Apr 26, 2024
On May 2, Vicente LLP counsel Jason Tarasek will provide a 2024 cannabis law update for those attending the “2024 Solo and Small Firm Summit”, hosted by Minnesota Women Lawyers.
Apr 26, 2024
Vicente LLP partner Jennifer Cabrera will discuss the latest developments in New York cannabis law during the Cannabis Real Estate Summit in NYC on May 1! Register now!
Apr 22, 2024
Curious about microdosing psychedelics? Join Vicente LLP psychedelics attorney Joshua Kappel on April 25 at NeueHouse in New York City for a night filled with education, resources, and legality around microdosing. RSVP now!
Apr 17, 2024
Jason Tarasek, counsel at Vicente LLP, will participate in a "Cannabis Update" panel at the 2024 Minnesota Municipal Beverage Association’s Annual Conference on April 21. Register now!
Apr 12, 2024
Psychedelics and emerging therapies-related legislation, regulatory updates, events and other news from Vicente LLP.
Apr 5, 2024
Vicente LLP founding partner Joshua Kappel and counsel Barine Majewska will be at the upcoming “Cultivating Roots for Cultural Change: the Bay Area’s Annual Spring Conference on Plant Medicines & Psychedelic Science.” Hosted by Chacruna, the event will take place on April 27 and 28, 2024, at the historical Brava Theater Center in San Francisco, California.
Apr 5, 2024
On April 18, 2024, Vicente LLP attorneys Joshua Kappel and Barine Majewska will attend the “Bridging the Worlds: The Confluence of Indigenous Wisdom and Psychedelic Science” conference at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO. Vicente is a sponsor of the event, which will explore the future of psychedelic research in the context of its historical and cultural significance.
Apr 4, 2024
Update on cannabis legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy cannabis news and events from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland
Apr 3, 2024
On Saturday, April 27, at 1:30 p.m., Lucky Leaf Expo participants will have the chance to listen to Vicente LLP counsel Jason Tarasek share his insights on how to set up a cannabis business in Minnesota’s newly formed adult-use recreational cannabis market. Register now!
Apr 2, 2024
Join us at the 2024 Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference on April 16-17 in Hollywood, Florida! You can find us on stage discussing cannabis banking and business diversification and connect with our attorneys and our director of compliance during the conference.
Mar 18, 2024
Vicente LLP partner Jerrico Perez is slated to speak on the panel during the Practising Law Institute’s CLE program, “Cannabis: Legal and Business Fundamentals 2024” on April 4! Register now!
Mar 15, 2024
On April 2, The Emerald Conference will feature a talk by Vicente LLP director of economics and research Andrew Livingston on how variations between the cannabis and psychedelic markets may influence research design, data collection, and overall program evaluation. Register to attend and learn more!
Mar 15, 2024
The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) is hosting a Stakeholder Summit in Colorado on April 4, and Vicente LLP is a Silver Sponsor. The event brings together key figures in the cannabis industry, including policymakers and regulators, to discuss and drive positive change within the cannabis industry. Vicente LLP will have a strong presence at the summit, with several members of our team attending, including the firm’s founding partner, Brian Vicente. Register now!
Mar 15, 2024
The Minnesota Festival and Events Association (MNFEA) is holding its annual conference March 20-22 in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. The conference offers educational sessions on current and future challenges in the event industry. One session, "The Legalization of Cannabis & Events," features cannabis lawyer Jason Tarasek. Register now!
Mar 15, 2024
The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) is hosting a Stakeholder Summit in Maryland on April 2, and Vicente LLP is a Silver Sponsor. Register now!
Mar 7, 2024
Vicente LLP, Anderson Porter Design, and Mercury Public Affairs are thrilled to host an exclusive happy hour during NECANN Boston on March 22, and you’re invited!
Feb 21, 2024
Join Vicente LLP Florida partner Sally Kent Peebles at Cannabis LAB's industry social in Jacksonville on Thursday, February 29th from 6-9 p.m. ET at the Mellow Mushroom in Avondale! Register now.
Feb 21, 2024
RSVP to attend our private event and fundraiser during SXSW in Austin, co-hosted with Grasslands: A Journalism-Minded Agency.
Jan 23, 2024
Update on cannabis legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy cannabis news and events from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland
Jan 11, 2024
The International Cannabis Bar Association (INCBA) will feature Vicente LLP partner Shawn Hauser in an upcoming webinar, "Is the Grass Really Greener? Law & Policy Primer for Cannabis Operators Considering Hemp" on January 17, 2024. Register now!
Dec 19, 2023
Psychedelics and emerging therapies-related legislation, regulatory updates, events and other news from Vicente LLP.
Dec 5, 2023
Update on cannabis legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy cannabis news and events from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland
Nov 29, 2023
Vicente LLP psychedelics attorneys Joshua Kappel and Shawn Hauser were selected to speak on panels focused on functional alcohol substitutes and psilocybin medicine during the Psychedelics Track at SXSW in March 2024.
Nov 1, 2023
Update on cannabis legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy cannabis news and events from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland
Oct 26, 2023
Vicente LLP founding partner Joshua Kappel will discuss the new age of psychedelics and how natural medicines can help entrepreneurs at the prestigious Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala on November 1.
Oct 26, 2023
Psychedelics and emerging therapies-related legislation, regulatory updates, events and other news from Vicente LLP.
Oct 25, 2023
Andrew Livingston will present on cannabis supply and demand and Sally Kent Peebles will present on leveraging opportunities in new markets at MJBizCon this year. Read on for more information about their panels!
Oct 20, 2023
Vicente LLP partner Jennifer Cabrera was recognized by Super Lawyers for her exceptional legal work in New York! Congratulations Jennifer!
By Bridgette Nikisher
Oct 18, 2023
New York’s adult-use regulations are effective and the first application period for certain adult-use licenses is underway! At the Cannabis Control Board (CCB) meeting on October 17, 2023, CCB announced that they are extending the deadline for applications by two weeks. Read this Insights article for details related to Social and Economic Equity Applicant applications, how many licenses will be awarded, the review and selection process, property control and proximity protection, and true parties of interest disclosures.
Oct 17, 2023
Watch Vicente LLP partner Shawn Hauser present on Thursday, November 9 during Wonderland Miami! Shawn is slated to discuss the state of the emerging psychedelics industries in Oregon and Colorado. Register now!
