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KTNB - In-House Counsel (Mergers & Acquisitions / Cannabis Regulatory) Company: KTNB Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Executive Leadership Position Overview KTNB is a cannabis holding company engaged in the ownership, acquisition, licensing, branding, and operation of cannabis assets across multiple U.S. states. The In-House Counsel will serve as a strategic legal partner to executive leadership, supporting mergers and acquisitions, partnership structures, brand and IP licensing, and complex multi-state cannabis regulatory compliance. Mergers & Acquisitions • Lead legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and asset purchases. • Draft and negotiate LOIs, purchase agreements, and closing documents. • Conduct and oversee legal due diligence for target companies and licenses. • Coordinate with external counsel and advisors during transactions. Partnerships, Branding & Licensing • Draft and negotiate partnership and joint venture agreements. • Oversee brand and intellectual property licensing agreements. • Advise on brand expansion strategies while mitigating regulatory risk. Cannabis Regulatory & Compliance • Advise on cannabis regulatory compliance across multiple states. • Support licensing applications, renewals, and ownership changes. • Develop internal compliance frameworks and SOPs. Multi-State Ownership & Corporate Governance • Advise on multi-state ownership structures and entity governance. • Support holding-company structuring and subsidiary compliance. • Manage corporate documentation and governance matters. Qualifications • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. • Active license and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. • Strong drafting and negotiation skills. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Work Location: Remote