Paul Castillo
About Paul Castillo
Paul Castillo is an Associate Industrial Hemp Specialist at Rimon Law, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in law, having served as an attorney and law clerk, and has focused on the legal aspects of the Industrial Hemp industry since 2018.
Current Position at Rimon Law
Paul Castillo serves as an Associate Industrial Hemp Specialist at Rimon Law, a position he has held since 2019. His role involves focusing on the legal aspects of the Industrial Hemp sector, contributing to the firm's Cannabis Practice Group. He operates in both the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles, which allows him to engage with a diverse client base and various legal challenges within the industry.
Previous Experience at Kirtland & Packard, LLP
Prior to his current role, Paul Castillo worked at Kirtland & Packard, LLP in El Segundo, CA. He served as a Law Clerk from 2015 to 2016 and then as an Associate Attorney from 2016 to 2017. His experience at the firm provided him with foundational legal skills and insights into various legal practices.
Experience at Frontera Law Group
Paul Castillo was an Attorney of Counsel specializing in Industrial Hemp at Frontera Law Group from 2018 to 2019. This role further developed his expertise in the legal dimensions of the Industrial Hemp industry, allowing him to apply his knowledge in a practical setting before joining Rimon Law.
Educational Background
Paul Castillo earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Arizona State University, studying from 2004 to 2009. He then attended Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, where he concentrated on Corporate Law and obtained his Juris Doctor (J.D.). His educational background laid the groundwork for his legal career and specialization in Industrial Hemp.
Research Assistant Role
During his studies at Loyola Law School, Paul Castillo worked as a Research Assistant to Professor Carlos Berdejo from 2015 to 2016. This position allowed him to engage in legal research, enhancing his analytical skills and understanding of complex legal issues, which he later applied in his professional roles.