Oct 11, 2023
Watch this live session on Wednesday, October 11 at 1 p.m. ET. The session will feature Vicente LLP’s director of economics and research, Andrew Livingston, and the firm’s Michigan practice leader, Travis Copenhaver, as they discuss Michigan cannabis market trends and opportunities that will help your business to better adapt, strategize, and navigate changing market conditions.
Oct 6, 2023
Vicente LLP won the Top Law Firm Award at the 2023 PBC Conference Awards on September 21, 2023. Vicente partner Sahar Ayinehsazian spoke at the conference and accepted the award on behalf of the firm.
Oct 2, 2023
Joshua Kappel is a featured speaker at the Psychedelic Missouri Freedom Conference, which will be held on October 21. His panel discussion, “Decriminalizing & Commercializing Psychedelics,” will also feature Andreas Met of Satya Therapeutics and Saint Louis University adjunct professor Charlotte Jones.
Sep 29, 2023
Join Jason Tarasek, Michelle Bodian and Yolanda Clarke during Minnesota CLE’s webcast series on October 10 and October 17 for insights and updates on Minnesota’s cannabis and hemp industry.
Sep 28, 2023
Update on cannabis legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy cannabis news and events from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland
Sep 22, 2023
Vicente LLP is hosting a can’t-miss event for those interested in entering the Maryland adult-use cannabis market! Please join us in Baltimore on October 16 for an evening of education and networking with industry leaders, business owners and entrepreneurs.
Sep 21, 2023
Join Casey Leaver and Stephen Pemberton at the Cannabis Quality Conference on October 18! Casey and Steve will discuss creating a culture of compliance to help your cannabis operation thrive.
Sep 18, 2023
Join the Vicente LLP team in Minneapolis for another can’t-miss hemp and cannabis legal and business seminar on October 19, 2023. The event will feature Vicente LLP hemp and cannabis business attorneys Michelle Bodian, Travis Copenhaver, Jeremy Shaw and Jason Tarasek, along with special guests Sen. Lindsey Port and cannabis accountant Angela L’Esperance of Ms. Jane Accounting.
Sep 14, 2023
New York's adult-use cannabis licensing is set to open in the fall, and members of Vicente LLP’s New York team and a special guest from Dutchie provide answers to the “who, what, where, when and how” questions on the minds of prospective Empire State cannabis licensees during this webinar replay.
Sep 12, 2023
Join Michelle Bodian, Elliot Choi and Meg Nash at NECANN New York! Our attorneys will discuss how to submit a successful cannabis license application for the upcoming New York licensing round. Register here!
Sep 11, 2023
Psychedelics and emerging therapies-related legislation, regulatory updates, events and other news from Vicente LLP.
Sep 11, 2023
Psychedelics and emerging therapies-related legislation, regulatory updates, events and other news from Vicente LLP.
Aug 29, 2023
Sahar Ayinehsazian is slated to join other cannabis industry professionals to discuss California’s legal cannabis market on September 27 at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago!
Aug 29, 2023
What are the latest updates on Natural Medicines in Colorado? What are the opportunities for entering Colorado’s psychedelic ecosystem? Attend Joshua Kappel and Yolanda Clarke’s sessions at PsyCon Denver on September 29 to find out the answers to these questions. Register now!
Aug 29, 2023
On September 21, Sahar Ayinehsazian will discuss the importance of due diligence in cannabis banking at PBC Conference 2023, the B2B conference for payments, banking and compliance in the cannabis industry. Register now!
Aug 28, 2023
Michelle Bodian will take the stage at the Hartford Business Journal’s Business of Cannabis Connecticut Conference on September 21, 2023. She joins a panel of Connecticut cannabis VIPs for the panel “Building an Industry in Connecticut.”
Aug 28, 2023
What’s the latest with the 2023 Farm Bill? Andrea Golan will offer an update on the current legal landscape of intoxicating and synthetic cannabinoids in the US at the 2023 Hemp Industries Association Conference. Register now!
Aug 24, 2023
Washington, DC's Medical Cannabis Amendment Act of 2022 overhauls the existing medical cannabis program, significantly expands access for registered patients, and creates a variety of new business opportunities for operators. Watch this session to learn about DC’s new medical cannabis statute and new license opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Aug 17, 2023
Update on cannabis legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy cannabis news and events from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Aug 17, 2023
So, you received your provisional Connecticut cannabis license or just renewed your final license. Now what? It’s time to get on the path to success as an operational and compliant cannabis operator.
Aug 11, 2023
Vicente attorneys Jennifer Cabrera and Steve Pemberton are slated to speak about cannabis hospitality and entering New Jersey’s cannabis market during NECANN’s New Jersey Cannabis Conference from September 8-9, 2023 in Atlantic City. Read this post for more information.
Aug 10, 2023
SXSW 2024 Panel Picker is open for voting! Vicente LLP partner Shawn Hauser, amongst others, proposed a highly engaging panel titled, “Man vs. Nature: The Commercialization of Psilocybin Medicine,” which focuses on the current state of research in psilocybin. Vote today!
Aug 9, 2023
SXSW 2024 Panel Picker is open for voting! Vicente LLP founding partner Joshua Kappel, along with other esteemed professionals, proposed a highly engaging panel titled, “The Bar’s New Top Shelf: Elevation Over Inebriation,” which focuses on functional alcohol substitutes such as Kanna, Kava, Psilocybin, Kratom, and other compounds. Vote today!
Aug 3, 2023
Are you an accountant interested in running a cannabis niche practice? Adam Fine will discuss the benefits of creating relationships with other professional service providers, including cannabis attorneys, during the AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference on August 16.
Aug 1, 2023
Join Vicente LLP attorneys Meg Nash and Yolanda Clarke in Annapolis during the Maryland Municipal League’s Summer Symposium on Cannabis on August 10, 2023.
Jul 26, 2023
Is now the time to enter the cannabis market? Cannabis economist Andrew Livingston will share data and insights to help answer questions on the mind of every cannabis entrepreneur's clients during the AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference on August 16.
Jul 21, 2023
Update on cannabis legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy cannabis news and events from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Jul 17, 2023
Jeremy Shaw will participate in Worcester Business Journal’s Cannabis Business Summit on July 20. This panel will discuss how to anticipate and adapt to the rapidly changing market so that your business is ready for anything.
Jul 13, 2023
Join ACR for a Roundtable Discussion on SAFE banking in the cannabis industry, specifically focusing on the impact on small and minority-owned businesses. The webinar featuring Vicente attorney Elliot Choi will be held on Tuesday, July 25th, from 6:30 - 8 p.m. ET.
