Former Acting Attorney General joins Alternate Health
Alternate Health Corp., an international CBD product development and distribution company, announced the hiring of former Acting Attorney General, Matthew Whitaker, on Tuesday.
Alternate Health has retained, Whitaker, and his law firm, Graves Garrett to act as Outside Counsel.
Dr. Blaine, President of Alternate Health, commented: “Alternate Health is thrilled is welcome Matthew Whitaker as a key legal advisor while (we) divest our cannabis assets and focuses exclusively on hemp-derived CBD. The legal environment surrounding CBD is rapidly evolving and it is essential that Alternate Health stays at the forefront of new government and FDA regulations. We believe his experience in government and the Department of Justice is a significant asset as we move forward.”
“I am looking forward to taking on a new challenge with Alternate Health, strategically advising the Company and its management team,” says Whitaker. “I think there is serious potential in the CBD industry, and everyone at Alternate Health will work hard to be a leader in the industry.”
Alternate Health says Whitaker will coordinate legal matters and develop legal strategy while ensuring legal compliance as the company expands into new markets.
In addition to the standard responsibilities of outside counsel and a legal consultant, Whitaker’s role will reportedly take a more proactive approach, Whitaker will launch investigation into certain actions in Canada by a California-based competitor.
Howard Mann, CEO of Alternate Health adds: “Matthew Whitaker has experience working with the major policy-makers and legislative bodies that shape the legal system in the U.S. His knowledge and experience open doors at many of the most important institutions concerning our industry. I am also impressed with his toughness and tenacity he developed as a prosecutor, enforcing state and federal laws, examining alleged legal violations and setting a standard of fairness and justice.”
Whitaker served as Acting Attorney General of the United States from November 2018 to February 2019, and as Chief of Staff to the Attorney General of the United States from September 2017 to November 2018. Prior to serving in these capacities, Whitaker served as United States Attorney for the Southern District of Iowa, and in a variety of other legal capacities. Whitaker is a graduate of the University of Iowa where he earned his bachelor’s degree in communications and later went on to graduate with a Master of Business Administration and a Juris Doctor degree. Whitaker is now affiliated with the Graves Garrett law firm in addition to being the Managing Director for Axiom Strategies/Clout Public Affairs.
