Monthly legal advice for CBD companies and shops
We support you in operating with sound judgment, complying with current regulations, and reducing avoidable regulatory and criminal risks. A service led by Gabriela Sierra, a lawyer specializing in the cannabis and CBD sector in Spain, designed for shops, distributors, and companies that are already operating and want month-to-month legal certainty.
Why does your CBD company or shop need ongoing legal advice?
The CBD sector operates in an environment of constant regulatory change at both European and national level. Having a specialized lawyer by your side allows you to operate with legal certainty, respond quickly to inspections, and keep your documentation always up to date.
Regulations constantly evolving
CBD as novel food, AEMPS cosmetics regulation, THC limits, product categories… Regulations change continuously. I keep you informed and help you adapt your operations before it is too late.
Day-to-day regulatory questions
Can I sell this product? Is the labeling correct? Is this CoA valid for commercialization? With the monthly service, you can resolve all your questions without worrying about the cost of each consultation.
A real risk of penalties and inspections
Incorrect labeling, an incomplete CoA, or a misclassified product category can lead to sanctioning proceedings, product seizure, or administrative investigations.
Immediate response in urgent situations
A health inspection, an AEMPS request, a complaint… When an urgent issue arises, you need an immediate response. Retainer clients receive priority attention for incidents.
Investing in ongoing advice is investing in prevention. It is more cost-effective than hiring one-off services, and it allows you to operate with the peace of mind of knowing you always have specialized legal support available.
What does the monthly legal advice for CBD companies include?
A comprehensive legal maintenance service designed to cover all recurring legal needs of your CBD company or shop.
Regulatory consultations
Answers to questions about commercialization, labeling, advertising, product categories, and day-to-day regulatory compliance.
Product review
Legal analysis of CBD products before commercialization: regulatory category, THC limits, and associated regulatory risks.
Document management
Review of certificates of analysis (CoA), traceability, supplier documentation, and full regulatory compliance.
Regulatory strategy
Advice on how to position your products legally: cosmetics, technical, for animals, or other permitted categories.
Inspections and penalties
Legal assistance in administrative inspections, product seizures, or AEMPS sanctioning proceedings.
CBD compliance
Design and monitoring of compliance protocols for CBD shops and companies, with the aim of preventing legal and criminal risks.
Legal retainer for CBD companies and shops: fixed fee, ongoing legal guidance
Eliminate the uncertainty of variable fees. Rely on stable legal support to make regulatory decisions with ongoing legal backing, with no surprises.
CBD Basic Retainer
per month + VAT
- Review of internal protocols and regulatory best practices
- Advice on commercialization, labeling, and product categories
- Review of supplier documentation and certificates of analysis (CoA)
- Answers to day-to-day regulatory queries
- Guidance and assistance in inspections or administrative requests
Additional hours: price on request depending on the type of matter.
Request the Basic PlanCBD Professional Retainer
per month + VAT
- Review and updating of compliance and traceability protocols
- Supervision of products before commercialization
- Review of contracts with suppliers and distributors
- Ongoing advice on the business’s regulatory strategy
- Legal support in inspections or administrative incidents
Additional hours: price on request depending on the type of matter.
Request the Professional PlanCustomized
Designed for CBD companies, distributors, or private-label brands with a higher volume of activity, multiple points of sale, or complex regulatory projects that require intensive dedication.
Do you need a prior audit of your business or a full review of your products?
Our retainers always guarantee:
The retainer covers recurring advice and ordinary legal maintenance. Court actions, specific contentious proceedings, or extraordinary audits may require an additional quote depending on the scope and complexity of the case.
Who is the monthly legal advice for CBD companies aimed at?
CBD-sector companies that need ongoing legal support to operate safely, comply with regulations, and prevent penalties and inspections.
Physical CBD shops
CBD shops that want to ensure their products and labeling comply with current regulations.
CBD e-commerce
Online shops with questions about shipping, product pages, policies, and regulations for digital sales.
Distributors and private-label brands
Companies with multiple suppliers that need ongoing regulatory oversight of their supply chain.
Growing companies
Businesses with frequent questions about products, suppliers, or commercialization that want real compliance.
This service is not for…
- Companies that market products that do not comply with current regulations.