Jul 12, 2023
Learn about and support psychedelic policy by attending a community educational forum on psilocybin, featuring Vicente LLP founding partner Joshua Kappel, at the West Hollywood City Council Chambers on July 25, 2023. The educational forum will explore the full spectrum of psilocybin-related topics, including a discussion of past and current legislation aimed at decriminalizing psilocybin mushrooms and other hallucinogenic substances.
Jul 11, 2023
What Can Minnesota Expect from Cannabis Legalization? On July 26, 2023, Jason Tarasek of cannabis law firm Vicente LLP and Josh Maslowski of Stigma will discuss the compelling aspects of legalization in Minnesota and what we can expect from the state's future legal retail cannabis market.
Jul 11, 2023
Learn directly from the teams who were part of launching many of the first CAURD (Conditional Adult Use Retail Dispensary) licensed dispensaries in New York State. The Official Dispensary Showroom Tour is coming to Long Island, Syracuse, Mid-Hudson, Queens, and The Bronx throughout Summer and Fall 2023.
Jul 7, 2023
Psychedelics and emerging therapies-related legislation, regulatory updates, events and other news from Vicente LLP.
Jul 6, 2023
Sally Kent Peebles is slated to speak at LemonHaze’s MMTC Florida Applicants Cocktail Party on July 19. Various Florida Medical Marijuana Treatment Center applicants will be in attendance.
Jun 13, 2023
Vicente attorneys Cassia Furman and Andrea Golan are slated to present “Advertising and Regulation of CBD and Other Hemp-Cannabinoid Products.” The webinar is hosted by myLawCLE and the Federal Bar Association, and will take place on Tuesday, June 20 at 12 p.m. ET.
Jun 12, 2023
Learn directly from the teams who were part of launching many of the first CAURD (Conditional Adult Use Retail Dispensary) licensed dispensaries in New York State. The Official Dispensary Showroom Tour is coming to Rochester, Long Island, Syracuse, Mid-Hudson, Queens, and The Bronx throughout Summer and Fall 2023.
Jun 7, 2023
FL Gorman will speak on a panel at Lucky Leaf Expo's Maryland conference on July 22, 2023. The panel will focus on the challenges of securing commercial real estate for cannabis businesses in emerging markets and how to avoid wasting time and money.
May 31, 2023
Join us in Minneapolis on June 14 for a can’t-miss cannabis legal and business seminar!
By Jerrico Perez
May 22, 2023
Opportunities for growth across the nation are currently abundant for cannabis businesses, and our experienced team is here to help you navigate these increasingly complex and competitive licensing processes. With more winning merit-based applications than any other law firm in the country, our team’s work ethic, dedication, and experience will help elevate your application above the competition and set your business up for long-term success.
May 17, 2023
Watch this Vicente LLP session where members of our New York team dive into the significant changes from the first draft of New York's cannabis regulations, how the new regulations will impact capital raises and M&A, and more!
May 16, 2023
Are you interested in getting into New York’s cannabis industry? If so, then you need to attend the Master Class: Adult Use Retail Dispensary Business Bootcamp featuring Vicente partner Brandon Kurtzman on June 3, 2023!
May 15, 2023
Have you heard the latest about Connecticut’s cannabis regulations and licensing process? Attend the 2023 Connecticut Cannabis & Hemp Convention on May 20 to hear Michelle Bodian discuss just that!
By Michelle Bodian, Elliot Choi
May 12, 2023
New York City has seen a proliferation of illicit and unregulated cannabis stores since the Marihuana Regulation & Taxation Act was signed into law on March 31, 2021. To date, enforcement efforts have been limited; however, that could all change with the passage of the Governor’s 2024 budget. Read this article to learn key aspects of the budget provisions concerning the illicit cannabis market.
By Michelle Bodian, Elliot Choi, Brandon Kurtzman, Charles Alovisetti
May 11, 2023
On May 11, 2023, New York’s Cannabis Control Board voted to approve the revised adult-use cannabis regulations. The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has indicated adult-use cannabis applications will open up in the fall, meaning these revised regulations will function as our roadmap. This article outlines key changes in the revised regulations.
May 10, 2023
Vicente psychedelics and emerging therapies attorney Yolanda Clarke will share Oregon psilocybin licensing tips and insights at Psycon Oregon on May 19.
By Charles Alovisetti
May 8, 2023
New York's Cannabis Control Board meets this week and a revised set of draft regulations, reflecting comments from the initial period, is expected to be released before the meeting. Attend our webinar on May 17 for a deep dive into the revised regulations.
Apr 27, 2023
Can 10 More States Legalize Cannabis in the Next 3 Years? Join Andrew Livingston and MPP for a Rootwurks webinar on May 17 to find out which states are most likely to legalize in the coming years and why certain campaigns are more successful than others.
Apr 27, 2023
Register for the Cannalaw Summit to learn from Sally Kent Peebles as she shares her knowledge in the panel “Cannabis Regulations: An Overview of the State Regulations and Requirements for Licensing.”
Apr 26, 2023
Join Shawn Hauser at the INCBA Hemp Symposium on April 28 to listen to her panel, “How the 2023 Farm Bill Can Reshape Hemp and Regulated Cannabinoid Policy.” Register now!
Apr 12, 2023
The Cannabis & Hemp Research Initiative at Stockton University is hosting its 3rd Annual Cannabis Curriculum Convening on April 27-28. Register for this virtual session to hear Vicente partner Charles Alovisetti discuss cannabis law.
Apr 10, 2023
Attend the NORML Denver Legal Seminar from June 7-9 to hear Vicente partners Charles Alovisetti, Sahar Ayinehsazian, Shawn Hauser, and Brian Vicente discuss the latest cannabis industry legal and business insights.
Apr 5, 2023
The Cannabis Business Minds Show recently featured Jen Flanagan in a four-part podcast series. Episode one focuses on compliance tips for cannabis operators from Casey Leaver. Listen now!
Apr 5, 2023
Update on cannabis legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy cannabis news and events from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Apr 4, 2023
Vicente attorneys Joshua Kappel and Jennifer Cabrera are participating in Trailblazers’ highly anticipated second annual event in New York City on April 24-25!
Mar 30, 2023
Vicente partner Jerrico Perez is headed to San Francisco to speak at PLI’s Cannabis Legal and Business Fundamentals event on April 13.
