About David
David Feder has built a practice at the intersection of state regulation and a rapidly changing industry. His work sits where law, business and local politics meet. He is a lawyer who focuses on the practical steps clients need to stay compliant and to operate within new regulatory frameworks.
After completing his legal education, Feder gained admission to practice in New Jersey and in New York. Those two jurisdictions shape much of his day-to-day work. Licensing rules, municipal ordinances and enforcement priorities vary between them. Feder navigates those differences for clients who need clear answers rather than legal theory.
Feder’s career has centered on cannabis-related matters. He handles licensing applications, administrative proceedings and regulatory compliance counseling. He also counsels businesses on transactional issues that arise as cannabis operators form partnerships, lease property and negotiate vendor contracts. His work often requires coordinating with state regulators, local officials and business stakeholders to achieve outcomes that meet legal requirements and business realities.
In practice, Feder combines detailed attention to regulatory text with a readiness to address practical business questions. He prepares applications, compiles supporting documentation and represents clients at hearings when needed. He drafts and reviews commercial agreements, assists with municipal approvals and advises on zoning and land-use considerations that affect cannabis operations. The role is part attorney, part translator—turning dense rules into steps that owners, investors and managers can follow.
Clients who work with Feder range from entrepreneurs seeking entry into the market to established operators adjusting to evolving rules. He also advises investors and property owners who must understand how cannabis licensing and local regulations affect transactions. His experience includes interaction with licensing boards and local planning authorities. He approaches each matter on its own terms, applying regulatory knowledge to the specifics of a client’s business model.
Feder practices at Weed Law and is active in matters across New Jersey and New York. He writes and speaks about the practical implications of changing cannabis regulations and helps clients prepare for inspections and compliance audits. His calendar often reflects the pace of an industry that still faces rapid legislative and regulatory change. He currently concentrates his practice on cannabis law.