Christopher Parrington

Christopher Parrington serves as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel for Boustead & Company Limited, following his tenure as co-chair of Kutak Rock's National Cannabis Practice Group. Since 2014, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the cannabis legal sector, representing businesses and business owners throughout the U.S. in the hemp and state-legal cannabis industries. His expertise spans business formation, corporate compliance, regulatory matters, labor and employment, real estate, financial services, mergers and acquisitions, and FDA labeling compliance. He has helped numerous clients secure state-issued licenses for marijuana cultivation, manufacturing, and dispensary operations. His work has earned him recognition as one of the Top 200 Cannabis Lawyers in 2021 and 2023. His practice includes advising clients on business formation, due diligence, investments, and representing companies in licensing applications. A recent case involving PBKM, LLC highlighted his involvement in complex cannabis industry corporate structuring and licensing applications, demonstrating his deep understanding of social equity requirements and regulatory compliance in the evolving cannabis market.