Mar 24, 2023
Congratulations to Becca Rutenberg for being a legal award winner at Green Market Report’s 2023 Women’s Summit!
Mar 20, 2023
Vicente LLP cannabis attorneys are speaking and attending the 2023 Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference. Join us April 11-12 in Miami, Florida!
Mar 15, 2023
Are you ready to jump into the Connecticut cannabis market? Attend this Xpocanna session with Vicente partner Michelle Bodian on March 25 for reflections on the Nutmeg State’s 2022 licensing lottery process, guidance for applying in 2023, and insight into what’s might be coming during this year from the legislature, Dept of Consumer Protection, and the Social Equity Council.
Mar 10, 2023
Hear Shane Pennington discuss the latest developments on cannabis law litigation at the INCBA Litigation Symposium on March 20. Register now!
Mar 9, 2023
Join Vicente partner Travis Copenhaver and Michigan cannabis dispensary owner Mario Porter during a Rootwurks webinar on March 15 to learn the latest compliance and regulatory tips that come with running a cannabis company in Michigan.
Mar 9, 2023
Vicente partner Jennifer Cabrera will participate in a cannabis legislative workshop sponsored by Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes during the Somos New York 2023 Conference in Albany.
Mar 9, 2023
Watch this session to learn how cannabis regulations impact M&A transactions and financings in Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York.
Mar 2, 2023
Register to hear Jennifer Flanagan, David Ullian, Meg Nash, Sam Kovach-Orr, and Steve Pemberton discuss Massachusetts hiring plans, business opportunities, and cannabis delivery at NECANN!
Feb 23, 2023
Calling all cannabis and psychedelic industry professionals! RSVP to attend our private networking event and fundraiser during SXSW in Austin, co-hosted with Grasslands: A Journalism-Minded Agency.
Feb 15, 2023
Lawyers, Accountants & Bankers… Oh My! Starting your own cannabis business can be a handful. Luckily, Sahar Ayinehsazian will be joining Green Check Verified on February 22 to discuss the basics of setting up your cannabis operation for success.
Feb 2, 2023
Michelle Bodian will discuss Connecticut’s adult-use cannabis licensing program, lottery system, and social equity goals in an INCBA webinar on February 8!
Feb 2, 2023
New York’s first adult-use dispensary is open… so, what’s next? It’s public comment time! Sharpen your pencils and watch this recorded session for a discussion about New York’s proposed adult use regulations and common issues impacting current and future cannabis businesses
Jan 10, 2023
Certain psychedelics were decriminalized in Colorado, now what? Join Chacruna’s Community Forum on January 18 for an in-depth discussion about the Natural Medicine Health Act.
Jan 10, 2023
Phil Silverman will discuss legal options for cannabis businesses encountering insolvency during MCLE’s 24th Bankruptcy Law Conference on January 12. Register to join in person or online.
Jan 6, 2023
"Can I start selling mushrooms in Colorado now?" Joshua Kappel answers your questions about Proposition 122 on the Psychedelics Passage podcast. Listen here!
Dec 27, 2022
Ten years after Colorado and Washington became the first states to legalize recreational cannabis, where do things stand? Find out on January 31, 2023.
Dec 27, 2022
In a CLE on January 12, 2023, Charles Alovisetti will offer advice on the legal and practical issues borrowers and lenders need to consider when documenting and funding a loan transaction secured by cannabis-related real estate
Dec 23, 2022
On January 7, 2023, the VS team will provide legal services at a drug conviction record sealing clinic in Denver, Colorado.
By Michelle Bodian, Sam Kovach-Orr, Bridgette Nikisher
Dec 16, 2022
Draft regulations to implement New York's Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act have been published. While the draft regulations are over 280 pages, we summarized ten key items that will most directly impact hopeful and existing New York cannabis businesses.
Dec 8, 2022
Join Vicente Sederberg’s Jennifer Cabrera and a great lineup of panelists for NHCC's latest Legal Committee Roundtable discussion on cannabis in New York on December 14.
Dec 7, 2022
Join Habeeb Syed on December 16 for a panel titled, "Legal Considerations for Launching Your Blockchain, NFT, or Crypto Project," at the IDEAS Global A.I. Conference.
Dec 5, 2022
Let’s connect! Vicente Sederberg’s New York compliance team will be onsite at the Bronx Dispensary Showroom hosted by The Bronx Community Foundation from Dec. 9 – 11, 2022 to lend expertise and education to potential cannabis entrepreneurs.
Nov 16, 2022
Congratulations go out to VS partner FL Gorman, who was awarded “Affiliate of the Year” by the New York State Commercial Association of Realtors Rochester Chapter!
Nov 4, 2022
Brian Vicente and Mason Tvert speak on their journey and history related to cannabis legalization on the High-Rise podcast. Listen now!
By Michelle Bodian, Bridgette Nikisher, Sam Kovach-Orr, Meg Nash, Elliot Choi
Nov 3, 2022
Notable provisions from the New York Office of Cannabis Management's recently published "Guidance for Adult-Use Retail Dispensaries."
Oct 26, 2022
On October 30, VS counsel Shane Pennington will be joined by other cannabis attorneys and consultants on a panel about New York’s cannabis licensing process.
Oct 20, 2022
Join VS at MJBizCon from November 15-18!
Oct 19, 2022
Watch this recorded session for insight into the current market data and projected future of NY’s cannabis market.
By Michelle Bodian, Bridgette Nikisher
Oct 18, 2022
Helpful tips and best practices to position you and your business for a smooth New York cannabis license application process.
Oct 17, 2022
Michelle Bodian will be discussing the Tri-State licensing landscape at Arcview Access Cannabis Investment Summit on October 20!
Oct 17, 2022
Reserve your seat for Dutchie and Vicente Sederberg LLP’s co-hosted webinar about insurance and cannabis businesses on October 20!
Oct 14, 2022
Marc Ross will be representing VS on a panel at the Business of Cannabis: New York Summit on November 3!
Oct 5, 2022
Michelle Bodian will present on hemp compliance during AHPA’s Regulatory Congress virtual event on November 15.
Oct 5, 2022
VS partners Charles Alovisetti and FL Gorman will discuss debtor-creditor rights pertaining to cannabis at NYSBA’s virtual CRE program on October 6
Sep 29, 2022
Interested in New York’s cannabis application process and available funding resources for your business? The next B.I.G. cannabis workshop is on October 4 and features VS’s Jennifer Cabrera.
