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Full-Time

Paralegal – Hybrid

Posted on 6/27/2024

Weedmaps

Weedmaps

501-1,000 employees

Online platform connecting cannabis consumers and businesses

Data & Analytics
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$38.46 - $43.26Hourly

Mid

Austin, TX, USA + 1 more

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree/equivalent and/or Paralegal certification
  • 3 years of paralegal experience, ideally in a law firm setting and/or in-house environment
  • Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information
  • Detail-oriented, highly self-motivated, self-starter, proactive and able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent written, oral and organization communication skills
  • Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Office, G-Suite and any practice-related software
  • Ability to adapt to and thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Agility and flexibility, able to shift among competing priorities and adapt quickly to new policies, processes, and technology/services
Responsibilities
  • Ability to assist in-house attorneys on a variety of legal matters, including compliance, litigation and also transactional matters
  • Responsible for tracking, coordinating and managing litigation matters, including third-party subpoena and search warrants. Review and collect, sort and prepare document productions, updating litigation calendars, preliminary drafting of discovery requests and related responses.
  • Assist with various internal projects (including tracking and coordinating, as needed) related to compliance (including internal company audits and annual reviews of various compliance programs), employment, litigation, intellectual property, data privacy, insurance and other legal matters, issues and/or process, as may be assigned
  • Prepare, review, organize and maintain legal filing system(s), including commercial agreements and templates and forms
  • Train company personnel regarding established Legal Departments processes and procedures, and otherwise act as a key liaison between the Legal Department and our internal business clients
  • Develop and improve processes related to the above and to help make the Legal Department more effective and efficient
  • Research relevant statutes, rulings and regulations and prepare related summaries and memos to be used as a basis for answering requests in response to internal legal inquiries
  • Assist with offensive and defensive intellectual property enforcement and brand protection matters
  • Provide administration support to the Legal Department
  • Assist with other duties that may be assigned

Weedmaps connects cannabis consumers, patients, retailers, doctors, and brands through its online platform. It provides a directory of marijuana dispensaries, delivery services, and cannabis products, making it easy for users to find what they need. The platform allows users to search for specific products based on cannabinoids like CBD and THC, catering to different preferences. Weedmaps operates on a marketplace model, generating revenue from subscription fees paid by businesses that list their products and from advertising services. This approach not only supports the businesses but also offers consumers valuable information and educational content about cannabis. Additionally, Weedmaps provides tools for businesses, such as point-of-sale systems and compliance software, to help them operate efficiently. The goal of Weedmaps is to serve as a comprehensive resource in the cannabis industry, facilitating connections between consumers and businesses.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$325M

Headquarters

Irvine, California

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-21%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Weedmaps' 'Best of Weedmaps' awards program highlights top-performing businesses, enhancing their visibility and credibility within the industry.
  • Partnerships with brands like Abstrax and media integrations with shows like 'The Freak Brothers' expand Weedmaps' influence and reach in the cannabis culture.
  • The platform's educational content and detailed product information empower consumers to make informed purchasing decisions, fostering customer loyalty.

What critics are saying

  • The rapidly evolving legal landscape of the cannabis industry could pose regulatory challenges for Weedmaps and its clients.
  • Intense competition from other cannabis marketplaces and local dispensaries may impact Weedmaps' market share.

What makes Weedmaps unique

  • Weedmaps offers a comprehensive directory of cannabis dispensaries, delivery services, and brands, making it a one-stop-shop for cannabis consumers and businesses.
  • The platform's dual revenue stream from subscription fees and advertising services ensures a steady income while providing value to both consumers and businesses.
  • Weedmaps' focus on compliance software and data analytics tools for businesses sets it apart by helping clients stay compliant with regulations and operate more efficiently.
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