Vicente LLP Cannabis Attorneys Are Headed to the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago

Sep 9, 2024

Join Vicente LLP at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago on October 8 and 9! Partners Charles Alovisetti and Sahar Ayinehsazian will discuss cannabis financing and how rescheduling cannabis affects the credit risk profile of cannabis companies during panels on October 8. Plus, partners Travis Copenhaver and Jeremy Shaw will also be in attendance. Contact us to schedule a meeting during the conference!

Vicente LLP Federal and International Cannabis and Psychedelics Law and Policy Update: November 2023

Nov 10, 2023

Federal and international law and policy insights, news and events from Vicente LLP.

Top Five Countries to Watch for International Cannabis Reform in 2024

By Jason Adelstone
Nov 6, 2023

While the cannabis industry in the United States awaits a marijuana scheduling decision from the DEA, many countries around the world continue to move forward with liberalizing their cannabis policies as a superior method of promoting the health and welfare of their citizens. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at five countries poised to make waves in the cannabis landscape in 2024, including Germany, Thailand, Colombia, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland.

[Webinar] Identifying International Cannabis Opportunities in Europe

Oct 26, 2023

This recorded session features members of Vicente LLP’s Federal and International Law and Policy practice group and London cannabis attorney Robert Jappie of Fieldfisher sharing insights into what’s happening with cannabis and hemp-derived cannabinoids across the pond and opportunities for US operators and investors.

New Illinois Cannabis Dispensary Licensing Round Presents Additional Opportunities for Cannabusinesses

By Yolanda Clarke, Alex Solome
Jan 11, 2023

Illinois will hold another cannabis dispensary license round in early 2023 with a lower submission fee and a major focus on social equity requirements. Read this article to learn about the requirements and application deadlines. If you're interested in applying, VS's licensing team is ready to help you secure your future success.

[Webinar] New Cannabis Opportunities in the Upper Midwest: Post Election

Dec 8, 2022

Watch this session on-demand for a discussion on the cannabis landscape and emerging opportunities in Michigan, Minnesota, Illinois, Ohio, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Headed to Chicago for 2022 Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference and Awards

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.

Coronavirus and Cannabis: Monitoring the Impact

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.

Seven Regulatory-related Factors for Marijuana Companies to Consider in a Debt Transaction

By Charles Alovisetti
Jan 25, 2021

Like anything in the cannabis industry, getting a debt deal done requires navigating unique regulatory challenges. Here are seven regulatory considerations that cannabis borrowers and lenders should keep in mind when pursuing a debt transaction.

Raising Private Capital in the Cannabis Industry

By Charles Alovisetti, Elliot Choi, Sahar Ayinehsazian
Sep 18, 2020

Raising private capital continues to be a challenge for the nascent cannabis industry, but there are proactive steps companies can take to maximize the chance of a successful raise.

Illinois Cannabis: Regulatory Update for Investors with Jerrico Perez and CanopyBoulder

Jul 27, 2020

Join VS attorney Jerrico Perez on the CanopyBoulder Investor Hub for information on the state of the Illinois market and where the opportunities lie for investors.

Coronavirus and Cannabis: Illinois Regulatory Updates

By Sahar Ayinehsazian and Kelsey Middleton
Apr 30, 2020

Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on cannabis businesses, service providers, and consumers in Illinois.