Sep 27, 2022
Sally Kent Peebles will be in Jackson, Mississippi on October 7 to speak about cannabis business licensing at the Lucky Leaf Expo!
Sep 21, 2022
Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) in the law firm setting is critical. Register for the Legal ESG Summit to hear VS’s Head of Impact and ESG Marc Ross moderate a panel on “Building a law firm ESG Culture“ on October 4!
Sep 14, 2022
Sahar Ayinehsazian will moderate a panel at the California Cannabis CRE Conference titled “Creating A Cannabis Centered Community” on September 20 in Los Angeles! You won’t want to miss this session.
Sep 13, 2022
Michelle Bodian will be speaking at The Business of Cannabis: CT Cannabis Conference & Expo on a panel "Where Are We Now and What's Next for CT's Emerging Cannabis Industry" on September 14, 2022.
Sep 13, 2022
Join Sally Kent Peebles on September 15 2022 at NAIOP's Quarterly Luncheon where she will be discussing the link between commercial real estate and medical cannabis.
Sep 7, 2022
Don’t miss the Emergence Psychedelic Education Festival on October 1, 2022. The event will feature psychedelic practitioners and advocates, including VS’s Barine Majewska.
Aug 25, 2022
Watch these two sessions where our New York team dives into what you need to know to prepare for the upcoming New York CAURD licensing round.
By Michelle Bodian, Bridgette Nikisher
Aug 24, 2022
We anticipate New York's adult-use cannabis rules will be one of the country's strictest in terms of environmental and energy standards and best practices for water and energy conservation. Regardless of what license type you're interested in pursuing or have already obtained, you'll need to add "environmental considerations" to your mental to-do list.
Aug 24, 2022
Register for this free Rootwurks webinar to hear from Charles Alovisetti about why raising capital can be so tricky for cannabis businesses.
Aug 24, 2022
Vicente Sederberg LLP will sponsor and speak at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference AND—the firm is nominated for Best Cannabis Law Firm at the Benzinga Cannabis Awards.
Aug 19, 2022
VS is pleased to announce that 14 attorneys from national cannabis law firm Vicente Sederberg LLP (VS) were recognized this week by Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.
Aug 17, 2022
Jennifer Cabrera is scheduled to present on Predatory Practices in the Cannabis Industry in Brooklyn, New York on August 28, 2022 for the Revelry Summit.
Aug 17, 2022
Charles Alovisetti will be attending Empire State of Law: Hosted by LVLUP Legal in NYC for a panel titled, "Legalize It: Cannabis & Regulations" in NYC!
Aug 16, 2022
Vote for the panel "How Cannabis Can Save the U.S. Economy," featuring Shawn Hauser to be included in SXSW 2023!
By Michelle Bodian, Jennifer Cabrera, Bridgette Nikisher
Aug 16, 2022
On August 12, 2022, New York state announced the application window for Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary Licenses (CAURD), which will be the first batch of adult-use retail licenses released in New York. CAURD applications will be available starting August 25, 2022 and close on September 26, 2022.
Aug 15, 2022
Jennifer Cabrera, Casey Leaver, Adam Fine and Steve Pemberton are scheduled to speak at New Jersey NECANN in September!
Aug 12, 2022
Jennifer Cabrera will discuss Challenges, Choice, and Opportunity in the Metropolitan Cannabis Industry with New York and New Jersey cannabis social equity advocates, black businesses, thought experts, elected officials and concerned citizens on August 16, 2022.
Aug 10, 2022
Josh Kappel will be featured in a legalization and regulation panel at the Psychedelic Law Summit hosted by InsidePractice, "Legalization or Regulation: Pathways to Psychedelic Access"
Aug 10, 2022
Michelle Bodian and Jen Flanagan will be speaking at 2022 New York Cannabis Convention hosted by NECANN
Aug 9, 2022
VS and Grasslands: A Journalism-Minded Agency are proud to announce the first-ever New England Cannabis C-Suite Networking Sesh, a high-level networking gathering to be held September 8 in Boston.
Aug 9, 2022
Vote for the panel "On the Border: Cannabis Legalization in N America," featuring Brian Vicente to be included in SXSW 2023!
By Jen Flanagan
Aug 4, 2022
One of the most overlooked components of applying for a cannabis license is the importance of interacting with your local and state officials. In this article, former cannabis regulator Jen Flanagan offers some guidance on building rapport with elected officials and government employees.
By Kim Napoli, Bridgette Nikisher
Aug 2, 2022
New York's Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) Licenses are reserved for "Justice-Involved" individuals disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs. What does "Justice-Involved" mean, and how does one take advantage of the benefits associated with that classification?
Aug 1, 2022
Join VS, Dutchie, Mississippi Medical Marijuana Association (3MA) and Cure8 on August 18 for a cannabis business networking event in Jackson, Mississippi.
Jul 29, 2022
Sahar Ayinehsazian will be speaking at the 2022 PBC Conference on September 8, 2022 to discuss financial investing in the cannabis business space
Jul 28, 2022
VS partner Shawn Hauser is slated to participate in a hemp- and cannabis-focused session at the upcoming AICPA & CIMA Agriculture Industry Conference.
Jul 28, 2022
VS partner Adam Fine is slated to participate in two sessions in the upcoming AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference on August 8, 2022.
By Erik Pelton
Jul 27, 2022
Looking to start a cannabis business in New York? When creating your business brand name and logo, don't forget to protect it with a trademark.
By Jennifer Cabrera
Jul 22, 2022
Jennifer Cabrera recently attended the NHCC's Tri-state Chapter kickoff. The event brought together people from all facets of the cannabis industry with a common purpose: to create an industry that looks as diverse as our communities.
By Jennifer Cabrera, David Ullian
Jul 21, 2022
So, you decided to start a cannabis business in New York. With the release of more license categories on the horizon, it’s an exciting and hectic time. Read this for some important tips and things to keep in mind when looking for real estate.
Jul 21, 2022
Congratulations to the VS attorneys selected to the 2022 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists in Massachusetts and New York!
By Zachary Windham
Jul 13, 2022
The New York cannabis rush is here, and with the release of more license categories on the horizon, cannabis entrepreneurs are (hopefully) busy preparing for the upcoming historical licensing round. Read this VS Insight focusing on a crucial first step for any company—creating a plan and forming a business.
Jul 6, 2022
VS is excited to announce that the prestigious international legal directory Chambers & Partners awarded VS with the 'Cannabis Law Firm of the Year' award once again, extended VS a Band 1 ranking for the fourth straight year, and recognized five VS attorneys as top cannabis lawyers.
