Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in San Rafael, CA
Founded in 1997, Scot Candell & Associates has been dedicated to challenging systemic legal injustices while providing personalized legal representation. Our firm specializes in navigating complex legal landscapes, including cannabis law, civil litigation, and criminal defense, with a focus on empowering clients through education and advocacy. With over 25 years of experience, we combine relentless work ethic with deep industry expertise to deliver tailored solutions for individuals and businesses across California.Our team maintains active involvement in community organizations and industry groups, ensuring our practice remains at the forefront of legal innovation while upholding the highest standards of client service.
Services
Business Law
Cannabis Law
Civil Litigation
Criminal Defense
Labor Law
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 26 years of experience in California legal advocacy
- Our team provides personalized guidance for complex legal matters
- We maintain transparent fee structures and payment options
- Our attorneys actively participate in legal education and community leadership
- We deliver results-driven representation in cannabis law specialization
What people say
Amazing people and service
Saved my life
Instrumental in resolving issues
Best attorney around
Thorough and transparent
Services
Cannabis Law
Our cannabis law practice provides comprehensive legal guidance for California's evolving medical and recreational marijuana industry. We assist clients with licensing, compliance, business formation, and land use issues while maintaining active engagement with regulatory developments. Our team's deep understanding of both state and local regulations helps cannabis businesses navigate complex legal requirements while minimizing operational risks.
Criminal Defense
We provide aggressive defense representation for clients facing criminal charges across California. Our practice covers DUIs, drug offenses, violent crimes, and white-collar crimes with a focus on minimizing consequences through strategic defense planning. With over 25 years of courtroom experience, we combine legal expertise with personalized advocacy to protect clients' rights and futures.
Business Law
Our business law services support companies from formation through growth and expansion. We provide corporate structuring, contract negotiation, capital raising strategies, and dispute resolution tailored to both traditional businesses and cannabis industry clients. Our collaborative approach with accounting professionals ensures optimal tax treatment for business transactions.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in civil litigation matters including business disputes, real estate conflicts, and insurance claims. Our approach combines thorough case preparation with strategic negotiation to achieve favorable outcomes. The firm's litigation experience spans multiple industries with a focus on protecting client interests through both courtroom advocacy and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Labor Law
Our labor law practice helps employers navigate California's complex employment regulations. We provide compliance training, policy development, and dispute representation covering wage laws, workplace safety, and employee classification. Through proactive compliance audits and customized solutions, we help businesses minimize legal risks while maintaining productive work environments.
People
Scot Candell
Managing Partner
With over 25 years of legal experience, Scot Candell specializes in cannabis law and criminal defense. He graduated from UC Berkeley Boalt Hall School of Law and represents clients in state and federal courts across California while maintaining active community involvement.
Jeanne Friedel
Director of Operations
Jeanne brings 25+ years of operational leadership experience, managing firm operations and client relations. Her background includes event coordination for major community organizations and leadership roles in local Rotary chapters.
Jeremy Paul
Paralegal
Jeremy provides legal support with expertise in document preparation and case management. He brings specialized knowledge of California's legal procedures and a commitment to detailed, client-focused service.
Questions
What areas of law does Scot Candell & Associates specialize in?
We specialize in cannabis law, business litigation, criminal defense, civil litigation, and labor law, with particular expertise in California's evolving cannabis regulations.
How does the firm handle cannabis business compliance?
We provide comprehensive compliance services including licensing assistance, regulatory guidance, and operational compliance for cannabis businesses across California.
What experience does the firm have with criminal defense cases?
With over 25 years of experience, we handle all levels of criminal charges including DUIs, drug offenses, and white-collar crimes with proven success.
How can businesses benefit from your labor law services?
We offer compliance training, policy development, and dispute representation to help employers navigate California's complex labor regulations.
What makes your business law services unique?
Our business law practice combines corporate formation guidance with specialized cannabis industry expertise and strategic tax planning partnerships.
