated her position with the firm to Associate based in London. Dr. Steinberg will continue working on behalf of clients across our cannabis, psychedelics, and corporate transactional legal practice.
June 2025 Newsletter
As the summer unfolds, we’re taking a moment to reflect with gratitude and excitement on the progress we’ve made, both personally and professionally. The movement for psychedelics and cannabis law reform continues to gain momentum, and we’re honored to be part of it alongside so many inspiring clients, collaborators, and advocates.
Teaching Business Law Makes Me A Better Lawyer
In his Law360 Expert Analysis article, David Feldman shares how teaching business law has made him a more effective and well-rounded attorney. Drawing from his experience in the classroom, David reflects on how the process of breaking down complex legal concepts for students sharpens his communication, deepens his subject mastery, and enhances client service.
Ohio Court Declares Cannabis Sale Contract Illegal, Highlights Ongoing Legal Risks
In a significant decision for the cannabis industry, a federal magistrate judge in Ohio recently dismissed a breach of contract suit involving the $5 million sale of a cannabis business, citing the federal prohibition against marijuana as the primary reason for the ruling. Consistent with a handful of other federal court rulings that have refused to enforce cannabis-related contracts due to the conflict with federal law, this decision underscores the ongoing legal risks for businesses operating in the cannabis space.
Courtney Barnes attends Texas Cannabis Policy Conference at Texas A&M
FLA Partner, Courtney Barnes, attended the Texas Cannabis Policy Conference at Texas A&M from September 12-14, 2024. She connected with thought leaders, advocates, and policymakers to discuss the evolving landscape of cannabis legislation in Texas.
Courtney Barnes attends World Business Leaders Cannabis Business Europe Conference
Courtney Barnes is currently in Frankfurt Germany representing Feldman Legal Advisors at the World Business Leaders Cannabis Business Europe Conference. Already having met with industry operators and policy advocates from Romania, Colombia, South Africa, Canada, and Germany, she reports that, “we are delighted to be here learning about international markets and to expand our global collaborative footprint.”
Courtney Barnes represents Feldman Legal Advisors at International Conference on Psychedelic Research
Feldman Legal Advisors’ Courtney Barnes represented the firm in the Netherlands at the International Conference on Psychedelic Research where she reconnected with some of the U.S.’s most influential thought leaders in psychedelic policy and science and met numerous creatives and researchers pushing the movement forward across the pond.
Feldman Legal Advisors Ranked as a Band 1 Psychedelics Law Firm by Chambers and Partners
Feldman Legal Advisors is proud to announce its recognition as a Band 1 Psychedelics Law Firm by Chambers & Partners. This prestigious accolade highlights our firm’s expertise and unwavering dedication to providing top-tier legal services in this evolving field of law. Being acknowledged by Chambers & Partners, a leading global authority in legal rankings, demonstrates the high standards we uphold and the impactful work we have accomplished.