Jul 5, 2022
Update on cannabis legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy cannabis news and events from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
By Brandon Kurtzman, Bridgette Nikisher
Jul 5, 2022
To beat the summer slump, VS’s New York team created an eight-part series of VS Insights to help you prepare for your New York cannabis business license application. Read the first article of the series, which focuses on helpful tips to put your best foot forward for the licensing process.
Jun 24, 2022
Cassia Furman was joined by others for a Cannabis M&A Summit panel titled, "Creating Deal Terms, Contracts, Equity & Licenses," on June 22, 2022 in San Francisco, California.
By Michelle Bodian, Brandon Kurtzman
Jun 23, 2022
Dormitory Authority State of NY released an RFP for developing social equity program cannabis dispensaries, showing some expected license requirements. Read this for highlights from the RFP.
By Jen Flanagan
Jun 16, 2022
CANNRA recently convened the first-ever External Stakeholders Meeting in Seattle, Washington. VS's Jen Flanagan recalls her experience at the event in this blog post.
Jun 13, 2022
NHCC will host an event to launch its Tri-State chapter at Mi Casa Creative on July 14, 2022 in NYC. RSVP here!
By Marc Ross
Jun 7, 2022
New York's draft cannabis packaging regulations sustainability requirements are definitely a step forward for the industry, but will it be enough? Read this article to learn more about the requirements and gain insight into options for operators.
By Brandon Kurtzman, Michelle Bodian, Casey Leaver
Jun 2, 2022
The NY Cannabis Control Board voted to approve draft regulations for Adult-Use Packaging and Labeling and Marketing and Advertising. Read our overview and take this opportunity to submit your public comments.
May 23, 2022
International Cannabis Bar Association's annual conference will feature VS attorneys Shawn Hauser and Shane Pennington in sessions focused on emerging cannabinoids and the CLI's first-ever moot court (Sisley v. DEA), respectively.
May 23, 2022
Brian Vicente and Genevieve Meehan will join cannabis branding and compliance panels on Thursday, June 9.
May 20, 2022
On Friday, June 3 at 10 a.m. ET, Sally will join the panel "Legislative Updates: A Comparison of State Models."
May 11, 2022
VS counsel Michelle Bodian will take the stage on May 22, 2022 during the Xpocanna Connecticut Cannabis Expo at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville to discuss cannabusiness licensing in the Nutmeg State.
May 11, 2022
On May 19, 2022, a live INCBA CLE webinar about cannabis licensing in New York will feature VS counsel Michelle Bodian.
May 10, 2022
We look forward to seeing our colleagues, clients, and friends in person May 18-20, 2022 at MJ Unpacked in New York City!
May 6, 2022
VS attorneys Michelle Bodian and Jennifer Cabrera will participate in an NHCC roundtable focused on New York's cannabis industry on May 12.
May 6, 2022
VS attorneys Michelle Bodian and Jennifer Cabrera will participate in an NHCC roundtable focused on New York's cannabis industry on May 12.
Apr 25, 2022
Shawn Hauser, Kim Napoli, Marc Ross and Christian Sederberg will speak on cannabis policy, ESG, and social equity during the virtual Cannalaw Summit on May 3 & 4, 2022.
Apr 18, 2022
In advance of 4/20 celebrations this week, the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) provided important reminders for Colorado medical and retail marijuana business licensees and licensed employees.
Apr 8, 2022
Don't miss the panel next week at the Cannabis Packaging Conference (CannPack) in Anaheim, California.
Mar 28, 2022
Watch this session to learn more about the New York adult-use cannabis conditional cultivator license and how you can prepare.
By Jen Flanagan
Mar 9, 2022
Utilizing these tips can make a world of difference in your interaction with local and state governments.
Mar 4, 2022
We look forward to seeing our colleagues, clients, and friends in person this month at the New England Cannabis Convention (NECANN)! Michelle Bodian, Jeremy Shaw, and David Ullian are slated to present in hemp and cannabis sessions.
Mar 4, 2022
VS counsel Shane Pennington is joining Dr. Sue Sisley and attorney Matt Zorn on Tuesday, March 15 at 10 a.m. CT for the SXSW session "Sue 'n the DEA: Breaking the 50-year NIDA Monopoly."
Mar 1, 2022
The Business of Cannabis: New York Sessions event will focus on the critically important topic of connecting social equity licensees to capital.
By Michelle Bodian, Jennifer Cabrera
Feb 16, 2022
The law is intended to accelerate the cultivation, processing, and distribution of cannabis in New York.
By Jennifer Cabrera, Jen Flanagan
Jan 29, 2022
This LexisNexis practice note offers a greater understanding of the varied processes that impact the legalization of cannabis at the state level and discusses how evolving state statutes and regulatory structures impact the adult-use cannabis industry.
Jan 25, 2022
VS partner Brandon Kurtzman recently sat down with Business of Cannabis to discuss the cannabis market that's on everyone's minds: New York.
By Charles Alovisetti, Michelle Bodian, Brandon Kurtzman
Jan 18, 2022
While we still don’t have draft or final cannabis regulations, applications, or a definitive timetable, plenty of new information has come out since legalization. Read this article for ten key updates about New York’s market in the past year.
Jan 11, 2022
Watch this session for a look back at 2021 tri-state cannabis developments and a look forward to expectations for 2022.
Dec 10, 2021
VS Founding Partner Brian Vicente joined TrueGreen's stellar panel at MJBizCon 2021 to discuss the cannabis industry's past and present, and how compliance, technology, and data insights are the future of a successful industry.
Dec 4, 2021
VS attorney Sahar Ayinehsazian is slated to speak at the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Convention on December 10, 2021.
Nov 19, 2021
VS attorneys Charlie Alovisetti, Sahar Ayinehsazian, and Marc Ross are slated to present at the event in San Francisco, December 16-17, 2021. Be our guest! Use discount code SBrody100 for a complimentary pass to the forum and expo.
Nov 3, 2021
VS partner Adam Fine is slated to participate in two sessions in the upcoming AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference on November 9, 2021.
Oct 22, 2021
VS Founding Partner Brian Vicente will join Leonika Charging of tribal law firm Big Fire Law & Policy Group for the panel "Reisman Firm Spotlight: Advocating for Policy Change and Social Impact" at the Clio Cloud Conference on Friday, October 29.