- Businesses that do not wish to implement traceability or documentary controls.
- Business models based on clearly illegal products or with an evident criminal risk.
Do you also need specific compliance for your business? See our Compliance for CBD companies and shops service as a complement to the retainer.
Why choose Gabriela Sierra as your CBD specialist lawyer?
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Exclusive specialization in cannabis and CBD
More than 10 years dedicated exclusively to the cannabis and CBD sector. I know the regulations, the real risks, and how to protect your business in the face of inspections and regulatory changes.
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A long-term relationship of trust
The retainer creates an ongoing relationship: I get to know your catalog, your suppliers, and your goals. We do not start from scratch every time a question arises.
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Direct and transparent communication
Direct access with no intermediaries. I explain everything clearly and keep you informed of any regulatory changes that affect your sector and operations.
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Real technical and regulatory knowledge
I understand the difference between product categories, what a CoA entails, how the AEMPS works, and what EU regulations say about novel food and CBD cosmetics.
Other services for CBD companies and shops
CBD compliance
Implementation of criminal risk prevention protocols and legal audit for your CBD company or shop.
View serviceRetainer for CSC
Specialized monthly advice for Cannabis Social Clubs. The same retainer model adapted to a CSC’s operations.
View serviceCannabis criminal defense
If your CBD business faces a criminal investigation or proceedings, Gabriela Sierra will defend you with sound judgment and sector experience.
View serviceFrequently asked questions about the retainer for CBD companies
What regulations currently affect CBD shops and companies in Spain?
CBD regulation in Spain is complex and constantly evolving. Products are mainly permitted in the cosmetics category (topical use), aromatic, or technical, provided the THC content is below 0.2%. Products for human consumption are subject to the EU novel food rules, which have not currently authorized CBD as a food ingredient. The AEMPS is the reference authority. The retainer keeps you up to date with these changes at all times.
What are certificates of analysis (CoA) and why are they so important?
CoAs (Certificates of Analysis) are the documents that certify the composition and purity of each batch of CBD product, especially cannabinoid content and the absence of contaminants. They are essential to demonstrate compliance with the THC limit and to respond to an inspection. The retainer includes periodic review of these documents so they are always in order and there are no surprises.
Does the advice cover advertising and marketing for CBD products?
Yes. CBD advertising has significant restrictions: you cannot make therapeutic or health claims, there are limitations on platforms such as Google Ads and Meta, and website text, product pages, and signage must be neutral. We can review your copy, landing pages, and commercial messaging so you do not incur regulatory risks.
What happens if my shop receives a health inspection or an AEMPS inspection?
The service’s priority track is activated: immediate guidance on how to respond, what documentation to provide, and the steps to follow. If the matter leads to sanctioning proceedings or product seizure, the scope is assessed and a specific quote is proposed if it is necessary to act beyond ordinary maintenance.
How are the plan hours managed, and what happens if they run out?
Hours are allocated to reviews, consultations, and matters according to that month’s priorities. If they run out, we propose moving non-urgent items to the following month or quoting additional hours depending on the type of action. There is always transparency: no extra cost is incurred without your knowledge and prior approval.
Is a monthly retainer better than hiring one-off services?
Yes, especially for businesses with regular activity. The retainer removes the mental cost of deciding “whether it is worth asking about this.” There is follow-up, accumulated knowledge of the business, and the ability to anticipate risks. In the long term, it is usually more efficient because issues are detected before they generate greater costs.
Is there a minimum commitment period?
The terms are detailed in the final proposal. In any case, the idea is to ensure clarity from the outset regarding continuity, timeframes, and an orderly closing process if the service ends.
What do I need to receive a personalized proposal?
A brief summary of your situation: type of business (physical shop, e-commerce, distribution, private label), approximate product catalog, estimated volume of monthly queries, and any pending incident or risk. With that, we define the fit and propose the most efficient plan for you.
Start operating with legal backing
Tell us about your CBD company or shop and we will advise you on the plan best suited to you. No obligation. We respond in under 48 hours.
Available plans
A Tailored Plan is available for companies with higher volume or complex regulatory projects. Price on request.
Request a proposal
Complete the form and we will contact you in under 48 hours
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