Justin Walsh

Justin Walsh, a distinguished partner at Gleam Law headquartered in Seattle, Washington, presides over the firm's extensive litigation department; Gleam Law, with offices across the nation, provides invaluable support to cannabis entrepreneurs throughout the United States and assists various businesses within the state of Washington. Mr. Walsh is renowned for his comprehensive legal representation in a wide array of civil matters, including those concerning legal marijuana, hemp and CBD businesses. His impressive track record includes notable successes in cases involving:

• Business litigation
• Personal injury law
• Class action lawsuits
• Intellectual properties
• Copyright and trademark affairs
• Consumer Protection Act
• CAN-SPAM compliance
• Regulatory Enforcement Actions

In addition to his role as head of the litigation division, Mr. Walsh assumes a pivotal role in ensuring regulatory compliance in the hemp and CBD sectors. He has garnered significant recognition for his vast knowledge of FDA labeling compliance and frequently serves as a distinguished speaker on this subject on a national scale.

Graduating cum laude from Seattle University School of Law, Mr. Walsh made his mark as the recent developments and technology editor for the Seattle Journal for Social Justice. During his academic journey, he also served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Justice Mary Fairhurst of the Washington State Supreme Court. Notably, he authored an opinion that extended partial privacy protection under the Public Records Act for unsubstantiated allegations of abuse against school teachers. Mr. Walsh's exceptional academic performance earned him a place on the dean's list and two CALI Excellence for the Future Awards.

Beyond his legal pursuits, Mr. Walsh chaired the King County Civil Rights Commission and was a member of the City of Issaquah Planning Policy Commission. Presently, he sits as a judge pro tem for several Washington courts and boasts a perfect 10/10 rating on Avvo. He has also served as an adjunct professor of law at Seattle University School of Law, where he imparted knowledge in the field of cannabis law and policy.

Admitted to practice in Washington and Alaska, Mr. Walsh holds membership with the Washington Supreme Court, the U.S. District Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts of Washington, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit.

Mr. Walsh also actively participates in the King County Bar Association's Public Policy Committee and the Judiciary & Litigation Committee, addressing a diverse range of matters that influence individuals who engage with the legal system. He is also active with regard to issues at the intersection of mental health, drug addiction and recovery, and the criminal justice system.