Oct 20, 2021
VS attorneys Michelle and Brandon are slated to join the panel "Opportunities at the Intersection of Hemp and Marijuana" on Friday, November 5 at CWCB Expo in New York City.
Oct 14, 2021
VS counsel and head of impact & ESG, Marc Ross, is slated to speak at the Legal ESG Summit on Tuesday, October 26 at 2:45 p.m. CT.
Oct 5, 2021
We look forward to seeing our colleagues, clients, and friends at MJBizCon in Las Vegas, October 19-22!
By Bridgette Nikisher
Sep 23, 2021
Gov. Hochul made final appointments to the CCB. Now the Office of Cannabis Management can get to work.
Sep 8, 2021
Black Cannabis Equity Initiative will host a special social equity community round table discussion with NJ and national cannabis leaders, including VS's Brian Vicente and Jennifer Cabrera, on September 10.
Sep 2, 2021
Don't miss these ESG, hemp, and compliance-focused panels with the Vicente Sederberg team at NECANN Boston cannabis conference on September 10-11, 2021.
Aug 25, 2021
Vote for the panel "Sue 'n the DEA: Breaking the 50-Year NIDA Monopoly," featuring Shane Pennington to be included in SXSW 2022!
Aug 25, 2021
Vote for the panel "Sue 'n the DEA: Breaking the 50-Year NIDA Monopoly," featuring Shane Pennington to be included in SXSW 2022!
Aug 19, 2021
Vicente Sederberg LLP is pleased to share that five lawyers representing the firm’s Colorado, Massachusetts, and New York offices were recognized by their attorney peers in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022.
Aug 16, 2021
VS Founding Partner Christian Sederberg will join Steven Hawkins and Rezwan Khan for an insightful panel about federal cannabis legalization efforts at Cannabis Conference on August 25, 2021 at 1:30 p.m.
Aug 13, 2021
Vote for the VS-led panel "Psychedelics Ecosystem: Collaboration & Community" to be included in SXSW 2022!
By Michelle Bodian, Jennifer Cabrera
Aug 11, 2021
New York Gov. Cuomo announced his plans to step down as governor, effective August 24, 2021. On that day, Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul will step into the governorship. What will this mean for implementing adult-use cannabis in the Empire State?
Jul 29, 2021
John Bailey of BCEI will host a community event in Princeton, New Jersey featuring local officials, community development experts, and cannabis industry leaders in August 2021.
Jul 22, 2021
VS's Jason Adelstone, Catie Wightman and Genevieve Meehan will participate in a free expungement clinic to be held on July 31, 2021 in Denver.
Jun 23, 2021
Join VS for a free webinar on June 29 that will cover the latest updates on cannabis legalization and implementation in CT, NJ, and NY
Jun 9, 2021
This week in federal court, VS counsel Shane Pennington will give oral arguments to get cannabis out of the Schedule 1 drug classification.
Jun 8, 2021
The prestigious international legal directory awarded VS with the 2021 'Cannabis Law - Law Firm of the Year' award, once again extended VS a Band 1 ranking, and recognized two more VS attorneys as top cannabis lawyers.
Jun 4, 2021
NJCI Live: Focus on Municipalities, held on June 8-19, 2021, will dive into municipal issues for cannabis in New Jersey, including zoning, buildings, licensing, and jobs.
Jun 4, 2021
VS counsel Heather Kumer will participate in the panel "What the Zone? Cannabis in NJ and the Transition to Adult Use" with New Jersey cannabis leaders on June 10, 2021.
Jun 3, 2021
VS's director of regulatory policy will present the keynote at the June 16, 2021 Worcester Business of Cannabis Forum.
May 7, 2021
Shawn will discuss the path forward for hemp-derived CBD at the Council for Responsible Nutrition's June 8-10 event.
May 5, 2021
Watch as we explore the stark differences and key similarities between east coast and west coast cannabis licensing.
Apr 23, 2021
Shawn Hauser and Jerrico Perez are slated to moderate two can't-miss discussions with Beto O'Rourke and Joe Jaworski on April 27 and 28 during Willie Nelson's first annual Luck Summit.
Apr 19, 2021
Christian Sederberg and Barine Majewska will speak on cannabis law and psychedelics during the Cannalaw Summit on May 6, 2021.
Apr 15, 2021
Black Cannabis Equity Initiative and Minorities for Medial Marijuana will host a National Social Equity meeting on April 19, 2021
Apr 9, 2021
Watch this presentation for a look into the new law, how it will be implemented, and the opportunities it will create for businesses and individuals.
Apr 5, 2021
VS partner Charles Alovisetti recently talked about his book 'The Cannabis Business' with host Bethany Moore on NCIA's cannabis industry podcast
Mar 29, 2021
Vicente Sederberg is monitoring local, state, and federal responses to the coronavirus (COVID-19) and how they may impact cannabis businesses, service providers, and consumers.
By Shawn Hauser
Mar 23, 2021
While we move closer to federal legalization, the great state of Texas remains an untapped major market—ripe for reform, but hard to move. Read this for opportunities to help bring about more responsible cannabis policies in the Lone Star State.
Mar 22, 2021
VS counsel Jennifer Cabrera will participate in a panel on April 8, 2021.
Mar 15, 2021
VS attorney Elliot Choi will join Rick Kaplan of NYREJ on April 8 for a discussion on cannabis industry real estate investments in New York City.
Mar 11, 2021
Jennifer Cabrera will join leaders from Armanino LLP, Mammoth Distribution, and Reed Smith LLP for a cannabis interstate trade trends and insights fireside chat on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 12 p.m. PT.
Mar 5, 2021
NJCI Live will offer a deep dive into the current landscape of cannabis in New Jersey and best business practices in all areas of the industry.
Feb 16, 2021
Black Cannabis Equity Initiative will host a community conversation about Black history and cannabis social equity in the Garden State on Feb 19, 2021.
By Michelle Bodian
Feb 10, 2021
With state legislative sessions in full swing, plenty of hemp and CBD bills have been filed across the country.
Feb 4, 2021
A look into cannabis legalization, markets, and opportunities in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.
Jan 22, 2021
An overview of the timelines and opportunities for economic empowerment and small businesses in New Jersey and New York.
Jan 22, 2021
VS counsel Elliot Choi will moderate a panel with two of Governor Cuomo's top officials working on cannabis policy issues.
By Jennifer Cabrera
Dec 22, 2020
With its plan to regulate and tax adult-use cannabis sales underway, the Garden State is easily positioned to be the East Coast’s cannabis leader in sales and regulatory practices that support and promote small, locally-owned businesses and equitable ownership.
