Christopher C. Young - Bozeman, MT
Attorney at Gravis Law PLLC
Business: Contract Law Lawyers in Bozeman, MT
421 W Mendenhall St Suite 200 Bozeman, MT 59715
Bozeman Business: Contract Law Lawyer
Updated: 05/07/2026
Areas of Practice
- Business: Contract Law
- Business: Mergers and Acquisitions
- Business: Cannabis Regulatory Compliance
- Litigation: Cannabis-Related Litigation Matters
Attorney Information
Overview
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.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2023
- Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2024
- Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2025
Education
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Legal Education
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William Mitchell College of Law,
St. Paul,
Minnesota, 2001
J.D.
Honors: magna cum laude
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William Mitchell College of Law,
St. Paul,
Minnesota, 2001
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Non Legal Education
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Carleton College, 1987
B.A.
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Carleton College, 1987
Current Employment Position(s)
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Senior Attorney
Representative Cases
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Great Northern Naturals, LLC v. Cascade County
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TSB Montana, LLC v. City of Colstrip
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Montana Dept. of Revenue, Cannabis Control Division v. Lighthouse Organics, LLC
Published Works
Articles
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Marijuana Business Law in Montana, March 2019, March 2020, November 2021, March 2022, March 2023, November 2023, March 2024.
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Montana Medical Marijuana Law, March 2017, March 2018
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Montana Government Law – Marijuana Section, December 2023, December 2024.
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Marijuana Tax Landscape – Montana Hemp Fest, May 2025.
Bar Admissions
- Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, 2001
- Supreme Court of New Jersey, 2001
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 2001
- U.S. District Court District of New Jersey, 2001
- U.S. District Court Western District of Pennsylvania, 2003
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Pennsylvania, 2004
- Montana, 2014
- U.S. District Court District of Montana, 2014
- U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 2017
Other Affiliations
- Pennsylvania State Bar Association, 2001
- The Montana State Bar, 2014
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