A Paralegal’s Journey Into the Multi-Million Dollar Cannabis Industry with Samantha Misch

October 30, 2025 Joe Stephens

Every single organization in the world needs a regulatory body that monitors compliance and ethics. Even cannabis companies.

In this episode of Between the Briefs, hosts Adrian Cea and Joe Stephens welcome Samantha Misch, Senior Paralegal at Green Thumb Industries, for an insightful discussion on navigating the evolving intersection of law and cannabis compliance.

What You’ll Learn:

The unique skills it takes to make it as a paralegal in today’s tech-driven world
Why the role of a paralegal is crucial to the business of cannabis today
How to walk the line between traditional legal work and emerging technologies
How to approach and keep up with regulatory changes in the cannabis industry
The valuable strategies for career advancement in legal operations
Using technology to drive your growth as a paralegal, regardless of where you are in your career
Why the human element is a non-negotiable for paralegals today

Tune in to explore the fascinating intersection of law and the cannabis industry, and the equally fascinating role of paralegals in it all.

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About the Contributors

Joe Stephens

Joe Stephens, J.D., is Steno's Director of Legal Solutions as well as a Clinical Lecturer at Texas Tech University School of Law. With over 15 years of experience in criminal defense and public service, he founded and led Texas' largest rural public defender office, which serves a 12-county area. A graduate of The University of Texas School of Law (cum laude) and Vanderbilt University (B.A.), Stephens currently serves as a Board Member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association (TCDLA) and sits on multiple State Bar of Texas committees. His expertise spans the intersection of legal practice and technological innovation in the justice system.

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Adrian Cea

Adrian Cea is Steno's Social Media Manager, leading content strategy, audience engagement, and digital brand-building across platforms. He also produces and co-hosts Between the Briefs, Steno's podcast covering the intersection of legal technology, court reporting, and the future of litigation. With a background spanning content creation, field marketing, and sales at companies like Sell Better and Chili Piper, Adrian brings a multi-disciplined lens to making complex legal tech topics accessible and engaging.

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