By Vicente Sederberg LLP
Dec 1, 2020
For our 10th anniversary, we take a look back at VS's history of leadership in cannabis law, the marijuana and hemp industries, and drug policy reform.
Nov 25, 2020
Update on hemp legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.
Nov 13, 2020
Vote for VS partner Jeff Welsh's panel "Bridging the Gap - Entertainment and Cannabis" to be included in SXSW 2021 cannabusiness track!
By Michelle Bodian
Oct 29, 2020
New York State Department of Health published draft regulations for the processing and retail sale of cannabinoid hemp.
Oct 6, 2020
Join us for a virtual GOTV event featuring performances by rock n’ roll legends and conversation with special guests!
Sep 3, 2020
Jennifer will present "Litigation is Coming! What Cannabis Businesses Need to Know Now" at NECANN Online on September 26, 2020.
Sep 2, 2020
Moderated by Brian Vicente, this fireside chat educates viewers on the Mississippi ballot initiative campaign to make medical marijuana available to patients suffering from debilitating medical conditions in Mississippi through their physicians.
Aug 31, 2020
VS founding partner Brian Vicente will discuss litigation and regulation in the cannabis industry as part of the Association of Defense Trial Attorneys Denver Annual Meeting.
Aug 21, 2020
VS attorney Jennifer Cabrera will discuss how legalization will affect NJ municipalities in this event from NJ Cannabis Insider.
Jul 30, 2020
Watch this to hear about unique business issues in the cannabis industry, including real estate difficulties, in this interview with Rick Kaplan of NYREJ.
Jul 29, 2020
The Color of Cannabis will host a free expungement clinic for Colorado cannabis convictions on August 22, 2020.
Jun 22, 2020
Elliot Choi joined Cannabis Legalization News in a recent livestream to discuss New York’s cannabis initiatives.
By Elliot Choi, Jennifer Cabrera, and Jacob Setton
Apr 29, 2020
Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on cannabis businesses, service providers, and consumers in New York.
Apr 23, 2020
The prestigious international legal directory once again gave VS a Nationwide Band 1 ranking, and this time around it also individually ranked three of the firm's partners.
Apr 17, 2020
Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on hemp businesses, service providers, and consumers.
By Elliot Choi, Jacob Setton
Apr 13, 2020
Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on cannabis businesses, service providers, and consumers in New Jersey.
Mar 16, 2020
VS is open for business and communicating with regulators to help answer your questions.
Feb 26, 2020
VS attorney Courtney Barnes will volunteer at Denver’s Turn Over a New Leaf clinic on February 29, 2020, to clear and vacate low-level marijuana convictions for activities that are now legal in the city of Denver.
By Elliot Choi, Counsel; Jennifer Cabrera, Counsel
Feb 20, 2020
In January 2020, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo released a draft budget that included a proposal for adult-use cannabis legalization for the Empire State.
Feb 13, 2020
Don't miss the sessions featuring Brian Vicente, Charles Alovisetti, Ilya Ross, Jennifer Cabrera, Casey Leaver and Meg Nash. Also, be sure to meet up with VS during the event and at our pre-conference networking party!
Jan 31, 2020
Cannabis activists in Missouri officially launched their campaign to put marijuana legalization on the Show-Me State’s November 2020 ballot. Show your support by attending an insider briefing at our Denver office.
Jan 22, 2020
VS attorneys Charles Alovisetti and Sahar Ayinehsazian sat down in Business of Cannabis's Canada's Scene Booth at MJBizCon 2019 to discuss the state of the cannabis industry.
Jan 3, 2020
Andrew Livingston, Valerio Romano and Dan Smith will participate in the Business of Cannabis Forum on January 15, 2020.
By Jennifer Cabrera, Counsel; David Kramer, Senior Associate; Michelle Bodian, Senior Associate
Dec 19, 2019
A summary of New York's newly signed hemp law, one of the most comprehensive state laws regulating the cultivation, manufacture, and sale of hemp and hemp extracts.
Nov 27, 2019
The year's largest cannabis conference is coming soon. Don't miss presentations by Adam Fine, Sally Kent Peebles and Sahar Ayinehsazian, and be sure to meet up with VS during the event and at the after-parties!
Nov 4, 2019
VS Counsel Jennifer Cabrera will lead a New Jersey cannabis workshop at Union County College on November 7, 2019.
Oct 9, 2019
The American Immigration Lawyers Association Colorado conference is presented in conjunction with the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and features expert advocates and academics from across the county providing advice on federal court litigation, immigration and marijuana, labor, family, and advocacy in the modern world.
Sep 20, 2019
The event at New York Law School will feature many of the nation’s leading academics, politicians, and attorneys, including seven attorneys from VS.
Sep 10, 2019
VS attorney Jennifer Cabrera will present at the first annual New Jersey Cannabis Convention.
Sep 10, 2019
Adam Fine, Elliot Choi and Ilya Ross are set to speak at Cannabis Conference Boston, a full-day conference focused on best practices in the cannabis space, presented by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly.
Aug 28, 2019
Attorney Courtney Barnes will speak at the annual Texas Marijuana Policy Conference on August 30, 2019 in Austin, Texas.
Aug 20, 2019
VS Attorney Ben Leonard will moderate the event "The Future of Cannabis" event on Wednesday, August 21, 2019, at Industry RiNo Station in Denver.
Aug 15, 2019
VS Counsel Jennifer Cabrera will lead a workshop at Union County College where attendees will learn how cannabis works, how patients can acquire it in New Jersey, and the benefits, side effects and risks associated with medical marijuana use.
Aug 8, 2019
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) will hold their first Hemp-CBD Supplement Congress on August 15-16, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. Several members of the Vicente Sederberg hemp team will be in attendance!
Aug 5, 2019
Learn how to protect your business and your brand by ensuring that your cannabis business is prepared for the future of regulation and compliance in cannabis, both from a state and federal level at this upcoming event.
Jul 24, 2019
Jordan Wellington spoke on a panel at Denver Business Journal's well-attended Business of Cannabis event on July 23, 2019.
Jul 18, 2019
If you're going to NCIA Cannabis Business Summit & Expo 2019 in San Jose, be sure to check in with VS staff in attendance!
Jun 20, 2019
Jennifer Cabrera will lead a cannabis workshop at Union County College in Cranford, NJ on June 27, 2019.
