Cannabis/Hemp Extraction & Testing Lab Expert

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Professional Profile Seth Martin, M.S. is a cannabis and hemp industry scientist with expertise garnered from over seven years of experience in regulated markets. His background spans analytical chemistry, pharmacology, extraction and formulation chemistry, and cultivation, with hands-on work in multiple state programs including Colorado, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Georgia, and Maine. Seth combines advanced scientific training in medical cannabis with real-world operational leadership for multi-state operators, enabling him to clearly explain complex technical issues to attorneys, judges, and juries in both civil and business disputes involving cannabis and hemp. Key Qualifications for Legal Matters • Advanced cannabis-specific education as the first graduate of Thomas Jefferson University’s M.S. in Medical Cannabis Science & Business. • Deep analytical chemistry background in testing cannabis and hemp for potency, contamination, and product integrity. • Pharmacology and toxicology insight into cannabinoid metabolism and interpretation of drug testing results (urine, blood, and oral fluid). • Multi-state regulatory experience across CO, PA, MA, RI, GA, and ME, providing context on compliance standards and industry norms. • Operational leadership in extraction, formulation, and cultivation, allowing robust evaluation of standard of care and best practices. Areas of Specialized Expertise in Litigation Seth can support counsel in matters involving: • Product Testing & Laboratory Issues o Interpretation of lab reports, chromatograms, and COAs o Evaluation of testing methods, limits of detection, and lab validity o Disputes involving potency labeling, contamination, or adulteration o Assessment of whether testing practices meet industry and regulatory standards • Impairment, Pharmacology & Drug Testing o Cannabinoid metabolism, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics o Interpretation and limitations of urinalysis, blood tests, and oral swab tests o Distinguishing mere presence of cannabinoids from functional impairment o Contextualizing test results with timing of use and dosing patterns • Extraction, Formulation & Manufacturing Practices o Reasonableness and safety of extraction methodologies o Evaluation of SOPs and GMP-aligned workflows o Formulation of vapes, edibles, tinctures, and other dosage forms o Product stability, consistency, and quality-control programs • Cultivation & Product Quality o Cultivation practices and their impact on product quality and safety o Pesticide, heavy metal, microbial, and residual solvent concerns o Comparison of actual practices to accepted industry standards • Regulatory Compliance & Industry Standards of Care o Multi-state regulatory frameworks and best practices o Assessment of whether a company’s procedures align with applicable rules o Gaps between written policies and actual day-to-day operations