Christopher C. Young

Senior Attorney

Bozeman, MT

Background

Raised in Great Falls Montana, Chris Young is an accomplished Senior Attorney renowned for his expertise in cannabis regulatory compliance, Cannabis business agreements, including mergers and acquisitions, and cannabis-related litigation. With an extensive career spanning decades, he demonstrates his exceptional aptitude for precision and finesse in his legal pursuits. Notably, Chris has established a commendable record of success in assisting cannabis-based enterprises in achieving legal legitimacy.

Navigating the intricate maze of cannabis law demands an unwavering commitment to staying abreast of its perpetually evolving landscape. Chris enthusiastically embraces this challenge, recognizing the significant unmet demand for legal expertise in this domain.

Chris was named a Super Lawyer by Thompson Reuters in 2023 through 2025, a recognition that showcases his commitment to bringing legitimacy and professionalism to an industry that is accustomed to flying under the radar.  He is the only Super Lawyer practicing cannabis law in the Mountain States region.

Outside of work, Chris is on the Board of the Bozeman Curling Club and spends time on the ice in the fall and winter. He is also on the Board of the Bozeman Film Society and enjoys bringing independent and art house films to Bozeman. He also enjoys fly fishing and presenting at legal seminars, which he has done eleven times since 2017.

 

Christopher Young

Rated by Super Lawyers

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Christopher Young

Rated by Super Lawyers

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Practice Areas

  • Business: Contract Law
  • Business: Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Business: Cannabis Regulatory Compliance
  • Litigation: Cannabis-Related Litigation Matters

Education

  • B.A., Carleton College, 1987
  • J.D., magna cum laude, William Mitchell College of Law, 2001

Bar Admissions

  • Pennsylvania State Bar Association, 2001
  • New Jersey State Bar Association, 2001, Inactive
  • United States District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 2001
  • United States District Court, District of New Jersey, 2001
  • United States District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, 2003
  • The Montana State Bar, 2014
  • United States District Court, District of Montana, 2014
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, 2017

Representative Cases

  • Great Northern Naturals, LLC v. Cascade County
  • TSB Montana, LLC v. City of Colstrip
  • Montana Dept. of Revenue, Cannabis Control Division v. Lighthouse Organics, LLC

Representative Cases

  • Great Northern Naturals, LLC v. Cascade County
  • TSB Montana, LLC v. City of Colstrip
  • Montana Dept. of Revenue, Cannabis Control Division v. Lighthouse Organics, LLC

Articles & Publications

  • Marijuana Business Law in Montana, March 2019, March 2020, November 2021, March 2022, March 2023, November 2023, March 2024.
  • Montana Medical Marijuana Law, March 2017, March 2018
  • Montana Government Law – Marijuana Section, December 2023, December 2024.
  • Marijuana Tax Landscape – Montana Hemp Fest, May 2025.

Accolades & Awards

  • Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2023
  • Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2024
  • Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2025

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