Law
On May 7, 2025
A.Y. Strauss, a Livingston-based law firm, has launched its new cannabis practice. The firm has appointed cannabis attorney Jennifer Cabrera as partner to lead the expansion. Cabrera is joined by Kate Monroe, an project manager and cannabis licensing specialist.
Together, Cabrera and Monroe bring nearly two decades of experience in cannabis law to A.Y. Strauss. Previously, Cabrera led the New Jersey branch of one of the nation’s most prestigious cannabis law firms, where she and Monroe successfully won dozens – if not hundreds – of cannabis licenses for their clients across New York, New Jersey, and beyond. Cabrera’s focus is on providing expert, client-focused guidance across various aspects of cannabis law, including regulatory compliance, land use permitting, M&A, and fundraising.
“Our firm’s mission is to grow alongside the needs of our clients, and that includes building practices that reflect emerging areas of law. To do so, we recruit exceptional legal professionals who share our values and commitment, and we are very excited to welcome Jennifer as a Partner. Her expertise and advocacy work will be key as we expand this area of our practice and support our clients in navigating the complexities of cannabis law and policy,” said Aaron Strauss, managing partner of A.Y. Strauss.
Cabrera states, “My goal is to help cannabis business owners succeed in the regulated market. From working with the New Jersey CRC and New York OCM, to building bridges with their local community and labor union, to raising money or selling your business, success in the cannabis industry means being a sophisticated and reliable partner. Joining the team at A.Y. Strauss allows me to bring even more resources to my clients, with a deep bench of talent in areas like real estate, corporate transactions, litigation, labor and employment, and more. My mission since I represented my first client in the cannabis industry in 2014 remains the same: to support my clients, offer guidance, and help them move forward with clarity and confidence.”
The new Cannabis Practice at A.Y. Strauss will offer comprehensive services, including:
- Commercial leasing and real estate transactions
- Commercial transactions and contracts
- Financial services and guidance
- Government relations and policy advocacy
- Labor and employment counsel
- Licensing and permitting
- Litigation and dispute resolution
- Regulatory compliance
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